Verdict
At RM238,888, the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan costs RM148,288 more than the RM90,600 Toyota Vios. That outlay brings 161 hp and 270 Nm against 104 hp and 138 Nm, plus an 8.3-second 0-100 km/h claim, a 2,729-mm wheelbase and 7 airbags. The Vios is the rational daily sedan: it returns a rated 5.2 L/100 km, carries 475 litres in its boot and has a five-year warranty. Its rear cross traffic alert and 3D panoramic monitor are useful in tight Malaysian car parks.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan if you want the much stronger 161-hp turbo engine, longer 2,729-mm wheelbase and power front seats with memory.
Pick the Toyota Vios if you want to spend far less, prioritise 5.2 L/100 km fuel use, a 475-litre boot and five years of warranty cover.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan RM238,888; Toyota Vios RM90,600.
- Output: Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan 161 hp and 270 Nm; Toyota Vios 104 hp and 138 Nm.
- Boot space: Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan 420 litres; Toyota Vios 475 litres.
- Wheelbase: Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan 2,729 mm; Toyota Vios 2,620 mm.
- Warranty: Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan 2 years plus 2-year extension; Toyota Vios 5 years.
- Fuel economy: Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan not rated; Toyota Vios 5.2 L/100 km.
A-Class Sedan
- 161 hp and 270 Nm turbo petrol engine
- 7 airbags and Active Brake Assist
- Power front seats with memory and dual-zone climate control
- RM148,288 more expensive
- 420-litre boot is 55 litres smaller
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus five years
Vios
- Rated 5.2 L/100 km fuel consumption
- 475-litre boot and full-size 16-inch alloy spare
- Rear cross traffic alert and 3D panoramic view monitor
- 104 hp and 138 Nm trail the Mercedes-Benz by 57 hp and 132 Nm
- No rated 0-100 km/h figure, while the Mercedes-Benz claims 8.3 seconds
- Manual front-seat adjustment and single-zone manual air-conditioning
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM238,888 | RM90,600✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,332 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 161 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 270 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 72.2 mm × 81.4 mm | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7G-DCT | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Getrag | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.3 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,549 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,796 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,446 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,729 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,385 kg | 1,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 420 litres | 475 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R17 | 195/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R17 | 195/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Five-twin-spoke Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Five-twin-spoke Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Comfort Lowered Suspension | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Pelvis, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Active Brake Assist | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Manual |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front USB-C, 1 Rear USB-C | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Active Parking Assist | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | No | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 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 A-Class Sedan & Vios for sale
A-Class Sedan vs Vios FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan or Toyota Vios better?
The A-Class Sedan is better for performance and front-seat equipment, with 161 hp, 270 Nm and power memory seats. The Vios is the better cost-conscious choice, with a much lower entry price, 5.2 L/100 km rating, larger boot and five-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan is RM148,288 dearer than the Toyota Vios: RM238,888 versus RM90,600.
Which sedan has the larger boot?
The Toyota Vios has the larger boot at 475 litres, 55 litres more than the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan's 420 litres. The Mercedes-Benz counters with a 60:40 split-folding rear seat, while the Vios has a fixed rear bench.
