Verdict
The Aion ES costs RM106,800 to the Toyota Vios’ RM90,600, a RM16,200 step up for a 55.2 kWh battery, 442 km stated range and 136 hp/225 Nm electric motor. It is also substantially larger at 4,810 mm long with a 2,750 mm wheelbase. The Vios counters with a 475-litre boot, 5.2 L/100 km rated consumption and a confirmed five-star ASEAN NCAP rating with six airbags and pre-collision braking. Choose the Aion for EV range and size; choose the Toyota for lower outlay and its clearly detailed safety kit.
Pick the Aion ES if your charging routine suits a 442 km stated EV range and you want the larger 4,810 mm C-segment sedan.
Pick the Toyota Vios if you want to spend RM16,200 less, carry more luggage and have its five-star ASEAN NCAP safety specification confirmed.
Key differences
- Price: Aion ES RM106,800; Toyota Vios RM90,600.
- Powertrain output: Aion ES 136 hp and 225 Nm from one motor; Toyota Vios 104 hp and 138 Nm from its 1,496 cc petrol engine.
- Driving energy: Aion ES has a 55.2 kWh battery and 442 km range; Toyota Vios is rated at 5.2 L/100 km with a 40-litre tank.
- Size: Aion ES is 4,810 mm long, 1,880 mm wide and has a 2,750 mm wheelbase; Toyota Vios is 4,425 mm, 1,740 mm and 2,620 mm.
- Boot space: Aion ES 450 litres; Toyota Vios 475 litres.
- Warranty and road tax: Aion ES has an eight-year/160,000 km warranty and RM70 annual road tax; Toyota Vios has a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and RM90…
ES
- 442 km stated range from a 55.2 kWh battery.
- 136 hp and 225 Nm electric motor output.
- Larger 4,810 mm body and 2,750 mm wheelbase.
- Costs RM16,200 more.
- 450-litre boot is 25 litres smaller.
- Warranty ends at 160,000 km.
Vios
- RM16,200 lower purchase price.
- 475-litre boot and 5.2 L/100 km rated consumption.
- Five-star ASEAN NCAP rating, six airbags and pre-collision braking.
- 104 hp and 138 Nm trail the Aion ES’ 136 hp and 225 Nm.
- Shorter 4,425 mm body and 2,620 mm wheelbase.
- Five-year warranty is shorter than the Aion ES’ eight-year cover.
What the Vios has over the ES
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The ES's wheelbase is 130 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The ES is 140 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM106,800 | RM90,600✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM90 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,090/mo | RM925/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,025 | RM2,635✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,110✓ | RM2,070 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM5.55✓ | RM10.35 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM21,022✓ | RM23,974 |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 8.4 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 65 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 136 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 225 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 55.2 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 442 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 60 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT 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 | 4,810 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,545 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 450 litres | 475 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 195/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 195/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | — | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | — | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17 | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17 | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | — | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | 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 |
| Seat Belts | — | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | — | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | — | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | — | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | — | Single-zone Manual |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | — | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | — | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | — | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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ES vs Vios FAQ
Is the Aion ES or Toyota Vios better?
The Aion ES is better for a buyer committed to EV charging, with 442 km stated range, 136 hp and a larger body. The Toyota Vios is the more rational lower-cost choice, with a bigger boot and detailed five-star ASEAN NCAP safety specification.
What is the price difference?
The Aion ES is RM16,200 more expensive: RM106,800 versus RM90,600 for the Toyota Vios.
Which sedan has the bigger boot?
The Toyota Vios has the bigger boot at 475 litres, beating the Aion ES’ 450 litres by 25 litres.
How long does charging take?
The ES's 55.2 kWh battery takes about 8.4 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 65 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 60 kW peak.
Which one is locally assembled?
The Vios is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the ES is fully imported (CBU) from China. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.
Which has the better warranty?
The ES carries a 8-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the Vios.