Verdict
The Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift is the rational used-buy choice at RM70,888: it is RM17,112 cheaper, 30 kg lighter and only gives away 10 Nm, with the same 105 hp 1.5-litre petrol engine, CVT, 42-litre tank and 286-litre boot. The Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 3 earns its extra cost through equipment rather than a wholesale mechanical change, adding 150 Nm, 16-inch wheels, LED lamps, a 360-degree camera and active safety systems. For Malaysian buyers, the newer car’s safety and cabin upgrades are tangible; the older one is the cheaper route to the same basic Yaris package.
Pick the Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift if RM17,112 saved matters more than 16-inch wheels, a 360-degree camera and driver-assistance hardware.
Pick the Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 3 if you want pre-collision braking, blind-spot monitoring and wireless smartphone integration in the newer Yaris.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift RM70,888; Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 3 RM88,000.
- Torque: Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 140 Nm; Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 3 150 Nm.
- Kerb weight: Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 1,110 kg; Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 3 1,140 kg.
- Wheels and tyres: Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 15-inch alloys with 185/60R15 tyres; Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 3 16-inch two-tone alloys with 195/50R16 tyres.
- Headlamps: Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift halogen reflectors; Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 3 LED reflectors.
- Infotainment: Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift radio/CD, Bluetooth, USB, AUX and four speakers; Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 3 9.
NSP151 Facelift
- RM17,112 lower purchase price.
- 30 kg lighter at 1,110 kg.
- Gets cupholder and footwell lights, twin vanity mirrors and remote boot activation.
- Lacks blind-spot monitoring, pre-collision braking and collision warning.
- Halogen headlamps and bulb taillamps replace the newer car’s LED units.
- No reverse camera, paddle shifts or steering audio controls.
NSP151 Facelift 3
- Pre-collision braking, collision warning and blind-spot information system.
- 360-degree camera, folding wing mirrors and rear USB-C ports.
- 16-inch two-tone alloys, LED lighting and a 9.0-inch wireless smartphone-ready touchscreen.
- Costs RM17,112 more.
- 30 kg heavier at 1,140 kg.
- Loses the older car’s cupholder/footwell lighting, twin vanity mirrors and remote boot activation.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM70,888✓ | 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 | 4,145 mm | 4,140 mm |
| Width | 1,730 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Height | 1,500 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 | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflectors | 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 Automatic Climate Control | 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 vs NSP151 Facelift 3 FAQ
Is the Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift or Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 3 better?
The Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 3 is better equipped, with active safety systems, LED lighting, a 360-degree camera and modern infotainment. The Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift is the better value choice if those additions do not justify the RM17,112 gap.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 3 costs RM17,112 more than the Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift.
Does the Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 3 have more power?
No. Both use a 1,496 cc naturally aspirated petrol engine rated at 105 hp and a CVT. The Toyota Yaris NSP151 Facelift 3 has 150 Nm, which is 10 Nm more than the older car’s 140 Nm.
