Verdict
At RM100,000, the Dongfeng Box costs RM5,000 more than the RM95,000 Toyota Veloz, but brings EV running hardware: a 42.3-kWh battery, 430-km range, 70-kW DC charging and 3.6-kW V2L. Its RM50 annual road tax also halves the Veloz’s RM120. The Veloz is the practical family choice, with seven seats, a 2,750-mm wheelbase and rear air vents. It also has six airbags against the Box’s two. Choose the Box for five-seat electric commuting; choose the Veloz when carrying more people matters.
Pick the Dongfeng Box if a 430-km EV range, 70-kW DC charging and 3.6-kW V2L matter more than having seven seats.
Pick the Toyota Veloz if you need seven seats, rear air vents and six airbags for RM5,000 less.
Key differences
- Price: Dongfeng Box RM100,000; Toyota Veloz RM95,000.
- Powertrain: Dongfeng Box has a 94-hp, 160-Nm motor and 42.3-kWh battery; Toyota Veloz has a 105-hp, 138-Nm 1,496-cc petrol engine.
- Seating and boot space: Dongfeng Box has 5 seats and 326 litres; Toyota Veloz has 7 seats and 137 litres.
- Wheelbase: Dongfeng Box 2,660 mm; Toyota Veloz 2,750 mm.
- Airbags: Dongfeng Box has 2; Toyota Veloz has 6.
- Annual road tax: Dongfeng Box RM50; Toyota Veloz RM120.
Box
- 430-km EV range from a 42.3-kWh battery
- 70-kW DC charging and 3.6-kW V2L
- 326-litre boot and 360-degree camera with auto parking
- Five seats versus the Veloz’s seven
- Two airbags versus the Veloz’s six
- No rear air vents
Veloz
- Seven seats with sliding, reclining and split-folding rear rows
- Six airbags, blind-spot monitoring and rear cross traffic alert
- Rear air vents, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 137-litre boot versus the Box’s 326 litres
- RM120 annual road tax versus RM50
- No V2L or auto parking
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,000 | RM95,000✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | MPV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM50✓ | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 2NR-VE, 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 105 hp |
| Torque | — | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 94 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 160 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 42.3 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 430 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 70 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.6 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | D-CVT with Power Mode |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,030 mm | 4,475 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,750 mm |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,660 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,342 kg | 1,185 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 43 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 326 litres✓ | 137 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 205/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 205/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Wanli Harmonic Plus | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Higher suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger | 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front and Second Row Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Reflector with Matrix Adaptive Driving Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | One-piece Folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Sliding and Recline, Armrest, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Adjustable Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB for Second Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Auto Brake Hold |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Limited to the first owner only; 8-year/unlimited mileage battery warranty | — |
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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Box vs Veloz FAQ
Is the Dongfeng Box or Toyota Veloz better?
The Veloz is better for larger families because it has seven seats, rear air vents and six airbags. The Box is better for buyers prioritising EV use, with 430 km of range, 70-kW DC charging and 3.6-kW V2L.
What is the price difference?
The Dongfeng Box costs RM100,000 and the Toyota Veloz costs RM95,000, so the Box is RM5,000 more expensive.
Which is better for seven people?
The Toyota Veloz. It has seven seats, including a 50:50 split-folding last row, while the Dongfeng Box has five seats.