Verdict
At RM190,788, the Subaru Crosstrek is RM29,212 cheaper than the RM220,000 Toyota bZ4X, yet both are C-segment CBU SUVs with five seats, eight airbags, AEB and a 5-year warranty. The Toyota is the bigger, quicker, electric choice: 224 hp, 7.4 seconds to 100 km/h, a 73.1 kWh battery and 525 km range. It also has 452 litres of boot space against 315 litres. The Subaru counters with all-wheel drive, a 154 hp 2.0-litre petrol engine, a 63-litre tank and lower entry cost.
Pick the Subaru Crosstrek if you want the cheaper CBU SUV here, prefer petrol refuelling and need all-wheel drive.
Pick the Toyota bZ4X if you want electric drive, more power, a larger body and the bigger boot.
Key differences
- Price: Subaru Crosstrek RM190,788; Toyota bZ4X RM220,000
- Powertrain: Subaru Crosstrek 1,995 cc petrol engine; Toyota bZ4X single electric motor
- Output: Subaru Crosstrek 154 hp and 196 Nm; Toyota bZ4X 224 hp
- Driven wheels: Subaru Crosstrek all-wheel drive; Toyota bZ4X front-wheel drive
- Size: Subaru Crosstrek 4,480 mm long with 2,670 mm wheelbase; Toyota bZ4X 4,690 mm long with 2,850 mm wheelbase
- Boot space: Subaru Crosstrek 315 litres; Toyota bZ4X 452 litres
Crosstrek
- RM29,212 cheaper to buy
- All-wheel drive
- 63-litre fuel tank
- Less power at 154 hp
- Smaller 315-litre boot
- No 0-100 km/h figure listed
bZ4X
- 224 hp electric motor
- 525 km EV range
- Larger 452-litre boot
- RM29,212 higher purchase price
- Front-wheel drive only
- No torque figure listed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM190,788✓ | RM220,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM200✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with direct injection and variable valve timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,995 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 154 hp | — |
| Torque | 196 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 224 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 269 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 73.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 525 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Lineartronic | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.4 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,480 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,575 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,020 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 63 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 315 litres | 452 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Falken Ziex ZE001A A/S | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 060 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Passenger Seat Cushion | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front Centre, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation & Driver's Side Memory |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Powered Panoramic Roof Shade |
| Audio | 11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 14" Display Audio with Touch Screen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Battery, Inverter and PCU |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Crosstrek & bZ4X for sale
Crosstrek vs bZ4X FAQ
Is the Subaru Crosstrek or Toyota bZ4X better?
The Toyota bZ4X is better for space, power and EV driving, with 224 hp, 525 km range and a 452-litre boot. The Subaru Crosstrek makes more sense if you want the lower price and all-wheel drive.
What is the price difference?
The Subaru Crosstrek costs RM190,788, while the Toyota bZ4X costs RM220,000. That makes the Toyota RM29,212 more expensive.
Which one has more boot space?
The Toyota bZ4X has the bigger boot at 452 litres. The Subaru Crosstrek has 315 litres, so the Toyota gives you 137 litres more luggage space.
