Verdict
At RM99,900, the 1.5S is the cleaner buy if you want the same 471-litre boot, 18-inch wheels, six airbags and driver-assistance kit without spending another RM10,000. Its 105 hp and 138 Nm petrol engine also has higher quoted engine outputs than the Hybrid’s 90 hp and 121 Nm. The RM109,900 Hybrid adds a 79 hp, 141 Nm motor, 0.8 kWh battery and an eight-year unlimited-mileage warranty for the hybrid battery, inverter and PCU. Choose it for the hybrid system, not extra cabin space or safety equipment.
Pick the Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5S if you want to save RM10,000 and prefer the higher 105 hp, 138 Nm petrol-engine figures.
Pick the Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5S Hybrid if you want hybrid assistance, a 79 hp electric motor and eight years of hybrid-component cover.
Key differences
- Price: RM99,900 versus RM109,900.
- Engine output: 105 hp and 138 Nm versus 90 hp and 121 Nm.
- Transmission: CVT automatic versus eCVT automatic.
- Electric motor and battery: no motor or battery versus one 79 hp, 141 Nm motor and 0.8 kWh battery.
- Kerb weight and fuel tank: 1,150 kg and 42 litres versus 1,245 kg and 36 litres.
- Hybrid-component warranty: no separate hybrid cover versus eight years/unlimited mileage for the battery, inverter and PCU.
1.5S
- RM10,000 less expensive.
- Higher quoted engine output: 105 hp and 138 Nm.
- 95 kg lighter with a 42-litre fuel tank.
- No electric motor or 0.8 kWh hybrid battery.
- No eight-year hybrid battery, inverter and PCU warranty.
1.5S Hybrid
- 79 hp, 141 Nm electric motor with 0.8 kWh battery.
- Eight-year/unlimited-mileage hybrid battery, inverter and PCU warranty.
- eCVT automatic transmission.
- Costs RM10,000 more.
- 95 kg heavier at 1,245 kg.
- Smaller 36-litre fuel tank and lower quoted engine output of 90 hp and 121 Nm.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM99,900✓ | RM109,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 90 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm✓ | 121 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 72.5 mm × 91.8 mm | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 79 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 141 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 0.8 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,655 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,150 kg | 1,245 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 42 litres | 36 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 471 litres | 471 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Steel 195/65R16 Tyre | Steel 195/65R16 Tyre |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes R61 | Toyo Proxes R61 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" 2-tone Alloy | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" 2-tone Alloy | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System | 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Hybrid Battery, Inverter and PCU |
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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1.5S vs 1.5S Hybrid FAQ
Is the Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5S or Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5S Hybrid better?
The 1.5S is better value when identical safety, cabin and convenience equipment matter most. The 1.5S Hybrid is the better choice only if you specifically want its electric motor, 0.8 kWh battery and eight-year hybrid-component warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5S Hybrid costs RM10,000 more than the 1.5S: RM109,900 against RM99,900.
Does the Hybrid have more boot space or safety equipment?
No. Both have a 471-litre boot, six airbags, blind spot information, steering-correction lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
