Verdict
The Lexus LBX costs RM238,888, RM76,712 below the Toyota GR Yaris at RM315,600, and makes far more sense as the daily Malaysian car: five doors, five seats and a 315-litre boot against the Yaris’ two doors, four seats and 174 litres. Its hybrid system is not a performance substitute, though; 0-100 km/h takes 9.6 seconds versus 5.2 seconds. The GR Yaris brings 296 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and a six-speed manual for drivers who will use them. For family duties, the LBX’s rear vents and powered front seats matter more.
Pick the Lexus LBX if you need five-seat practicality, a 315-litre boot and hybrid-assisted daily use for RM76,712 less.
Pick the Toyota GR Yaris if 296 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and a six-speed manual matter more than rear-seat and boot space.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LBX RM238,888; Toyota GR Yaris RM315,600.
- Performance: Lexus LBX 0-100 km/h in 9.6 seconds; Toyota GR Yaris in 5.2 seconds.
- Power and torque: Lexus LBX 90 hp and 120 Nm engine output; Toyota GR Yaris 296 hp and 400 Nm.
- Driveline and transmission: Lexus LBX front-wheel drive eCVT; Toyota GR Yaris all-wheel drive six-speed manual.
- Practicality: Lexus LBX has five doors, five seats and 315 litres of boot space; Toyota GR Yaris has two doors, four seats and 174 litres.
- Dimensions: Lexus LBX is 4,190 mm long with a 2,580 mm wheelbase; Toyota GR Yaris is 3,995 mm long with a 2,560 mm wheelbase.
LBX
- RM76,712 cheaper with RM120 annual road tax versus RM207.
- Five doors, five seats and a 315-litre boot.
- Power-adjustable front seats with driver memory, rear air-con vents and 64-colour ambient lighting.
- 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time trails the GR Yaris’ 5.2 seconds.
- Front-wheel drive eCVT lacks the GR Yaris’ all-wheel drive and six-speed manual.
- Torsion-beam rear suspension versus the GR Yaris’ double-wishbone rear setup.
GR Yaris
- 296 hp and 400 Nm from its 1.6-litre turbo engine.
- All-wheel drive, Torsen front and rear limited-slip differentials and selectable torque split.
- 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time and 230 km/h top speed.
- RM315,600 price is RM76,712 higher.
- Two doors, four seats and a 174-litre boot versus the LBX’s five doors, five seats and 315 litres.
- Manual front seats and no rear air-con vents.
What the LBX has over the GR Yaris
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
Boot space favours the LBX: 315 litres against 174.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM238,888✓ | RM315,600 |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM207 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM2,440/mo✓ | RM3,220/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM6,491✓ | RM8,485 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated, Atkinson cycle with variable valve timing | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,490 cc | 1,618 cc |
| Horsepower | 90 hp at 5,500 rpm | 296 hp at 6,200 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 120 Nm at 3,600 rpm | 400 Nm at 3,250 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 80.5 mm × 97.6 mm | 87 mm × 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 93 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 185 Nm | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | E-CVT | 6MT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Toyota |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 seconds | 5.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 230 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,190 mm | 3,995 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm | 1,805 mm |
| Height | 1,550 mm | 1,455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,580 mm | 2,560 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,280 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 315 litres✓ | 174 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop Enasave ECC300+ | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion beam | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Torsen Front and Rear Limited-slip Differential, Performance-tuned Springs, Dampers and Steering, User-selectable Torque Split, Rev Matching |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Cushion Bag) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 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 | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with nanoe Ioniser | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 4 USB-C Ports, 2 12V sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 9.8" Multimedia Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 7" Touchscreen Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB, HDMI, AUX and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year, unlimited mileage warranty on hybrid battery | — |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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LBX vs GR Yaris FAQ
Is the Lexus LBX or Toyota GR Yaris better?
The Lexus LBX is better for daily practicality, carrying five people and luggage. The Toyota GR Yaris is decisively better for performance, with 296 hp, all-wheel drive and a 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota GR Yaris costs RM76,712 more than the Lexus LBX: RM315,600 against RM238,888.
Which has more usable cabin and luggage space?
The Lexus LBX does. It has five doors, five seats and a 315-litre boot, while the Toyota GR Yaris has two doors, four seats and 174 litres of boot space.
