Verdict
At RM93,800 against RM99,900, the MG 5 saves RM6,100 and brings a stronger 112 hp/150 Nm 1.5 litre, plus autonomous braking and a sunroof. Its 4,675 mm sedan body is 365 mm longer, but its 401-litre boot trails the Yaris Cross by 70 litres and the one-piece rear backrest limits loading flexibility. The Toyota Yaris Cross is the more practical package: 471 litres, 60:40 rear seats, adaptive cruise control and lane steering correction. Both have six airbags and a 360-degree camera.
Pick the MG 5 if the lower RM93,800 price, 112 hp and 150 Nm output, autonomous braking and sunroof matter more than SUV packaging.
Pick the Toyota Yaris Cross if you want the 471-litre boot, 60:40-folding rear seats, adaptive cruise control and lane steering correction.
Key differences
- Price: MG 5 RM93,800; Toyota Yaris Cross RM99,900.
- Output: MG 5 112 hp and 150 Nm; Toyota Yaris Cross 105 hp and 138 Nm.
- Length: MG 5 4,675 mm; Toyota Yaris Cross 4,310 mm.
- Boot space: MG 5 401 litres; Toyota Yaris Cross 471 litres.
- Cruise control: MG 5 passive cruise control; Toyota Yaris Cross adaptive cruise control.
- Rear seats: MG 5 one-piece folding; Toyota Yaris Cross 60:40 split-folding with centre armrest.
5
- RM6,100 lower purchase price
- 112 hp and 150 Nm, versus 105 hp and 138 Nm
- Autonomous braking and a sunroof
- 401-litre boot is 70 litres smaller
- One-piece rear seat is less flexible than 60:40 split-folding
- Passive cruise control and lane warning only
Yaris Cross
- 471-litre boot with 60:40 split-folding rear seats
- Adaptive cruise control with lane steering correction
- Powered boot and 18-inch wheels
- Costs RM6,100 more
- 105 hp and 138 Nm trail the MG 5
- No autonomous braking or sunroof
What the 5 has over the Yaris Cross
What the Yaris Cross has over the 5
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The 5's wheelbase is 60 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The 5 is 72 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the Yaris Cross: 471 litres against 401.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM93,800✓ | RM99,900 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM120 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM960/mo✓ | RM1,020/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM2,718✓ | RM2,877 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 112 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 150 Nm at 4,500 rpm✓ | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 75 mm × 84.8 mm | 72.5 mm × 91.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | iCVT | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11.5 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,675 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,842 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,480 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,150 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 401 litres | 471 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Steel 195/65R16 Tyre |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Primetra S | Toyo Proxes R61 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 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 Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | One-piece Folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC vent | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Yes | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 3 USB | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down | 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 | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| 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 | 7 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain | — |
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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Is the MG 5 or Toyota Yaris Cross better?
The Toyota Yaris Cross is better for carrying luggage and passengers, with a 471-litre boot, split-folding rear seats, adaptive cruise control and lane steering correction. Choose the MG 5 for lower cost, more power and torque, autonomous braking and a sunroof.
What is the price difference?
The MG 5 costs RM93,800 and the Toyota Yaris Cross costs RM99,900, so the Toyota is RM6,100 more expensive.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Toyota Yaris Cross has the bigger boot at 471 litres, versus 401 litres in the MG 5. It also has 60:40 split-folding rear seats, while the MG 5 uses a one-piece folding backrest.
Which one is locally assembled?
The Yaris Cross is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the 5 is fully imported (CBU) from Thailand. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.
