Fortuner or X3? A comparison to save you the hassle of research

In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare the Toyota Fortuner and BMW X3 when choosing a car. These two models are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will conduct a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to save you the trouble of research.

Price and Versions

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.

BMW X3's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 325,800 - 358,800, with a total of 2 versions, including xDrive20i (RM 320,000), xDrive30e (RM 360,000), etc.

Looking at the price, the starting price of Toyota Fortuner is indeed RM 129,920 cheaper than BMW X3. If your budget is limited, Toyota's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, also note that the few thousand bucks cheaper might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your needs.

Power and Fuel Economy

Toyota Fortuner is equipped with 2.5L Diesel, 187 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.5 L/100km.

BMW X3 is equipped with 2.0L Turbo, 220 hp. Official fuel consumption 9.5 L/100km.

In terms of power, the 2.0L Turbo of BMW X3 has 33 more horsepower than the 2.5L Diesel of Toyota Fortuner. However, for daily driving in the city, the power of both cars is sufficient, and you won't feel underpowered.

Safety Features

Toyota Fortuner's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include.

BMW X3's safety rating is 5★ (Euro NCAP), active safety systems include Premium ADAS.

Space and Comfort

Toyota Fortuner body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

BMW X3 body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

The dimensions of the two cars are almost the same, with little difference in interior space. Cars in this class are fully sufficient for daily use.

Maintenance and Service

Toyota Fortuner warranty 5 years/unlimited mileage, maintenance interval 10,000km or 6 months.

BMW X3 warranty 5 years/unlimited mileage, maintenance interval 10,000km or 6 months.

Conclusion

Overall, Toyota Fortuner and BMW X3 are both very good models in the Malaysia market. Which one to choose mainly depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing research, comparing quotes from multiple dealers, and test driving before making a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time on research will definitely not be wrong.