Verdict
The Toyota Alphard costs RM548,000 to the Toyota Hilux’s RM226,300, a RM321,700 divide between two very different jobs. The seven-seat MPV brings ottoman middle-row captain’s chairs, a 510-litre boot and a 14-inch display with 15 JBL speakers. The five-seat Hilux counters with all-wheel drive, 473 Nm from two motors and a 59.2-kWh battery rated for 257 km. For Malaysian family and chauffeur duty, the Alphard’s extra two seats and richer rear accommodation matter more; choose the Hilux only if its electric AWD layout and lower outlay suit your use.
Pick the Toyota Alphard if you need seven seats, a 510-litre boot and proper powered comfort for middle-row passengers.
Pick the Toyota Hilux if you want a five-seat all-wheel-drive EV with 473 Nm, 257 km of rated range and a far lower purchase price.
Key differences
- Seats: Toyota Alphard has 7 seats; Toyota Hilux has 5 seats.
- Length: Toyota Alphard is 5,010 mm; Toyota Hilux is 5,320 mm.
- Wheelbase: Toyota Alphard measures 3,000 mm; Toyota Hilux measures 3,085 mm.
- Height: Toyota Alphard is 1,950 mm tall; Toyota Hilux is 1,845 mm tall.
- Airbags: Toyota Alphard has 6; Toyota Hilux has 7.
- Wheels: Toyota Alphard uses 19-inch alloys; Toyota Hilux uses 17-inch aero alloys.
Alphard
- Seven seats with ottoman middle-row captain’s chairs
- 510-litre boot and powered contactless boot operation
- 14-inch display, 15-speaker JBL audio and rear panoramic glass roof
- Front-wheel drive versus the Hilux’s all-wheel drive
- Six airbags versus seven in the Hilux
- Costs RM321,700 more
Hilux
- All-wheel drive with two motors producing 473 Nm
- 59.2-kWh battery with 257 km of rated range
- Seven airbags and a full-size 17-inch alloy spare wheel
- Five seats versus the Alphard’s seven
- No sunroof or powered rear sun shades
- 12.3-inch touchscreen and eight speakers versus a 14-inch, 15-speaker system
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM548,000 | RM226,300✓ |
| Body type | MPV | Pickup |
| Segment | Executive | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM754 | RM160✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharger and Intercooler with Dual VVT-i | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,393 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 274 hp at 6,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 430 Nm at 1,700 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 87.5 mm × 99.5 mm | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 193 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 473 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 59.2 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 257 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 10 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 125 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic with Sequential Shiftmatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Toyota | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 9 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,010 mm | 5,320 mm |
| Width | 1,850 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,950 mm | 1,845 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 3,085 mm |
| Weight | 2,235 kg | 2,455 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 510 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R19 | 265/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R19 | 265/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Primacy SUV+ | Bridgestone Dueler A/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | De Dion Rear Axle |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 17" Aero Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 17" Aero Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, 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 | 6 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Middle Row Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory, Passenger Side Shoulder Switch | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Ottoman Captain's Chairs Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding, 60:40 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Tip-up base |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof, Rear | — |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front, 1 Console Box, 2 First Row, 2 Second Row | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered Rear Sun Shades, Powered Panoramic Roof Shades | — |
| Audio | 14" Display Audio with Touch Screen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, 15-speaker JBL Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 8-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Steering Assist and Curve Speed Reduction | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | Power sliding with soft close function | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Battery |
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.
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Alphard vs Hilux FAQ
Is the Toyota Alphard or Toyota Hilux better?
The Alphard is better for carrying people, with seven seats, ottoman captain’s chairs and a 510-litre boot. The Hilux is the better fit if all-wheel drive, EV operation and 473 Nm matter more than passenger capacity.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Alphard costs RM321,700 more than the Toyota Hilux.
Which one has more seats?
The Toyota Alphard has seven seats, two more than the Toyota Hilux’s five. Its middle row uses ottoman captain’s chairs, while the Hilux has a 60:40 tip-up rear bench.
