Verdict
At RM94,900, the Honda WR-V costs RM6,900 more than the RM88,000 Toyota Yaris, but brings SUV proportions, a 380-litre boot and 17-inch wheels. Its 119 hp also beats the Yaris’ 105 hp, though the Toyota has a marginal 5 Nm torque edge. The Yaris is the stronger safety and equipment buy: seven airbags against four, blind-spot monitoring, LED headlamps and a 360-degree camera. Pick the WR-V for load space and adaptive cruise control; pick the Yaris for its lower price and fuller safety kit.
Pick the Honda WR-V if you need the larger 380-litre boot, 17-inch tyres and adaptive cruise control, and can justify RM6,900 more.
Pick the Toyota Yaris if seven airbags, blind-spot monitoring, LED lighting and a 360-degree camera matter more than SUV height and boot space.
Key differences
- Price: Honda WR-V RM94,900; Toyota Yaris RM88,000.
- Power: Honda WR-V 119 hp; Toyota Yaris 105 hp.
- Torque: Honda WR-V 145 Nm; Toyota Yaris 150 Nm.
- Boot space: Honda WR-V 380 litres; Toyota Yaris 286 litres.
- Airbags: Honda WR-V 4; Toyota Yaris 7.
- Wheels: Honda WR-V 17-inch alloys; Toyota Yaris 16-inch alloys.
WR-V
- 380-litre boot, 94 litres larger than the Yaris
- 119 hp, 14 hp more than the Yaris
- Adaptive cruise control and steering-correction lane keeping
- Four airbags versus the Yaris’ seven
- No blind-spot information system or 360-degree camera
- Costs RM6,900 more
Yaris
- Seven airbags and blind-spot monitoring
- 360-degree camera and four rear parking sensors
- RM6,900 lower purchase price
- 286-litre boot is 94 litres smaller
- 105 hp is 14 hp down on the WR-V
- Warning-only lane keeping rather than steering correction
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM94,900 | RM88,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | — | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC i-VTEC | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp at 6,600 rpm✓ | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm | 150 Nm at 4,200 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 72 mm × 91.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT | CVT with 7 Speed Sports Sequential Shift |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11.0 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 6.0 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,060 mm | 4,140 mm |
| Width | 1,780 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Height | 1,608 mm | 1,475 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,485 mm | 2,550 mm |
| Weight | 1,105 kg | 1,140 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 286 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 195/50R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 195/50R16 |
| Spare Tyre | 16" Steel Spare | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Toyo Proxes R50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | — | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Black Alloys | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Black Alloys | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Electric Power Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 4 (Dual Front and Side Airbags) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | — | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | ISOFIX i-Size | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with CMBS | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front and Rear | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Fabric | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air Conditioning | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10" Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Remote Engine Start, Push Button Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | — | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, Multi-angle with LaneWatch | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year unlimited-mileage warranty; free labour for up to 5 services (100,000 km/5 years) | — |
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 WR-V & Yaris for sale
WR-V vs Yaris FAQ
Is the Honda WR-V or Toyota Yaris better?
The Toyota Yaris is better equipped for safety, with seven airbags, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera. The Honda WR-V is better if you need its 380-litre boot, 17-inch wheels, 119 hp and adaptive cruise control.
What is the price difference?
The Honda WR-V costs RM94,900 and the Toyota Yaris costs RM88,000, so the WR-V is RM6,900 more expensive. The Yaris also has lower annual road tax: RM90 against RM120.
Which has the bigger boot, Honda WR-V or Toyota Yaris?
The Honda WR-V has the bigger boot at 380 litres. The Toyota Yaris has 286 litres, leaving the WR-V with a 94-litre advantage for luggage, prams or regular family use.
