Verdict
The RM184,700 gap buys a very different hot hatch. The GR Yaris has 296 hp and 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time, against the Swift Sport’s 140 hp, 230 Nm, front-wheel drive and eight seconds. It is also a two-door four-seater with a 174-litre boot. The Swift is the more usable Malaysian daily: five doors, five seats, 265 litres of luggage space and a rated 6.1 L/100 km. Choose the Toyota for serious pace and chassis hardware; choose the Suzuki when access, carrying capacity and running costs matter.
Pick the Suzuki Swift Sport if you want a five-door, five-seat hot hatch with a 265-litre boot, 6AT paddles and rated 6.1 L/100 km economy.
Pick the Toyota GR Yaris if you want 296 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 5.2-second 0-100 km/h sprint, and can live with two doors and four seats.
Key differences
- Price: Suzuki Swift Sport RM130,900; Toyota GR Yaris RM315,600.
- Power and torque: Suzuki Swift Sport 140 hp and 230 Nm; Toyota GR Yaris 296 hp and 400 Nm.
- Driveline and 0-100 km/h: Suzuki Swift Sport front-wheel drive, 8.0 seconds; Toyota GR Yaris all-wheel drive, 5.2 seconds.
- Doors, seats and boot: Suzuki Swift Sport 5 doors, 5 seats, 265 litres; Toyota GR Yaris 2 doors, 4 seats, 174 litres.
- Transmission: Suzuki Swift Sport 6AT with paddle shifts; Toyota GR Yaris 6MT.
- Warranty: Suzuki Swift Sport 3 years/100,000 km; Toyota GR Yaris 5 years/unlimited mileage.
Swift Sport
- Five doors, five seats and a 265-litre boot.
- 6AT with paddle shifts and rated 6.1 L/100 km economy.
- Space-saver spare tyre.
- 140 hp and 230 Nm trail the GR Yaris’ 296 hp and 400 Nm.
- Front-wheel drive and an 8.0-second 0-100 km/h time versus AWD and 5.2 seconds.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or adaptive cruise control.
GR Yaris
- 296 hp, 400 Nm and a 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
- All-wheel drive, Torsen front and rear limited-slip differentials, and double-wishbone rear suspension.
- Pre-collision braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control.
- Two doors and four seats versus the Swift Sport’s five doors and five seats.
- 174-litre boot is 91 litres smaller than the Swift Sport’s 265 litres.
- Tyre repair kit instead of a space-saver spare tyre.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM130,900✓ | RM315,600 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM207 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,373 cc | 1,618 cc |
| Horsepower | 140 hp | 296 hp✓ |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 400 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 73 mm | 87 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.9 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 6AT | 6MT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Toyota |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8 seconds | 5.2 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 6.1 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 205 km/h | 230 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,890 mm | 3,995 mm |
| Width | 1,735 mm | 1,805 mm |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,450 mm | 2,560 mm |
| Weight | 970 kg | 1,280 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 37 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 265 litres✓ | 174 litres |
| Front Tyre | 195/50R16 | 225/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/50R16 | 225/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Yokohama Advan A13C | 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 | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | 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 | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Curtain | 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 for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Driver and Front Passenger | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable, Driver's seat height adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-Folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Front Cabin Light | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 7.0" Touchscreen Radio DVD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth, Navigation and 6 speakers | 7" Touchscreen Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB, HDMI, AUX and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down | Two 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 | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| 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.
Used Swift Sport & GR Yaris for sale
Swift Sport vs GR Yaris FAQ
Is the Suzuki Swift Sport or Toyota GR Yaris better?
The GR Yaris is better for outright performance, with 296 hp, AWD and 5.2-second 0-100 km/h acceleration. The Swift Sport is better for daily practicality, with five doors, five seats, a 265-litre boot and rated 6.1 L/100 km economy.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota GR Yaris costs RM184,700 more than the Suzuki Swift Sport.
Which is more practical for a family?
The Suzuki Swift Sport is the clear choice: it has five doors, five seats and a 265-litre boot. The GR Yaris has two doors, four seats and 174 litres of boot space.
