Verdict
The RM31,140-cheaper Volkswagen Tayron makes the stronger family case in Malaysia: it brings seven seats, a sliding and split-folding second row, a third row and just RM120 annual road tax. Its 250 Nm arrives at 1,500 rpm, too. But the Toyota Camry is the sharper five-seat choice, with 201 hp, an 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time and a far larger 524-litre boot. The Tayron’s 345-litre boot is the compromise for its extra row. Choose by passenger needs, because the Camry’s RM867 road tax and higher price are substantial running-cost penalties.
Pick the Toyota Camry if you want the quicker 201-hp sedan with a 524-litre boot, head-up display and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Pick the Volkswagen Tayron if you need seven seats, flexible split-folding rear rows, richer front-seat features and much lower RM120 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Camry RM221,800; Volkswagen Tayron RM190,660.
- Performance: Toyota Camry 201 hp and 8.9 seconds from 0-100 km/h; Volkswagen Tayron 148 hp and 9.6 seconds.
- Seating: Toyota Camry 5 seats; Volkswagen Tayron 7 seats.
- Boot space: Toyota Camry 524 litres; Volkswagen Tayron 345 litres.
- Road tax: Toyota Camry RM867 per year; Volkswagen Tayron RM120 per year.
- Warranty: Toyota Camry 5 years unlimited mileage; Volkswagen Tayron 2 years unlimited mileage.
Camry
- 201 hp and 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- 524-litre boot
- Head-up display and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty
- Costs RM31,140 more and has RM867 annual road tax versus RM120
- Only five seats with fixed rear seats
- Seven airbags versus the Tayron’s nine
Tayron
- Seven seats with sliding, split-folding second row and folding third row
- 12-way front seats with ventilation and massage
- Nine airbags, auto parking and powered hands-free boot
- 148 hp and 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time trail the Camry
- 345-litre boot is 179 litres smaller
- Two-year unlimited-mileage warranty versus five years
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM221,800 | RM190,660✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM867 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable intake valve timing with 48-volt MHEV assistance |
| Capacity | 2,487 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 201 hp at 6,600 rpm✓ | 148 hp |
| Torque | 246 Nm at 4,200 rpm | 250 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 87.5 mm × 103.4 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic | 7-speed Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) |
| Gears | 8 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 seconds✓ | 9.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,920 mm | 4,792 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,852 mm |
| Height | 1,445 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,825 mm | 2,790 mm |
| Weight | 1,565 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 524 litres✓ | 345 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/45R18 | 235/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | Space Saver | 235/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005A | Hankook Ventus evoSUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Napoli Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Napoli Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Dynamic Chassis Control Pro |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain) | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front & Rear Side Bags, Curtain Airbags & Front Centre Airbag) |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Front Passenger Seat and 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Pre-collision Braking | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| 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 | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | Fixed Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-Folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-Folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Back Row |
| Sun Shade | Manual Rear Sun Shades | Manual Rear Window Blinds |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 9-speaker JBL Sound System | 12.9" Discover Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 8-speaker Volkswagen Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, 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 Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| 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✓ | 2 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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Camry vs Tayron FAQ
Is the Toyota Camry or Volkswagen Tayron better?
The Tayron is better for a larger family because it has seven seats and flexible rear rows. The Camry is better for five occupants who prioritise acceleration, a 524-litre boot and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Camry costs RM221,800 and the Volkswagen Tayron costs RM190,660, so the Camry is RM31,140 more expensive.
Which has lower annual road tax?
The Volkswagen Tayron has lower annual road tax at RM120, compared with RM867 for the Toyota Camry. That is a RM747 yearly difference.
