Verdict
The Toyota Veloz costs RM95,000, RM4,400 more than the RM90,600 Toyota Vios, and that gap changes the job each car can do. The Veloz brings seven seats, a 2,750 mm wheelbase and a flexible second and third row, plus adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go. The Vios is the more compact, 170 kg lighter choice, with a much larger 475-litre boot versus 137 litres. Both retain a 1.5-litre petrol four-cylinder, 138 Nm and six airbags, so performance is not the deciding factor here.
Pick the Toyota Veloz if seven seats, a 2,750 mm wheelbase and adaptive cruise control matter more than boot volume and the RM4,400 saving.
Pick the Toyota Vios if you need a 475-litre boot in a lighter, lower four-door sedan and can live with five seats.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Veloz RM95,000; Toyota Vios RM90,600.
- Seating: Toyota Veloz 7 seats; Toyota Vios 5 seats.
- Boot space: Toyota Veloz 137 litres; Toyota Vios 475 litres.
- Wheelbase: Toyota Veloz 2,750 mm; Toyota Vios 2,620 mm.
- Kerb weight: Toyota Veloz 1,185 kg; Toyota Vios 1,015 kg.
- Wheels: Toyota Veloz 17-inch two-tone alloys; Toyota Vios 16-inch alloys.
Veloz
- Seven seats with sliding, reclining and tumble middle-row seats.
- Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go and steering assist.
- Matrix adaptive driving beam and a 360-degree camera.
- 137-litre boot is far smaller than the Vios' 475 litres.
- Costs RM4,400 more than the Vios.
- At 1,185 kg, it is 170 kg heavier than the Vios.
Vios
- 475-litre boot is 338 litres larger than the Veloz's.
- 1,015 kg kerb weight is 170 kg lower than the Veloz's.
- Gets a Qi wireless charger, front digital video recorder and four rear parking sensors.
- Five seats versus the Veloz's seven.
- No adaptive cruise control, while the Veloz has stop-and-go and steering assist.
- Fixed rear bench lacks the Veloz's sliding, reclining and one-touch tumble middle row.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM95,000 | RM90,600✓ |
| Body type | MPV | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 2NR-VE, 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 138 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 | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | D-CVT with Power Mode | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 5.2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,475 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,750 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,700 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,185 kg | 1,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 43 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 137 litres | 475 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/50R17 | 195/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/50R17 | 195/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Alloy | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes CR1 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Two-tone Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Two-tone Alloy | 16" 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 | 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 | 7 Three-point | 5 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, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front and Second Row Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Matrix Adaptive Driving Beam | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Sliding and Recline, Armrest, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Manual |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Adjustable Blower | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB for Second Row | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 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 | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 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 | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | 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 | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 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 | Auto Brake Hold | 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.
Used Veloz & Vios for sale
Veloz vs Vios FAQ
Is the Toyota Veloz or Toyota Vios better?
The Veloz is better for carrying up to seven people and adds adaptive cruise control. The Vios is better if five seats are enough, because its 475-litre boot is much larger than the Veloz's 137 litres and it costs less.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Veloz is RM4,400 more expensive: RM95,000 versus RM90,600 for the Toyota Vios.
Which has the larger boot, Toyota Veloz or Toyota Vios?
The Toyota Vios has the larger boot at 475 litres. The Toyota Veloz is rated at 137 litres, but it has seven seats and 50:50 split-folding last-row seats.
