Verdict
At RM315,600, the GR Yaris 6MT is the sharper-value call: it matches the 8AT’s 296 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time. The RM10,000 step to RM325,600 changes the gearbox from a six-speed manual to an eight-speed conventional automatic; the listed safety, cabin and chassis hardware remain the same. For a Malaysian buyer choosing on numbers rather than pedal preference, save the cash and take the manual. Pay extra only if the 8AT is the transmission you specifically want.
Pick the Toyota GR Yaris 6MT if you want identical 296 hp, 400 Nm and 5.2-second pace for RM10,000 less and prefer shifting yourself.
Pick the Toyota GR Yaris 8AT if an eight-speed conventional automatic matters more to you than saving RM10,000.
Key differences
- Purchase price: RM315,600 vs RM325,600
- Premium over the 6MT: RM0 vs RM10,000
- Transmission type: six-speed manual vs eight-speed conventional automatic
- Gear count: 6 gears vs 8 gears
6MT
- RM10,000 lower purchase price
- Six-speed manual transmission
- Matches the 8AT’s 296 hp, 400 Nm and 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- Six-speed manual instead of the 8AT’s conventional automatic
8AT
- Eight-speed conventional automatic transmission
- Two more forward gears than the 6MT
- Matches the 6MT’s 296 hp, 400 Nm and 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- Costs RM10,000 more
- No listed gain in power, torque, acceleration, safety or cabin equipment
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM315,600✓ | RM325,600 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM207 | RM207 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Dual Variable Valve Timing | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,618 cc | 1,618 cc |
| Horsepower | 296 hp at 6,200 rpm | 296 hp at 6,200 rpm |
| Torque | 400 Nm at 3,250 rpm | 400 Nm at 3,250 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 87 mm × 89 mm | 87 mm × 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6MT | 8AT |
| Gears | 6 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Toyota | Toyota |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.2 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | 230 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,995 mm | 3,995 mm |
| Width | 1,805 mm | 1,805 mm |
| Height | 1,455 mm | 1,455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,560 mm | 2,560 mm |
| Weight | 1,280 kg | 1,280 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 174 litres | 174 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R18 | 225/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/40R18 | 225/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Torsen Front and Rear Limited-slip Differential, Performance-tuned Springs, Dampers and Steering, User-selectable Torque Split, Rev Matching | Torsen Front and Rear Limited-slip Differential, Performance-tuned Springs, Dampers and Steering, User-selectable Torque Split, Rev Matching |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Pre-collision Braking | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 7" Touchscreen Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB, HDMI, AUX and 6 Speakers | 7" Touchscreen Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB, HDMI, AUX and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive 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 | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| 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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6MT vs 8AT FAQ
Is the Toyota GR Yaris 6MT or Toyota GR Yaris 8AT better?
The GR Yaris 6MT is the better value because it matches the 8AT’s 296 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time for RM10,000 less. Choose the 8AT only for its automatic transmission.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota GR Yaris 8AT costs RM10,000 more than the Toyota GR Yaris 6MT.
Does the Toyota GR Yaris 8AT accelerate faster than the 6MT?
No. Both variants are rated at 5.2 seconds from 0-100 km/h, with 296 hp and 400 Nm.
