Verdict
At RM70,940, the Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 2 is the rational Malaysian buy if price and lower weight matter most. The Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 3 costs RM17,060 more, but the gap buys 150 Nm rather than 140 Nm, blind-spot monitoring, pre-collision braking and a 360-degree camera. Its 9.0-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is a meaningful daily-use upgrade too. However, both retain the same 105 hp 1.5-litre CVT drivetrain, 286-litre boot and five-star ASEAN NCAP rating with seven airbags, so the dearer car is about equipment rather than a wholesale mechanical change.
Pick the Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 2 if you want to save RM17,060, prefer its 1,110 kg kerb weight and can live without active safety aids and a reverse camera.
Pick the Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 3 if blind-spot monitoring, pre-collision braking, a 360-degree camera and wireless smartphone connectivity justify the higher price.
Key differences
- Price: RM70,940 vs RM88,000
- Torque: 140 Nm vs 150 Nm
- Kerb weight: 1,110 kg vs 1,140 kg
- Wheels and tyres: 15-inch alloys with 185/60R15 tyres vs 16-inch two-tone alloys with 195/50R16 tyres
- Safety assistance: no blind-spot system or autonomous braking vs blind-spot monitoring and pre-collision braking
- Infotainment: radio/CD, Bluetooth, USB, AUX and four speakers vs 9.0-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and six speakers
NSP151 Facelift 2
- RM17,060 less expensive
- 30 kg lighter at 1,110 kg
- LED projector headlamps and remote boot-release operation
- Has 140 Nm, 10 Nm less than the Facelift 3
- No blind-spot monitoring, pre-collision braking or collision warning
- No reverse camera, paddle shifters or steering audio controls
NSP151 Facelift 3
- 150 Nm of torque
- Blind-spot monitoring, pre-collision braking and a 360-degree camera
- 9.0-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and six speakers
- Costs RM17,060 more
- 30 kg heavier at 1,140 kg
- Uses LED reflector headlamps rather than the Facelift 2's LED projector units
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM70,940✓ | RM88,000 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| 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 | 105 hp | 105 hp |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT with 7-speed Sport Sequential Shiftmatic | CVT with 7 Speed Sports Sequential Shift |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,140 mm | 4,140 mm |
| Width | 1,730 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Height | 1,475 mm | 1,475 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,550 mm | 2,550 mm |
| Weight | 1,110 kg | 1,140 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 42 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 286 litres | 286 litres |
| Front Tyre | 185/60R15 | 195/50R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/60R15 | 195/50R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 15" Steel | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Toyo Proxes R50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Manual | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Cupholder Lights and Footwell Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Front Sun Visors with Twin Vanity Mirrors | — |
| Audio | Radio/CD Player with Bluetooth, USB, AUX and 4 Speakers | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| 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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NSP151 Facelift 2 vs NSP151 Facelift 3 FAQ
Is the Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 2 or Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 3 better?
The Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 3 is better equipped, with 150 Nm, blind-spot monitoring, pre-collision braking, a 360-degree camera and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. The Facelift 2 is the better value choice if those additions are not essential.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 3 costs RM17,060 more than the Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 2.
Do they have the same engine and safety rating?
Yes. Both use a 1,496 cc naturally aspirated 16-valve DOHC petrol engine with a CVT, produce 105 hp, and have a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating with seven airbags and stability control. The Facelift 3 has 150 Nm versus 140 Nm.
