Verdict
At RM58,227, the Suzuki Swift costs RM29,773 less than the RM88,000 Toyota Yaris, a substantial saving for a CKD B-segment hatchback. The Yaris earns its premium with a 105 hp/150 Nm 1.5-litre, seven airbags, stability control and pre-collision braking, where the Swift has 94 hp/130 Nm and two airbags without stability control. It is also 290 mm longer with a 286-litre boot versus 210 litres. The Swift is 140 kg lighter and 290 mm shorter, but the Yaris is the more complete family and safety buy if the budget reaches it.
Pick the Suzuki Swift if RM29,773 saved matters more than extra safety systems, boot room and infotainment.
Pick the Toyota Yaris if you want seven airbags, stability control, pre-collision braking and a 286-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Suzuki Swift RM58,227; Toyota Yaris RM88,000.
- Output: Suzuki Swift 94 hp and 130 Nm; Toyota Yaris 105 hp and 150 Nm.
- Safety: Suzuki Swift has 2 airbags and no stability control; Toyota Yaris has 7 airbags and stability control.
- Boot space: Suzuki Swift 210 litres; Toyota Yaris 286 litres.
- Dimensions and weight: Suzuki Swift is 3,850 mm long and 1,000 kg; Toyota Yaris is 4,140 mm long and 1,140 kg.
- Warranty: Suzuki Swift has 3 years/100,000 km; Toyota Yaris has 5 years/unlimited mileage.
Swift
- RM29,773 cheaper to buy.
- 140 kg lighter at 1,000 kg.
- 5-star Euro NCAP and ANCAP ratings with 7 airbags and stability control.
- Only 2 airbags and no stability control, against the Yaris' 7 airbags and stability control.
- 210-litre boot is 76 litres smaller than the Yaris'.
- No reverse camera, touchscreen infotainment or keyless push-button start.
Yaris
- 7 airbags, stability control and pre-collision braking.
- 286-litre boot and 2,550 mm wheelbase.
- 105 hp and 150 Nm, plus a 5-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- Costs RM29,773 more than the Swift.
- 140 kg heavier at 1,140 kg.
- 290 mm longer and 35 mm wider than the Swift.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM58,227✓ | RM88,000 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,372 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 94 hp at 6,000 rpm | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 130 Nm at 4,400 rpm | 150 Nm at 4,200 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 73 mm × 82 mm | 72 mm × 91.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4AT | CVT with 7 Speed Sports Sequential Shift |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,850 mm | 4,140 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm | 1,475 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,430 mm | 2,550 mm |
| Weight | 1,000 kg | 1,140 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 42 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 210 litres | 286 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R15 | 195/50R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R15 | 195/50R16 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Toyo Proxes R50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Steel | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Steel | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control | — |
| ASEAN NCAP | 4 stars — With 2 airbags and no stability control | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control✓ |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Front Passenger) | 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 | 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, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Driver Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual adjustment | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-Folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Front Cabin Light | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | — | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 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.
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Swift vs Yaris FAQ
Is the Suzuki Swift or Toyota Yaris better?
The Toyota Yaris is the better-equipped choice: it has 7 airbags, stability control, pre-collision braking, a larger 286-litre boot and more power. The Suzuki Swift makes sense chiefly for its RM29,773 lower purchase price and 1,000 kg kerb weight.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Yaris costs RM88,000 and the Suzuki Swift costs RM58,227, so the Yaris is RM29,773 more expensive.
Which car is safer, the Suzuki Swift or Toyota Yaris?
The Toyota Yaris is safer on its Malaysian specification: 7 airbags, stability control, blind spot monitoring and pre-collision braking. The Swift has 2 airbags and no stability control, although its Euro NCAP and ANCAP ratings are both 5 stars with 7 airbags and stability control.
