Verdict
At RM93,800, the MG 5 costs RM3,200 more than the RM90,600 Toyota Vios, but brings a larger 4,675 mm body, 112 hp and 150 Nm against 104 hp and 138 Nm. It also gets 17-inch wheels, a power driver’s seat, sunroof and 360-degree camera. The Vios answers with a much larger 475-litre boot, a 5.2 L/100 km rated economy figure, 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating and lane-keeping steering correction. For Malaysian buyers, this is a choice between MG’s size and cabin kit, or Toyota’s more useful boot and stronger safety detail.
Pick the MG 5 if you want the longer 4,675 mm sedan with 112 hp, 17-inch wheels, a sunroof and a power-adjustable driver’s seat.
Pick the Toyota Vios if you want the RM3,200-cheaper car with a 475-litre boot, 5.2 L/100 km rated economy and lane-keeping steering correction.
Key differences
- Price: MG 5 RM93,800; Toyota Vios RM90,600.
- Output: MG 5 112 hp and 150 Nm; Toyota Vios 104 hp and 138 Nm.
- Length/wheelbase: MG 5 4,675 mm/2,680 mm; Toyota Vios 4,425 mm/2,620 mm.
- Boot space: MG 5 401 litres; Toyota Vios 475 litres.
- Wheels: MG 5 17-inch alloys with 215-section tyres; Toyota Vios 16-inch alloys with 195-section tyres.
- Lane assist: MG 5 warning only; Toyota Vios steering correction.
5
- 112 hp and 150 Nm, versus 104 hp and 138 Nm.
- Longer 4,675 mm body and 2,680 mm wheelbase.
- Sunroof, power driver’s seat and 360-degree camera.
- 401-litre boot trails the Vios’ 475 litres.
- Lane-keeping system warns only, while the Vios adds steering correction.
- Costs RM3,200 more.
Vios
- 475-litre boot and full-size 16-inch alloy spare wheel.
- 5.2 L/100 km rated fuel economy.
- 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating plus steering-correction lane assist.
- 104 hp and 138 Nm trail the MG 5’s 112 hp and 150 Nm.
- Fixed rear bench, where the MG 5 has a folding rear seat.
- Manual front air-conditioning, versus the MG 5’s single-zone automatic climate control.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM93,800 | RM90,600✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 112 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 150 Nm at 4,500 rpm✓ | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 75 mm × 84.8 mm | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | iCVT | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11.5 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,675 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,842 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,480 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 401 litres | 475 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R17 | 195/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 195/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Primetra S | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, 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 On Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | 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 Projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | One-piece Folding | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Manual |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC vent | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Yes | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 3 USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down | 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| 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 Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 7 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain | — |
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.
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5 vs Vios FAQ
Is the MG 5 or Toyota Vios better?
The Toyota Vios is the better pick for boot capacity, rated economy and its 5-star ASEAN NCAP result with lane-keeping steering correction. Choose the MG 5 for more power, a longer body, 17-inch wheels and more cabin equipment.
What is the price difference?
The MG 5 costs RM93,800 and the Toyota Vios costs RM90,600, so the MG is RM3,200 more expensive.
Which has the bigger boot, the MG 5 or Toyota Vios?
The Toyota Vios has the bigger boot at 475 litres, exceeding the MG 5’s 401 litres by 74 litres. The MG 5 does have a one-piece folding rear seat, while the Vios uses a fixed rear bench.
