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Toyota Fortuner or Mazda CX-3? Understand All Differences in One Article

2026-10-10 12:40:00
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In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Toyota Fortuner and Mazda CX-3 when choosing a car. Both cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to save you time on research.

Price and Versions

The Toyota Fortuner's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 195,880 - 241,880, with a total of 3 versions, including 2024 2.8T VRZ Diesel (RM 241,880), 2024 2.7L SRZ Petrol (RM 202,880), 2024 2.4L Standard Diesel (RM 195,880), etc.

The Mazda CX-3's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 126,159 - 139,159, with a total of 2 versions, including 2023 2.0L High (RM 139,159), 2023 2.0L Plus (RM 126,159), etc.

In terms of price, the starting price of the Mazda CX-3 is RM 69,721 cheaper than the Toyota Fortuner. To be honest, in this price range, the difference of a few thousand is actually not significant; the key is to look at the overall cost-performance ratio and long-term usage cost.

Toyota Fortuner Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Power and Fuel Consumption

The Toyota Fortuner comes with a 2.5L Diesel engine, with 187 hp. Official fuel consumption is 8.5 L/100km.

The Mazda CX-3 comes with a 1.5L Turbo engine, with 140 hp. Official fuel consumption is 7.0 L/100km.

In terms of power, the Toyota Fortuner's 2.5L Diesel has 47 more horsepower than the Mazda CX-3's 1.5L Turbo, offering more confidence in mid-range acceleration, especially when overtaking on highways. However, the Mazda CX-3's fuel consumption might be more friendly, and the difference during daily city commuting won't be too large.

Toyota Fortuner Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Space and Comfort

The Toyota Fortuner has a body length of 4400 mm and a trunk of 400 L.

The Mazda CX-3 has a body length of 4500 mm and a trunk of 450 L.

In terms of space, the Mazda CX-3's body is 100 mm longer than the Toyota Fortuner, giving it an advantage in passenger space. However, the Toyota Fortuner is slightly more flexible when parking in the city, and each has its trade-offs.

Toyota Fortuner Exterior Image 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Who Is It Suitable For

Both the Toyota Fortuner and Mazda CX-3 are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale price more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance ratio and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is suggested to test drive both models, as experiencing it firsthand is the most important.

Mazda CX-3 Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Summary

Overall, both the Toyota Fortuner and Mazda CX-3 are very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest you do your research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive before making a final decision. Buying a car is a big deal, and spending time doing research will never be wrong.

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