Verdict
At RM96,600 versus RM103,900, the Toyota Vios Hybrid asks RM7,300 more than the Toyota Vios 1.5G. Both are CKD B-segment sedans with the same 4,425 mm length, 2,620 mm wheelbase, 40-litre tank, six airbags, AEB, five-year warranty and RM90 road tax. The Hybrid adds a 0.8 kWh battery and eCVT, but its listed outputs are lower at 90 hp and 121 Nm against 104 hp and 138 Nm, and boot space drops from 475 to 465 litres. On paper, you are paying for the hybrid drivetrain, not extra size or safety.
Pick the Toyota Vios 1.5G if you want the lower price, higher listed outputs and the bigger 475-litre boot.
Pick the Toyota Vios Hybrid if you specifically want the petrol-hybrid/REV drivetrain and accept the RM7,300 premium.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Vios 1.5G RM96,600; Toyota Vios Hybrid RM103,900
- Power: Toyota Vios 1.5G 104 hp; Toyota Vios Hybrid 90 hp
- Torque: Toyota Vios 1.5G 138 Nm; Toyota Vios Hybrid 121 Nm
- Transmission: Toyota Vios 1.5G CVT automatic; Toyota Vios Hybrid eCVT automatic
- Boot space: Toyota Vios 1.5G 475 litres; Toyota Vios Hybrid 465 litres
- Battery: Toyota Vios 1.5G none listed; Toyota Vios Hybrid 0.8 kWh
1.5G
- RM7,300 cheaper
- Higher 104 hp and 138 Nm outputs
- Larger 475-litre boot
- No hybrid drivetrain
- No 0.8 kWh battery
- Uses a CVT, not an eCVT
Hybrid
- Gets petrol-hybrid/REV hardware
- Has a 0.8 kWh battery
- Same 2,620 mm wheelbase, six airbags and AEB
- Costs RM7,300 more
- Lower listed 90 hp and 121 Nm outputs
- Boot space drops to 465 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM96,600✓ | RM103,900 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 104 hp✓ | 90 hp |
| Torque | 138 Nm✓ | 121 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 72.5 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 79 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 141 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 0.76 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.2 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,425 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,740 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,480 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,035 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 475 litres✓ | 465 litres |
| Front Tyre | 205/50R17 | 195/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/50R17 | 195/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Alloy | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact 6 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 16" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 16" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for 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, Lane Keeping Control, Auto High Beam | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Fixed Bench | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| 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 |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year, Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Hybrid Battery |
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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1.5G vs Hybrid FAQ
Is the Toyota Vios 1.5G or Toyota Vios Hybrid better?
The Toyota Vios 1.5G is the better paper buy: it costs less, has higher listed outputs and a bigger boot. Choose the Hybrid only if the petrol-hybrid drivetrain is the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Vios 1.5G costs RM96,600, while the Toyota Vios Hybrid costs RM103,900. The Hybrid is RM7,300 more expensive.
What does the Toyota Vios Hybrid add over the Toyota Vios 1.5G?
It adds a petrol-hybrid/REV drivetrain, a 0.8 kWh battery and an eCVT automatic. Size, fuel tank capacity, airbags, AEB, warranty and road tax are the same.
