Verdict
At RM226,300, the Toyota Hilux is RM22,588 cheaper and brings twin-motor AWD with 473 Nm, a 3,085 mm wheelbase and a full-size spare. It is the working-shape choice, but its 59.2 kWh battery and 257 km range demand much tighter charging planning. The RM248,888 Volvo EC40 is the more practical everyday EV: its 70 kWh battery reaches 488 km, DC charging rises to 200 kW, and its 4,440 mm body is 880 mm shorter for urban use. The Hilux counters with more torque and 8-year unlimited-mileage battery cover; the EC40 has the broader cabin-tech advantage.
Pick the Toyota Hilux if you need a pickup body, 473 Nm from two motors and a full-size 17-inch alloy spare, while accepting 257 km of range.
Pick the Volvo EC40 if you want 488 km of EV range, 200 kW DC charging and a shorter five-door SUV for daily Malaysian driving.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Hilux RM226,300; Volvo EC40 RM248,888.
- Range and battery: Toyota Hilux 257 km and 59.2 kWh; Volvo EC40 488 km and 70 kWh.
- Motor output: Toyota Hilux has two motors with 193 hp and 473 Nm; Volvo EC40 has one motor with 235 hp and 420 Nm.
- DC charging: Toyota Hilux 125 kW; Volvo EC40 200 kW.
- Length: Toyota Hilux 5,320 mm; Volvo EC40 4,440 mm.
- Battery warranty: Toyota Hilux eight years/unlimited mileage; Volvo EC40 eight years/160,000 km.
Hilux
- RM22,588 lower purchase price.
- Twin-motor AWD delivers 473 Nm.
- Full-size 17-inch alloy spare and unlimited-mileage battery warranty.
- 257 km range trails the EC40's 488 km.
- 125 kW DC charging is 75 kW behind the EC40.
- At 5,320 mm long and 2,455 kg, it is larger and heavier.
EC40
- 488 km range from a 70 kWh battery.
- 200 kW DC charging and 11 kW AC charging.
- 413-litre boot, auto parking and a fixed glass roof.
- Costs RM22,588 more.
- 420 Nm is 53 Nm down on the Hilux.
- Its battery warranty is capped at 160,000 km, unlike the Hilux's unlimited-mileage cover.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM226,300✓ | RM248,888 |
| Body type | Pickup | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM220 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 193 hp | 235 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 473 Nm✓ | 420 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 59.2 kWh | 70 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 257 km | 488 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 10 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 125 kW | 200 kW✓ |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Volvo |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,320 mm | 4,440 mm |
| Width | 1,855 mm | 1,873 mm |
| Height | 1,845 mm | 1,582 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,085 mm | 2,702 mm |
| Weight | 2,455 kg | 2,185 kg |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 413 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/65R17 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/65R17 | 255/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Alloy | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler A/T | Continental EcoContact 6 VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | De Dion Rear Axle | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Aero Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Aero Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Sports Chassis |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | Electronic 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 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Pre-collision Braking | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Tip-up base | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1x 12V in front, 2x USB-C front, 2x USB-C rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 8-speaker Sound System | 9" Portrait Android Automotive OS Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto |
| 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 (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | No |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Battery | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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 Hilux & EC40 for sale
Hilux vs EC40 FAQ
Is the Toyota Hilux or Volvo EC40 better?
The Volvo EC40 is better for most daily EV use with 488 km range, 200 kW DC charging and a 4,440 mm footprint. Choose the Toyota Hilux for its pickup body, 473 Nm twin-motor output and full-size spare.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo EC40 costs RM22,588 more than the Toyota Hilux.
Which one has the longer EV range?
The Volvo EC40 has the longer quoted range at 488 km, versus 257 km for the Toyota Hilux. Its 70 kWh battery is also 10.8 kWh larger, and its DC charging rate is 200 kW against 125 kW.
