Verdict
The Toyota GR Corolla costs RM368,950 against RM90,600 for the Toyota Vios; the RM278,350 gap buys 296 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and a six-speed manual rather than 104 hp, 138 Nm, front-wheel drive and a CVT. That makes the GR Corolla a focused choice for drivers who will use its 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time and 230 km/h top speed. The Vios is the more rational daily car: it has a 475-litre boot against 213 litres, is rated at 5.2 L/100 km and gets steering correction for lane-keeping. Its RM90 annual road tax also undercuts RM207.
Pick the Toyota GR Corolla if you want 296 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive with front and rear Torsen limited-slip differentials, and a six-speed manual.
Pick the Toyota Vios if a 475-litre boot, 5.2 L/100 km rated economy, a CVT and rear-seat practicality matter more than outright pace.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota GR Corolla RM368,950; Toyota Vios RM90,600.
- Output: Toyota GR Corolla 296 hp and 400 Nm; Toyota Vios 104 hp and 138 Nm.
- Driveline and transmission: Toyota GR Corolla all-wheel drive with six-speed manual; Toyota Vios front-wheel drive with CVT automatic.
- Boot space: Toyota GR Corolla 213 litres; Toyota Vios 475 litres.
- Road tax: Toyota GR Corolla RM207 per year; Toyota Vios RM90 per year.
- Lane-keeping assist: Toyota GR Corolla warning only; Toyota Vios steering correction.
GR Corolla
- 296 hp and 400 Nm, versus 104 hp and 138 Nm.
- All-wheel drive with front and rear Torsen limited-slip differentials.
- 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time and 230 km/h top speed.
- 213-litre boot is far smaller than the Vios' 475 litres.
- Six-speed manual is less convenient in traffic than the Vios' CVT automatic.
- Lane-keeping only warns, while the Vios provides steering correction.
Vios
- 475-litre boot and a full-size 16-inch alloy spare wheel.
- Rated fuel economy of 5.2 L/100 km.
- Lane-keeping steering correction, rear cross traffic alert and a 3D panoramic-view monitor.
- 104 hp and 138 Nm are well behind the GR Corolla's 296 hp and 400 Nm.
- Front-wheel drive lacks the GR Corolla's all-wheel drive and Torsen limited-slip differentials.
- Fixed rear bench cannot match the GR Corolla's 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,950 | RM90,600✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM207 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,618 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 296 hp at 6,500 rpm✓ | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 400 Nm at 3,250 rpm✓ | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 87 mm × 89 mm | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6MT | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Toyota | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.3 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,407 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,851 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,479 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,640 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,475 kg | 1,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 213 litres | 475 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/40R18 | 195/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/40R18 | 195/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Yokohama Advan Apex | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Torsen Limited Slip Differential Front and Rear | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 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 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Pre-collision Braking | 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 | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Manual |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Wireless Charger, 1 USB Front, 1 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Auto Windows | 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | 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 |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | 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 |
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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GR Corolla vs Vios FAQ
Is the Toyota GR Corolla or Toyota Vios better?
The GR Corolla is better for outright performance, with 296 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time. The Vios is better for everyday carrying duties, with a 475-litre boot, CVT and 5.2 L/100 km rated economy.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota GR Corolla costs RM278,350 more than the Toyota Vios.
Which has the more useful boot?
The Toyota Vios does. Its 475-litre boot is 262 litres larger than the GR Corolla's 213-litre space, and it also carries a full-size spare wheel rather than a tyre repair kit.
