Verdict
These sedans serve very different Malaysian budgets and roads. The Camry’s 201 hp and 246 Nm dwarf the Vios’ 104 hp and 138 Nm, while its 2,825 mm wheelbase and 524-litre boot suit five-up inter-state work better. It also brings adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera and a 12.3-inch screen. The Vios counters with a claimed 5.2 L/100 km, a 1,015 kg kerb weight and just RM90 annual road tax versus RM867. For daily urban use, that running-cost gap matters far more than the Camry’s 8.9-second sprint.
Pick the Toyota Camry if you need the 201 hp 2.5-litre sedan’s stronger performance, larger 524-litre boot and long-distance equipment.
Pick the Toyota Vios if lower purchase and annual running costs matter more than outright power, rear suspension sophistication and luxury kit.
Key differences
- Engine output: Camry 201 hp and 246 Nm; Vios 104 hp and 138 Nm.
- Road tax: Camry RM867 per year; Vios RM90 per year.
- Wheelbase: Camry 2,825 mm; Vios 2,620 mm.
- Boot space: Camry 524 litres; Vios 475 litres.
- Rear suspension: Camry double wishbone; Vios torsion beam.
- Transmission: Camry Direct Shift 8-speed automatic; Vios CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic.
Camry
- 201 hp and 246 Nm from a 2.5-litre petrol engine
- 524-litre boot and 2,825 mm wheelbase
- Adaptive cruise control, head-up display and 9-speaker JBL audio
- RM867 annual road tax versus RM90
- Costs RM131,200 more than the Vios
- 1,565 kg kerb weight versus 1,015 kg
Vios
- Claimed fuel economy of 5.2 L/100 km
- RM90 annual road tax
- Five-star ASEAN NCAP rating, plus 3D panoramic view monitor
- 104 hp and 138 Nm trail the Camry’s 201 hp and 246 Nm
- 475-litre boot is 49 litres smaller
- Manual front-seat adjustment and single-zone manual air-conditioning
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM221,800 | RM90,600✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | D-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM867 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,487 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 201 hp at 6,600 rpm✓ | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 246 Nm at 4,200 rpm✓ | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 87.5 mm × 103.4 mm | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,920 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,445 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,825 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,565 kg | 1,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 524 litres✓ | 475 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/45R18 | 195/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | Space Saver | 195/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005A | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, 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 for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Pre-collision Braking | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Ottoman Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Fixed Rear Seats | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Manual |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual Rear Sun Shades | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 9-speaker JBL Sound System | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, 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 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 | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera | Yes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 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 Camry & Vios for sale
Camry vs Vios FAQ
Is the Toyota Camry or Toyota Vios better?
The Camry is better for performance, boot capacity and equipment, with 201 hp, 524 litres and adaptive cruise control. The Vios is the more rational urban ownership choice, claiming 5.2 L/100 km and carrying only RM90 yearly road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Camry costs RM221,800 and the Toyota Vios costs RM90,600, a difference of RM131,200. That is a major step from a B-segment CKD sedan to a D-segment CBU sedan.
Which has the better safety equipment?
Both have autonomous braking, steering correction lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. The Camry has seven airbags to the Vios’ six, while the Vios carries a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating.
