2020 Toyota Vios facelift now open for booking – LED headlamps standard; AEB, LDA available; from RM76k

2020 Toyota Vios facelift now open for booking – LED headlamps standard; AEB, LDA available; from RM76k

UMW Toyota Motor has officially announced the start of order taking for the new Toyota Vios facelift, shortly after the company did the same for the refreshed Yaris. Just like the hatchback, the sedan will be offered in three variants, including the J, E and G.

Estimated prices start at RM75,701 for the base J, RM85,674 for the mid-spec E, and RM89,232 for the range-topping G variant. Compared to the outgoing model, the J is now cheaper by RM400, while the E and G are priced higher by RM5,600 and RM3,100, respectively. It should also be noted that the entire facelifted Vios range is priced higher when compared to the Yaris, which has an estimated starting price of RM71,688.

The standard factory warranty is five years with unlimited mileage, and all estimated prices are on-the-road excluding insurance, but factors in the 2020 sales tax exemption by the government. The sedan gets maximum SST exemption, as it is locally assembled (CKD) in Bukit Raja, Klang.

In terms of styling changes, the Vios will get the same front end as its hatchback sibling, with the main grille and lower intake merged together to form a large mouth, finished in black. There’s also a new bumper with redesigned fog lamp section, while the headlamps are now triple-bezel LED units that have a follow-me-home function and DRLs.

2020 Toyota Vios facelift now open for booking – LED headlamps standard; AEB, LDA available; from RM76k

The fancier headlamps are standard across the entire J, E and G range, and represent a major step up from the previous halogen projectors used. Additionally, the car seen in these photos is the G variant with an optional RM2,800 aerokit, which adds on front and rear bumper lips, side skirts and a boot lid lip spoiler.

The eye-grabbing hue you see here is Orange Metallic, one of five available colours for the Vios, with others being Platinum White Pearl, Dark Blue Metallic, Red Mica Metallic and Silver Metallic. Interestingly, the Yaris has a smaller selection compared to the sedan, as it misses out on the orange and dark blue finishes.

Available interior equipment for the Vios includes automatic air-conditioning, an Optitron meter panel with colour multi-info display, an electrochromic rear-view mirror (new), paddle shifters, drive mode switch, a larger 7.0-inch touchscreen head with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support, and UMWT’s Vehicle Telematics System is now standard on the E and G variants. A wireless charger (an add-on in the centre console box) is also available.

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Like the Yaris, the facelifted Vios also gains the Toyota Safety Sense suite of safety and driver assistance systems. The suite includes pre-collision system (PCS), which works from 15 km/h, using a camera and radar to warn the driver and provide autonomous emergency braking. There’s also lane departure alert (LDA) that warns the driver of unintended lane changes, working from 50 km/h.

These systems are in addition to the new 3D 360-degree panoramic view monitor, VSC, hill start assist control, blind spot monitor with rear-cross traffic alert and front/rear digital video recorders. The seven airbags (dual front, side, curtain, driver’s knee) that were already offered previously should be carried over as well.

Under the bonnet, the Vios should soldier on with a 2NR-FE 1.5 litre Dual VVT-i four-cylinder engine rated at 107 PS and 140 Nm of torque, mated to a CVT with a seven-speed Shiftmatic mode driving the front wheels.

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Originating from the corporate world with a background in finance and economics, Gerard’s strong love for cars led him to take the plunge into the automotive media industry. It was only then did he realise that there are more things to a car than just horsepower count.

 

Comments

  • Yesss on Nov 16, 2020 at 3:29 pm

    Yesss this is much better than the ugly previous one.

    Well-loved. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 56 Thumb down 5
  • LIKE: Vios and Yaris
    DISLIKE: City and City Hatchback

    Well-loved. Like or Dislike: Thumb up 83 Thumb down 23
  • M & B on Nov 16, 2020 at 3:30 pm

    Nice

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 30 Thumb down 3
  • Jia Ren on Nov 16, 2020 at 3:31 pm

    Bring it on!

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 12 Thumb down 1
  • Chow Wei Zhen on Nov 16, 2020 at 3:32 pm

    Beauty Design with Toyota Safety Sense. Great job Toyota

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 34 Thumb down 4
  • Not Toyota Fan on Nov 16, 2020 at 3:35 pm

    No turbo no buy. Same same no differents,

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 18 Thumb down 63
    • Bad quality and No ADAS/BSM, no buy in which only for Honda City for all variants that don’t have ADAS/BSM (except for City Premium), except for RS unlike this. Turbo not that important sometimes. But quality must be good.

      Like or Dislike: Thumb up 33 Thumb down 2
    • No 5 years free service no buy

      Like or Dislike: Thumb up 2 Thumb down 1
      • Nowadays, every car manufacturers in Bolehland are implementing 5 years service.

        Like or Dislike: Thumb up 6 Thumb down 0
  • Well, sporty look. Im still waiting to bring Vios GR Sport and Fortuner 2.8

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 28 Thumb down 3
  • The rock on Nov 16, 2020 at 3:43 pm

    Very excited, let’s rock on

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 37 Thumb down 2
  • powerbank on Nov 16, 2020 at 3:49 pm

    Toyota all the way

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 28 Thumb down 8
    • Brian on Nov 16, 2020 at 10:12 pm

      All the way into the workshop with broken fuel pumps.

      Like or Dislike: Thumb up 5 Thumb down 38
      • Ahn Se-ra on Nov 20, 2020 at 8:47 pm

        Broken fuel pumps? There is non of the problems with my vios so far. So are you saying honda also got problem, could be bro.

        Like or Dislike: Thumb up 15 Thumb down 0
  • Yamseng on Nov 16, 2020 at 3:50 pm

    This facelift looks better

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 20 Thumb down 2
  • Tiger Golf on Nov 16, 2020 at 3:57 pm

    Well, Toyota have managed to improve their issues for mechanical and adding more safety features. Great job UMW Toyota.

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 18 Thumb down 3
  • More fiercer than pre-facelift vios

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 17 Thumb down 2
  • Blue-ray on Nov 16, 2020 at 4:08 pm

    Nice car

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 27 Thumb down 2
  • Good

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 13 Thumb down 1
  • Hodder on Nov 16, 2020 at 4:13 pm

    So fantastic and even more better as also come out with Apple CarPlay and AndroidAuto. And now with RM76k, slightly cheaper than City

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 14 Thumb down 3
    • City is cheaper than Vios.City price start RM74k.But this Vios is much better than City.City have spacious cabin n boot and power engine while this Vios have a modern technology advanced safety n others.

      Like or Dislike: Thumb up 4 Thumb down 2
      • Vios price range is obviously same price range as City. But for specs, Vios is much better than City

        Like or Dislike: Thumb up 13 Thumb down 1
  • island on Nov 16, 2020 at 4:18 pm

    More modern and great looker

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 8 Thumb down 2
  • azrai on Nov 16, 2020 at 4:32 pm

    Built to exceed reasonable profit

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 18 Thumb down 1
  • Venza on Nov 16, 2020 at 4:34 pm

    Impressive

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 11 Thumb down 1
  • Finally, already woke up for reducing prices. Well done

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 13 Thumb down 2
  • “Android Auto will be available when the service is officially launched in Malaysia”
    Basically meant those bashers that bash Proton for not having Android Auto with GKUI have to eat their spit and vomit, hahaha!!!!

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 16 Thumb down 18
    • Newme on Nov 17, 2020 at 8:32 am

      They can have it when available in Msia. Your china brand can ke?

      Like or Dislike: Thumb up 2 Thumb down 3
      • AA has been around since 2015, that is more than 5 years ago and to date there is no indication from Google it would launch in this region any time. How long you wanna wait? Until China player gets AI with more intuitive than AA?

        Like or Dislike: Thumb up 1 Thumb down 0
    • MeiLi on Nov 17, 2020 at 9:38 am

      Even though hasnt launch, we CAN use Android Auto in Malaysia. Dont u know, bro?

      Like or Dislike: Thumb up 5 Thumb down 4
      • Without being official here, there is NO WAY to use AA since Google has geo-locked from download in this region. Are you suggesting to use Jack Sparrow way? Isn’t that ILLEGAL?

        Like or Dislike: Thumb up 2 Thumb down 1
        • Ongtk on Nov 18, 2020 at 12:56 pm

          Android Auto is available on your device if it is running Android 10 and above. I used to download the Android Auto app from APK website. Now, I get updates for the app pushed to my device. Before this, I need to get the latest from the APK website.

          Like or Dislike: Thumb up 0 Thumb down 0
        • Android User on Nov 18, 2020 at 2:55 pm

          Android Auto is a free app & it’s not illegal to sideload Android Auto yourself, except for commercial purpose.

          Like or Dislike: Thumb up 1 Thumb down 0
  • Inspiron 13 on Nov 16, 2020 at 5:00 pm

    Wonderful specs

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 11 Thumb down 2
  • Proton oh Proton on Nov 16, 2020 at 5:19 pm

    Increase safety with pricetag… Good job UMW.

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 6 Thumb down 1
  • Janji ada AEB
    Like Aruz, Almera Turbo, Myvi, Bezza, Axia

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 16 Thumb down 2
    • Brian on Nov 16, 2020 at 10:14 pm

      *Driver remains solely responsible at all times for safe driving

      Like or Dislike: Thumb up 7 Thumb down 0
    • City RS have Honda Sense

      Like or Dislike: Thumb up 3 Thumb down 3
      • Copy and Paste II on Nov 17, 2020 at 5:02 pm

        Copy and Paste II: “Honda City for all variants that don’t have ADAS/BSM (except for City Premium), except for RS unlike this.“

        Like or Dislike: Thumb up 10 Thumb down 1
  • Safety sense suite works under 15km/h or 50km/h depending on what type but overall Vios drivers drive like as though they are driving a red ferrari.

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 13 Thumb down 2
    • But examples, in traffic lights the safety sense can stop the car from collision in the front,so its work.But in highway,what kind of people Malaysian drive 15km km/h or 50km/h.

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  • dong gor on Nov 16, 2020 at 6:23 pm

    woohoo, Toyota continues to raise their car prices. This will make them stand out from the other Japanese friends…not only in price, but also the sales number!!!

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 5 Thumb down 23
  • Swindon on Nov 16, 2020 at 6:31 pm

    Reliability, more features and advanced safety system, better than before

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 11 Thumb down 1
  • Camel on Nov 16, 2020 at 6:38 pm

    Beautiful design

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 6 Thumb down 0
  • Now, no more boring car. That’s how come with excellent specs

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 15 Thumb down 0
  • S-VPAM on Nov 16, 2020 at 6:53 pm

    Love it! Very stylish and superior

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 11 Thumb down 0
  • Ah Tu on Nov 16, 2020 at 6:54 pm

    Waaa now ah beng can flex their led lights oledy

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 6 Thumb down 0
  • bring the GR Yaris please ^^

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 17 Thumb down 1
  • I just wonder why Toyota vios can be so cheap!
    Despite more features compare to my car which was bought 10 years ago, plus the riggit depreciation, vios price almost the same !

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 5 Thumb down 0
    • You had been paying for an overpriced car 10 years ago. Now the pressure is onto them, they had to give more features thereby reducing their ridiculous profit margin earned from you 10 years ago.

      Like or Dislike: Thumb up 3 Thumb down 1
  • Ben Yap on Nov 17, 2020 at 8:11 am

    performance still cannot beat the honda city.

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 1 Thumb down 17
  • alyy8128 on Nov 17, 2020 at 8:20 am

    The slogan…… “Built to exit.”

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 3 Thumb down 14
  • Same L0rr on Nov 17, 2020 at 9:14 am

    The most good RV in Toyota variant..

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 6 Thumb down 0
  • Monana on Nov 17, 2020 at 9:44 am

    Hope Toyota Malaysia realize that in Corolla, we only get Blindspot Monitor WITHOUT rear-cross traffic alert. In cheaper Vios and Yaris, these cars got both blind spot monitor AND rear-cross traffic alert.

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    • Safety Comes First on Nov 17, 2020 at 6:58 pm

      Yo, rear cross traffic alert also very important. Safety Comes First

      Like or Dislike: Thumb up 5 Thumb down 0
  • Sky High on Nov 17, 2020 at 9:45 am

    Important is reliability that could run longer

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 5 Thumb down 0
  • Liking the look better. Toyota/UMW needs this to stay afloat in increasingly competitive market.

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 1 Thumb down 0
  • Koala on Nov 17, 2020 at 11:06 am

    Feel better and comfort

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 1 Thumb down 0
  • Mcdowell on Nov 17, 2020 at 11:28 am

    Really wanna to drive….cool

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 3 Thumb down 0
  • Will auto cruise available with latest facelift?

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    • EJazz on Nov 18, 2020 at 9:38 am

      I’m wondering the same thing. The only deal breaker for me for the Vios and the Yaris was the lack of cruise control. Willing to let go of the pedal shifters and the 3D surround view camera system in favour of cruise control to ease long distance driving.

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      • Even without cruise control, pedal shifters would be more benefit to use. But 360 degree camera is still on priority for safety and asking to remove 360 degree camera, not really good idea bro.

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  • seancorr (Member) on Nov 17, 2020 at 5:59 pm

    The Empire Strikes Back

    Like or Dislike: Thumb up 9 Thumb down 0
  • Michael Boey on Dec 03, 2020 at 2:26 pm

    Good in design suits for the younger generation trend,
    Cheer to Toyota best design car for younger generation.
    When drive Toyota Vios feel age are young beginning of 20 years old.

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  • X50winner on Dec 17, 2020 at 9:23 pm

    X50 likes
    Vios dislike

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