Verdict
At RM103,670, the Mazda 2 Sedan costs RM13,070 more than the RM90,600 Toyota Vios, yet the Vios brings the more family-useful 475-litre boot against 220 litres, six airbags against two and a much fuller active-safety suite. The Mazda counters with 114 hp and 149 Nm, up from 104 hp and 138 Nm, plus a six-speed conventional automatic rather than a CVT. Fuel use is effectively tied at 5.3 versus 5.2 L/100 km. For most Malaysian buyers, the Vios’ safety, space and price advantage is decisive.
Pick the Mazda 2 Sedan if you want the stronger 114 hp/149 Nm powertrain, six-speed automatic, head-up display and telescopic steering adjustment.
Pick the Toyota Vios if you want to save RM13,070 while gaining six airbags, pre-collision braking, a 475-litre boot and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda 2 Sedan RM103,670; Toyota Vios RM90,600.
- Power and torque: Mazda 2 Sedan 114 hp/149 Nm; Toyota Vios 104 hp/138 Nm.
- Boot space: Mazda 2 Sedan 220 litres; Toyota Vios 475 litres.
- Safety airbags: Mazda 2 Sedan 2; Toyota Vios 6.
- Wheelbase: Mazda 2 Sedan 2,570 mm; Toyota Vios 2,620 mm.
- Warranty mileage: Mazda 2 Sedan 5 years/100,000 km; Toyota Vios 5 years/unlimited mileage.
2 Sedan
- 114 hp and 149 Nm, versus 104 hp and 138 Nm.
- Six-speed conventional automatic with paddle shifts.
- Head-up display and telescopic steering adjustment.
- Costs RM13,070 more.
- 220-litre boot is 255 litres smaller.
- Only two airbags, and it lacks the Vios’ pre-collision braking, blind-spot monitor and rear cross-traffic alert.
Vios
- RM90,600 price saves RM13,070.
- 475-litre boot and 2,620-mm wheelbase.
- Six airbags, pre-collision braking and 3D panoramic-view monitor.
- 104 hp and 138 Nm trail the Mazda’s 114 hp and 149 Nm.
- CVT automatic instead of the Mazda’s six-speed conventional automatic.
- Fixed rear bench, where the Mazda gets 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM103,670 | RM90,600✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 114 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 149 Nm at 4,000 rpm✓ | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 74.5 mm × 85.8 mm | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.3 L/100 km | 5.2 L/100 km✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,340 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,470 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,115 kg | 1,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 220 litres | 475 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 185/60R16 | 195/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/60R16 | 195/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop Enasave EC300+ | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Vectoring Control Plus | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 4 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 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 for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Driver and front passenger only | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Manual |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 7.0" Touchscreen Mazda Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 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 Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service | — |
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.
Used 2 Sedan & Vios for sale
2 Sedan vs Vios FAQ
Is the Mazda 2 Sedan or Toyota Vios better?
The Toyota Vios is the better all-round buy: it is RM13,070 cheaper, has six airbags, active safety equipment and a 475-litre boot. Choose the Mazda 2 Sedan for its stronger 114 hp engine, six-speed automatic and head-up display.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda 2 Sedan costs RM103,670 and the Toyota Vios costs RM90,600, so the Mazda is RM13,070 more expensive.
Which sedan has more boot space and safety equipment?
The Toyota Vios has the larger 475-litre boot versus 220 litres in the Mazda 2 Sedan. It also has six airbags, pre-collision braking, blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert; the Mazda has two airbags.
