Verdict
At RM79,800, the Nissan NV200 costs RM10,800 less and carries a huge 4,200 litres of cargo, but its two-seat commercial layout and five-speed manual make it a specialist’s tool. The RM90,600 Toyota Vios is the sensible passenger car: five seats, a 475-litre boot, CVT, 5.2 L/100 km rated economy and six airbags. Its 104 hp and 138 Nm trail the NV200’s 108 hp and 152 Nm, yet the Vios brings 5-star ASEAN NCAP protection, stability control and active safety that matter far more for family use.
Pick the Nissan NV200 if you need a two-seat petrol van with 4,200 litres of cargo space and a lower RM79,800 entry price.
Pick the Toyota Vios if you need five seats, a CVT, 5-star ASEAN NCAP safety and much stronger daily-driver equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan NV200 RM79,800; Toyota Vios RM90,600
- Seats and boot space: Nissan NV200 2 seats and 4,200 litres; Toyota Vios 5 seats and 475 litres
- Rated economy: Nissan NV200 7.14 L/100 km; Toyota Vios 5.2 L/100 km
- Transmission: Nissan NV200 5-speed manual; Toyota Vios CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic
- Safety: Nissan NV200 2 airbags and no stability control; Toyota Vios 6 airbags, stability control and 5-star ASEAN NCAP
- Output: Nissan NV200 108 hp and 152 Nm; Toyota Vios 104 hp and 138 Nm
NV200
- RM10,800 cheaper
- 4,200-litre cargo area
- More torque: 152 Nm versus 138 Nm
- Only 2 seats versus 5
- 5-speed manual versus CVT automatic
- 2 airbags and no stability control versus 6 airbags, stability control and active safety
Vios
- 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating with 6 airbags
- 5.2 L/100 km rated economy
- 9-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Costs RM10,800 more
- 475-litre boot is far smaller than 4,200 litres
- Lower output: 104 hp and 138 Nm versus 108 hp and 152 Nm
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM79,800✓ | RM90,600 |
| Body type | Commercial | Sedan |
| Segment | Commercial | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with continuously variable-valve timing control | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 108 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 152 Nm at 4,400 rpm✓ | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 78 mm × 83.6 mm | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.8 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5MT | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 7.14 L/100 km | 5.2 L/100 km✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,400 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,855 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,725 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,220 kg | 1,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 4,200 litres✓ | 475 litres |
| Front Tyre | 165/R14C | 195/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 165/R14C | 195/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 14" Steel | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 14" Steel | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| 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 | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Brake Assist | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | 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 | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player with 2 Speakers | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit 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 | 3 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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NV200 vs Vios FAQ
Is the Nissan NV200 or Toyota Vios better?
The Toyota Vios is better for most private buyers, with five seats, CVT convenience, 5-star ASEAN NCAP safety and 5.2 L/100 km rated economy. The Nissan NV200 is better only where its 4,200-litre cargo area and two-seat commercial format are required.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Vios costs RM90,600, which is RM10,800 more than the Nissan NV200 at RM79,800.
Which is safer, the Nissan NV200 or Toyota Vios?
The Toyota Vios is decisively safer on these specifications: it has 5-star ASEAN NCAP, six airbags, stability control, pre-collision braking, blind spot information and rear cross traffic alert. The Nissan NV200 has two airbags and ABS/EBD.
