Verdict
These sedans serve very different budgets. At RM83,888, the Nissan Almera costs RM137,912 less and its 5.4 L/100 km rating plus RM20 annual road tax make the running-cost case clear. The RM221,800 Toyota Camry answers with 201 hp and 246 Nm against 99 hp and 152 Nm, a 2,825 mm wheelbase, seven airbags and a far longer equipment list. Its RM867 road tax is substantial, but Malaysian buyers wanting a larger D-segment sedan, 524-litre boot and driver assistance hardware get tangible gains.
Pick the Nissan Almera if RM83,888 pricing, RM20 annual road tax, a 5.4 L/100 km rated consumption figure and a foldable 60:40 rear seat matter more than outright performance and luxury equipment.
Pick the Toyota Camry if you can fund the RM137,912 premium for 201 hp, seven airbags, adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera and D-segment dimensions.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan Almera RM83,888; Toyota Camry RM221,800.
- Power and torque: Nissan Almera 99 hp/152 Nm; Toyota Camry 201 hp/246 Nm.
- Road tax per year: Nissan Almera RM20; Toyota Camry RM867.
- Wheelbase and boot: Nissan Almera 2,620 mm/482 litres; Toyota Camry 2,825 mm/524 litres.
- Safety: Nissan Almera has 2 airbags; Toyota Camry has 7 airbags.
- Wheels and tyres: Nissan Almera 15-inch wheels with 195/65R15 tyres; Toyota Camry 18-inch wheels with 235/45R18 front tyres.
Almera
- RM137,912 cheaper to buy.
- Rated at 5.4 L/100 km with RM20 annual road tax.
- 60:40 split-folding rear seats and a space-saver spare tyre.
- 99 hp and 152 Nm trail the Camry's 201 hp and 246 Nm.
- Two airbags versus seven, with no blind-spot system or lane-keeping assist.
- No reverse camera, adaptive cruise control or rear air-con vents.
Camry
- 201 hp, 246 Nm and an eight-speed automatic.
- Seven airbags, blind-spot monitoring, steering correction and adaptive cruise control.
- 524-litre boot, dual-zone climate control and a 360-degree camera.
- RM221,800 price is RM137,912 above the Almera.
- RM867 annual road tax versus RM20.
- Fixed rear seats and a tyre repair kit, where the Almera has 60:40 split-folding seats and a space-saver spare.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM83,888✓ | RM221,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM20✓ | RM867 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 999 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | 99 hp at 5,000 rpm | 201 hp at 6,600 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 152 Nm at 2,600 rpm | 246 Nm at 4,200 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 72.2 mm × 81.3 mm | 87.5 mm × 103.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 14 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Xtronic CVT | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 1 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 5.4 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | — | 210 km/h |
| Co2 | 125 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,495 mm | 4,920 mm |
| Width | 1,740 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Weight | 1,090 kg | 1,565 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 35 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 482 litres | 524 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 195/65R15 | 235/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/65R15 | Space Saver |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, 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 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Ottoman Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Fixed Rear Seats |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 1 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual Rear Sun Shades |
| Audio | Radio with 4 Speakers | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 9-speaker JBL Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5 Times 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 Almera & Camry for sale
Almera vs Camry FAQ
Is the Nissan Almera or Toyota Camry better?
The Toyota Camry is the more capable and better-equipped car: 201 hp, seven airbags, adaptive cruise control and a 524-litre boot. The Nissan Almera is the rational choice when purchase price, RM20 road tax and its 5.4 L/100 km rating carry more weight.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Camry costs RM221,800 and the Nissan Almera costs RM83,888, so the gap is RM137,912. That money brings a larger D-segment body, 201 hp, seven airbags and substantially more cabin technology in the Camry.
Which one is cheaper to run on road tax and fuel?
The Almera has a clear road-tax advantage at RM20 per year versus RM867 for the Camry. It also has a rated fuel consumption of 5.4 L/100 km; no rated consumption figure is stated for the Camry.
