Verdict
The Toyota Vios is the sharper value call at RM90,600: it costs RM9,300 less, has the same 1,496 cc petrol capacity and 138 Nm as the Yaris Cross, while its 475-litre boot is four litres larger. The Toyota Yaris Cross asks RM99,900 and RM120 annual road tax against the Vios’ RM90, but brings SUV bodywork, 18-inch wheels, adaptive cruise control and a 60:40 split-folding rear seat. Its 105 hp advantage over the Vios’ 104 hp is negligible; equipment and body style should decide it.
Pick the Toyota Vios if you want the lower RM90,600 entry price, 5.2 L/100 km rated economy and a 475-litre sedan boot.
Pick the Toyota Yaris Cross if you will pay RM9,300 more for an SUV body, adaptive cruise control and a split-folding rear seat.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Vios RM90,600; Toyota Yaris Cross RM99,900.
- Body and height: Toyota Vios sedan, 1,480 mm; Toyota Yaris Cross SUV, 1,655 mm.
- Power and weight: Toyota Vios 104 hp and 1,015 kg; Toyota Yaris Cross 105 hp and 1,150 kg.
- Wheels and tyres: Toyota Vios 16-inch alloys with 195/60R16 tyres; Toyota Yaris Cross 18-inch two-tone alloys with 215/55R18 tyres.
- Boot space and rear seat: Toyota Vios 475 litres with a fixed bench; Toyota Yaris Cross 471 litres with 60:40 split-folding seats.
- Road tax and fuel tank: Toyota Vios RM90 yearly and 40 litres; Toyota Yaris Cross RM120 yearly and 42 litres.
Vios
- RM9,300 lower purchase price
- 475-litre boot, 4 litres larger
- Pre-collision braking and 3D panoramic monitor
- 16-inch wheels versus the Yaris Cross’ 18-inch alloys
- Fixed rear bench instead of a 60:40 split-folding rear seat
- No adaptive cruise control or driver’s seat power adjustment
Yaris Cross
- Adaptive cruise control and electronic parking brake
- 60:40 split-folding rear seats with centre armrest
- 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat and 18-inch alloys
- RM9,300 higher purchase price
- 135 kg heavier at 1,150 kg
- RM120 annual road tax versus RM90
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM90,600✓ | RM99,900 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 104 hp | 105 hp✓ |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 72.5 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | 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 | 4,425 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,740 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,480 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,015 kg | 1,150 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 475 litres✓ | 471 litres |
| Front Tyre | 195/60R16 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/60R16 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Alloy | Steel 195/65R16 Tyre |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes CR1 | Toyo Proxes R61 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Pre-collision Braking | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | 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 Reflector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Fixed Bench | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Manual | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| 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 |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| 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.
Used Vios & Yaris Cross for sale
Vios vs Yaris Cross FAQ
Is the Toyota Vios or Toyota Yaris Cross better?
The Vios is the better buy if price, rated fuel use and boot volume matter: it is RM9,300 cheaper, rated at 5.2 L/100 km and has a 475-litre boot. Choose the Yaris Cross for SUV form and its stronger convenience kit.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Yaris Cross costs RM99,900, which is RM9,300 more than the Toyota Vios at RM90,600.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Toyota Vios has the larger quoted boot at 475 litres, compared with 471 litres in the Toyota Yaris Cross. The Yaris Cross counters with a 60:40 split-folding rear seat, while the Vios has a fixed rear bench.
