Verdict
The Toyota bZ4X costs RM220,000, RM1,800 less than the RM221,800 Toyota Camry, yet its 224 hp motor cuts 0-100 km/h to 7.4 seconds against 8.9 seconds. Its RM200 annual road tax is also far below the Camry’s RM867. The Camry answers with a 524-litre boot, 72 litres more than the bZ4X, and a 210 km/h top speed versus 160 km/h. For Malaysian buyers with charging access, the bZ4X’s 73.1 kWh battery, 525 km range and 150 kW DC charging make the stronger case; the Camry suits those needing petrol refuelling and more luggage room.
Pick the Toyota bZ4X if you can charge regularly and want 525 km EV range, 7.4-second acceleration and RM200 annual road tax.
Pick the Toyota Camry if you need a 60-litre petrol tank, a larger 524-litre boot and a 210 km/h top speed.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota bZ4X RM220,000; Toyota Camry RM221,800.
- Power and acceleration: bZ4X 224 hp/269 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 7.4 seconds; Camry 201 hp/246 Nm and 8.9 seconds.
- Running hardware: bZ4X 73.1 kWh battery with 525 km range and 150 kW DC charging; Camry 2,487 cc petrol engine with a 60-litre tank.
- Road tax: bZ4X RM200 per year; Camry RM867 per year.
- Boot space: bZ4X 452 litres; Camry 524 litres.
- Top speed: bZ4X 160 km/h; Camry 210 km/h.
bZ4X
- RM1,800 lower purchase price and RM667 lower annual road tax.
- 224 hp motor and 7.4-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 525 km range, 150 kW DC charging and 22 kW AC charging.
- 452-litre boot is 72 litres smaller than the Camry’s.
- 160 km/h top speed is 50 km/h lower than the Camry’s.
- Six-speaker audio trails the Camry’s nine-speaker JBL system.
Camry
- 524-litre boot is 72 litres larger than the bZ4X’s.
- 210 km/h top speed.
- Nine-speaker JBL sound system, head-up display and electric steering adjustment.
- RM1,800 higher purchase price and RM867 annual road tax versus RM200.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time of 8.9 seconds versus 7.4 seconds.
- No EV range or AC/DC charging capability; it uses a 60-litre petrol tank.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM220,000✓ | RM221,800 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200✓ | RM867 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 201 hp at 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | — | 246 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 87.5 mm × 103.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 14 |
| 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 | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.4 seconds✓ | 8.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 210 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,690 mm | 4,920 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Weight | 2,020 kg | 1,565 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 452 litres | 524 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 235/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | Space Saver |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 060 | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front Centre, 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 | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Pre-collision Braking | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation & Driver's Side Memory | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Ottoman Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | Fixed Rear Seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered Panoramic Roof Shade | Manual Rear Sun Shades |
| Audio | 14" Display Audio with Touch Screen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, 6-speaker Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 9-speaker JBL Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| 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 |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | 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.
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bZ4X vs Camry FAQ
Is the Toyota bZ4X or Toyota Camry better?
The bZ4X is the better pick for drivers with regular charging access: it is RM1,800 cheaper, reaches 100 km/h 1.5 seconds sooner and carries RM667 less annual road tax. Choose the Camry for its 524-litre boot and petrol refuelling.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota bZ4X costs RM220,000 and the Toyota Camry costs RM221,800, so the Camry is RM1,800 more expensive.
Which Toyota has the larger boot?
The Toyota Camry has the larger boot at 524 litres, compared with 452 litres in the Toyota bZ4X. That is a 72-litre advantage for the sedan.
