Fuso vs Hino: Malaysia’s Haulage Decision

Fuso (Mitsubishi) and Hino are two of Malaysia’s most popular prime mover brands. Both offer reliable trucks for haulage, but they have distinct differences in price, performance, fuel economy, and operating costs. Choosing the right brand affects your profitability for years.

This comparison breaks down the numbers so you can make an informed decision for your haulage business.

2026 Price Comparison: Fuso vs Hino

New Prime Mover Models (6x4 Configuration)

Brand & Model Engine HP Price (New) Monthly Installment*

Fuso Great 5 ton 6x4 6M60-AT1 270 HP RM350,000 - RM380,000 RM4,700 - RM5,100

Hino 500 6x4 E13C-TH 275 HP RM360,000 - RM390,000 RM4,800 - RM5,200

Fuso Great 6 ton 6x4 6M60-AT1 270 HP RM380,000 - RM410,000 RM5,100 - RM5,500

Hino 700 6x4 E13C-TH 275 HP RM400,000 - RM430,000 RM5,400 - RM5,800

*Monthly installment based on 7-year term, 5% interest, 0% down payment.

Used Prime Mover Prices (4-6 Years Old)

Brand & Model Condition Price Range Financing Available

Fuso Great (2018-2020) Good RM150,000 - RM200,000 Yes (Up to 6 years)

Hino 500/700 (2018-2020) Good RM160,000 - RM210,000 Yes (Up to 6 years)

Performance & Power Comparison

Engine Specifications

Specification Fuso Great Hino 500/700

Engine Type 6M60-AT1 (6-cylinder) E13C-TH (6-cylinder)

Horsepower 270 HP 275 HP

Torque 1,078 Nm 1,127 Nm

Transmission 12-speed manual/automatic 9/12-speed manual

Power Take-Off (PTO) Standard Optional/Standard

Hill Climbing & Load Performance

Fuso Advantage: • Better low-end torque for city stop-start driving • Smoother acceleration in heavy traffic • 12-speed automatic option (easier for drivers)

Hino Advantage: • Higher horsepower and torque for highway hauling • Better performance on steep inclines (Genting, Cameron routes) • Manual transmission preferred by experienced drivers

Fuel Economy Comparison

Real-World Fuel Consumption (km per Liter)

Route Type Fuso Great Hino 500/700

Highway (Flat) 2.8 - 3.2 km/L 2.7 - 3.1 km/L

Highway (Hilly) 2.3 - 2.7 km/L 2.4 - 2.8 km/L

City (Klang Valley) 2.0 - 2.4 km/L 1.9 - 2.3 km/L

Mixed Operation 2.4 - 2.8 km/L 2.3 - 2.7 km/L

Annual Fuel Cost Comparison (30,000 km/year)

Diesel Price: RM2.15 per liter (2026 average)

Brand Average km/L Liters/Year Annual Fuel Cost

Fuso Great 2.6 11,538 RM24,807

Hino 500/700 2.5 12,000 RM25,800

Fuso Fuel Savings: RM993 per year

5-Year Fuel Savings: RM4,965 (Fuso)

Maintenance Cost Comparison

Annual Maintenance Costs

Maintenance Item Fuso Great Hino 500/700

Regular Service RM800 - RM1,200/year RM900 - RM1,300/year

Oil Change RM400 - RM600 (every 10,000 km) RM450 - RM650 (every 10,000 km)

Tyre Replacement RM15,000 - RM18,000/year RM15,000 - RM18,000/year

Brake System RM2,000 - RM3,000/year RM2,000 - RM3,000/year

Major Repairs RM5,000 - RM8,000/year RM5,500 - RM8,500/year

Total Annual RM28,200 - RM33,200 RM28,850 - RM34,450

Fuso Maintenance Savings: RM650 - RM1,250 per year

5-Year Maintenance Savings: RM3,250 - RM6,250 (Fuso)

Resale Value Comparison

Depreciation Over 5 Years

Brand New Price 5-Year Value Depreciation Resale %

Fuso Great RM370,000 RM200,000 - RM230,000 RM140,000 - RM170,000 54% - 62%

Hino 500/700 RM380,000 RM210,000 - RM240,000 RM140,000 - RM170,000 55% - 63%

Resale Value Winner: Hino has slightly higher resale value (1-2% difference), but both brands maintain similar resale percentages.

Driver Comfort & Cabin Comparison

Cabin Features

Feature Fuso Great Hino 500/700

Cabin Space Spacious (wide cabin) Spacious (standard design)

Seat Comfort Air suspension seat (premium) Air suspension seat (standard)

Air Conditioning Powerful (dual-zone) Good (single-zone)

Dashboard Layout Modern, intuitive Functional, straightforward

Noise Level Quiet (good insulation) Moderate (standard insulation)

Sleeping Bunk Available (optional) Available (optional)

Parts Availability & Service Network

Malaysia-Wide Support

Factor Fuso Hino

Dealer Network 20+ branches nationwide 25+ branches nationwide

Parts Availability Excellent (most parts stocked) Excellent (most parts stocked)

Parts Cost Medium (competitive) Medium (competitive)

Service Centers 30+ authorized centers 35+ authorized centers

Waiting Time for Parts 1-3 days (common parts) 1-3 days (common parts)

Both Brands: Excellent parts availability and service network in Malaysia. You won’t go wrong with either brand for after-sales support.

Total Cost of Ownership: 5-Year Comparison

Scenario: New Prime Mover, 30,000 km/year Operation

Fuso Great (RM370,000) • Purchase price: RM370,000 • 5-year fuel cost: RM124,035 • 5-year maintenance: RM155,000 • Insurance & road tax: RM75,000 Total 5-Year Cost: RM724,035 • Less resale value: -RM215,000 Net 5-Year Cost: RM509,035

Hino 500/700 (RM380,000) • Purchase price: RM380,000 • 5-year fuel cost: RM129,000 • 5-year maintenance: RM158,250 • Insurance & road tax: RM77,000 Total 5-Year Cost: RM744,250 • Less resale value: -RM225,000 Net 5-Year Cost: RM519,250

5-Year Savings: Fuso wins by RM10,215

Which Brand Should You Choose?

Choose Fuso Great If:

Budget is priority: Lower purchase price (RM10,000 less)
City operation: Better low-end torque for stop-start traffic
Automatic transmission: Prefer easier driving for younger drivers
Fuel savings matter: Slightly better fuel economy (RM993/year)
Lower maintenance: RM650-RM1,250 less annual maintenance

Choose Hino 500/700 If:

Highway hauling: Better performance on long-distance routes
Mountain routes: Superior hill climbing (Genting, Cameron, east coast)
Manual transmission: Experienced drivers prefer manual control
Higher resale: Slightly better resale value (RM10,000 more after 5 years)
Proven durability: Reputation for long engine life

Real Owner Feedback

Fuso Owner: “City Haulage Specialist”

“Haulage within Klang Valley. Lots of traffic, many stops. Bought Fuso Great 2021 (new). Automatic transmission made city driving easy. Driver fatigue reduced. Fuel consumption: 2.5 km/L in city (better than expected). Maintenance: RM28,000 first year (within budget). Now 4 years old, 120,000 km. Still running strong. No major repairs. Fuso cheaper than Hino by RM10,000 at purchase. Combined with fuel savings RM4,000 over 4 years, maintenance savings RM3,000. Total savings: RM17,000 vs buying Hino. Resale value will be slightly lower but overall savings justified Fuso choice. For city haulage, Fuso’s low-end torque and automatic transmission are advantages.” — Kevin Tan, Klang Valley Haulage

Hino Owner: “Highway Specialist”

“KL-Penang, KL-Johor routes daily. Bought Hino 700 2020 (new). Manual transmission preferred for highway control. Hill climbing: excellent. Loaded trailer up Genting, Hino handled easily. Fuel consumption: 2.8 km/L highway (good for loaded operation). Maintenance: RM30,000-RM32,000/year (reasonable). Now 5 years old, 150,000 km. Engine still strong. Just sold for RM230,000 (61% of original RM380,000). Resale value strong. Bought new Hino again. For highway hauling with mountain routes, Hino’s power and torque make difference. Higher resale value also long-term benefit. Hino justified for my operation.” — Ahmad Fauzi, Penang-KL Transport

Financing: Both Brands with 0% Down Payment

Same Financing Terms for Both

We Offer: • 0% down payment (Fuso and Hino) • From 5% interest rate • Terms up to 7 years • Fast approval (24-48 hours) • New and used prime movers financed

Monthly Installment Comparison

Fuso Great (RM370,000, 0% Down): • Monthly installment: RM5,000 (7 years, 5%) • Total payments: RM420,000 Hino 700 (RM380,000, 0% Down): • Monthly installment: RM5,100 (7 years, 5%) • Total payments: RM428,400 Monthly Difference: RM100 (Fuso cheaper) 7-Year Difference: RM8,400 (Fuso cheaper)

Decision Summary

Both Fuso and Hino are excellent choices for Malaysian haulage. The difference in total cost of ownership over 5 years is only RM10,000 (about 2%). This is relatively small compared to the revenue a prime mover generates (RM500,000+ annually). Bottom Line: • Fuso: Better for city operations, budget-conscious buyers, automatic transmission preference • Hino: Better for highway hauling, mountain routes, manual transmission preference The brand choice should match your specific operation type rather than purely cost. Both offer reliable performance, good resale value, and excellent parts availability in Malaysia. With 0% down payment financing, both brands are accessible without straining your working capital.

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Fuso vs Hino Prime Mover 2026: Malaysia Comparison