Verdict
The Toyota Avanza costs RM80,888, while the Toyota Veloz is RM95,000; that RM14,112 gap buys a far fuller safety suite, including six airbags instead of two, stability control and Toyota Safety Sense pre-collision braking. The Veloz is also 285 mm longer on a 95 mm longer wheelbase, with 17-inch wheels, a CVT and 137 litres of stated boot space. The Avanza keeps a 45-litre tank against 43 litres and rear-wheel drive, but its four-speed automatic, basic audio and two-airbag safety provision make it the budget-led choice.
Pick the Toyota Avanza if RM14,112 saved matters more than active safety systems, a touchscreen and the Veloz’s larger body.
Pick the Toyota Veloz if you want six airbags, Toyota Safety Sense, a CVT and substantially more cabin-oriented equipment for the extra outlay.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Avanza RM80,888; Toyota Veloz RM95,000.
- Output: Toyota Avanza 103 hp and 136 Nm; Toyota Veloz 105 hp and 138 Nm.
- Transmission and drive: Toyota Avanza 4AT and rear-wheel drive; Toyota Veloz D-CVT and front-wheel drive.
- Dimensions: Toyota Avanza 4,190 mm long with a 2,655 mm wheelbase; Toyota Veloz 4,475 mm and 2,750 mm.
- Safety: Toyota Avanza has 2 airbags; Toyota Veloz has 6 airbags plus stability control and pre-collision braking.
- Wheels: Toyota Avanza uses 15-inch alloys with 185/65R15 tyres; Toyota Veloz gets 17-inch two-tone alloys with 205/50R17 tyres.
Avanza
- RM14,112 cheaper to buy.
- 45-litre fuel tank, versus 43 litres.
- Rear-wheel drive and a full-size 15-inch steel spare.
- Only two airbags, against six in the Veloz.
- No stability control, blind-spot monitoring or autonomous emergency braking.
- Four-speed automatic, manual key and CD/MP3 audio system.
Veloz
- Six airbags, stability control and Toyota Safety Sense pre-collision braking.
- 9.0-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera and 137-litre boot space.
- RM14,112 more expensive.
- 43-litre fuel tank is 2 litres smaller.
- 1,185 kg kerb weight is 30 kg heavier.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM80,888✓ | RM95,000 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 2NR-VE, 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 103 hp at 6,000 rpm | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 136 Nm at 4,200 rpm | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4AT | D-CVT with Power Mode |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,190 mm | 4,475 mm |
| Width | 1,660 mm | 1,750 mm |
| Height | 1,695 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,655 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,155 kg | 1,185 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | 43 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 137 litres |
| Front Tyre | 185/65R15 | 205/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/65R15 | 205/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 15" Steel | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop Enasave EC300+ | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Indonesia (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Live Axle with Coil Springs | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Higher suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 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 | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer middle row passenger seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front and Second Row Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Reflector with Matrix Adaptive Driving Beam |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Sliding and Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Sliding and Recline, Armrest, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower | Rear Vents with Adjustable Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB for Second Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | 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 Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | LCD Instrument Cluster Display | Auto Brake Hold |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 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.
Used Avanza & Veloz for sale
Avanza vs Veloz FAQ
Is the Toyota Avanza or Toyota Veloz better?
The Toyota Veloz is the better-equipped seven-seat MPV: it has six airbags, stability control, pre-collision braking, a CVT, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera. Choose the Avanza only if its lower purchase price is the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Veloz costs RM14,112 more than the Toyota Avanza. That buys four additional airbags, active safety assistance, a 9.0-inch touchscreen, 17-inch wheels and substantially more convenience equipment.
Which one has more safety equipment?
The Toyota Veloz does. It has six airbags to the Avanza’s two, plus stability control, blind-spot information, rear cross traffic alert, lane steering correction and pre-collision braking with pedestrian detection.
