Verdict
At RM90,600, the Toyota Vios is the sharper value choice when both cars use the same 1.5-litre, 104 hp and 138 Nm petrol drivetrain, CVT and 5.2 L/100 km rated economy. The RM6,000 gap to the RM96,600 Toyota Vios buys adaptive cruise control, automatic wipers, a telescopic steering wheel, full-LCD instruments, an electronic parking brake and 17-inch wheels. Those are meaningful daily-use upgrades, but not a performance upgrade; the dearer car is also 20 kg heavier. Pick the higher-spec car only if its driver-assistance and cabin conveniences matter to you.
Pick the Toyota Vios if you want the same 104 hp powertrain, 475-litre boot and core safety kit for RM6,000 less.
Pick the Toyota Vios if adaptive cruise control, auto wipers, a telescopic steering wheel and an electronic parking brake justify RM6,000 more.
Key differences
- Price: RM90,600 vs RM96,600
- Weight: 1,015 kg vs 1,035 kg
- Wheels and tyres: 16-inch alloys with 195/60R16 tyres vs 17-inch alloys with 205/50R17 tyres
- Air-conditioning: single-zone manual vs single-zone automatic
- Cruise control: none vs adaptive cruise control
- Instrument cluster and parking brake: electroluminescent analogue and handbrake vs full LCD monitor and electronic parking brake
1.5E
- RM6,000 lower purchase price
- 20 kg lighter at 1,015 kg
- Same 104 hp, 138 Nm drivetrain and 5.2 L/100 km rating
- No adaptive cruise control
- No auto wipers or steering-wheel reach adjustment
- Manual air-conditioning, analogue instruments and handbrake
1.5G
- Adaptive cruise control and auto wipers
- Single-zone automatic air-conditioning and telescopic steering adjustment
- Full-LCD instruments, electronic parking brake and 17-inch wheels
- Costs RM6,000 more
- 20 kg heavier at 1,035 kg
- No extra power or torque over the other Toyota Vios
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM90,600✓ | RM96,600 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 104 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 | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic | 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 | 5.2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,425 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,740 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,480 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,015 kg | 1,035 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 475 litres | 475 litres |
| Front Tyre | 195/60R16 | 205/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/60R16 | 205/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Alloy | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes CR1 | Continental PremiumContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| 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 | 5 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, Pre-collision Braking | 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 | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Keeping Control, Auto High Beam |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Fixed Bench | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Manual | Single-zone Automatic |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 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 | 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| 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 | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor | Yes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor |
| 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 | 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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1.5E vs 1.5G FAQ
Is the Toyota Vios or Toyota Vios better?
The RM96,600 Toyota Vios is better equipped, adding adaptive cruise control, auto wipers, automatic air-conditioning and a full-LCD cluster. The RM90,600 Toyota Vios is the better value buy because its 104 hp drivetrain, safety fundamentals and cabin space are unchanged.
What is the price difference?
The difference is RM6,000: RM90,600 for one Toyota Vios and RM96,600 for the other.
Do the two Toyota Vios variants have different performance?
No. Both use a 1,496 cc naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 104 hp and 138 Nm, paired with a CVT, and both have a 5.2 L/100 km rated economy and 180 km/h top speed.
