Car Buyer's Guide

Dongfeng Box vs Toyota Vios

Dongfeng Box

Dongfeng Box

Toyota Vios

Toyota Vios

Verdict

The Vios has a 31% bigger boot, the Vios is about 10% cheaper, while the Vios is 10% more powerful. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

Price & overview
PriceRM 100,700RM 90,600
Body typeHatchbackSedan
SegmentB-SegmentB-Segment
AssemblyCBUCKD
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing
Capacity1,496 cc
Horsepower104 hp
Torque138 Nm
Cylinder ArrangementInline
Timing TypeChain
FuelElectricPetrol
Bore72.5 mm
Compression Ratio11.5
Number of Motors1
Motor Horsepower94 hp
Motor Torque160 Nm
Battery TypeLithium-ion Phosphate
Battery Capacity31.45 kWh
EV Range330 km
Charger Type (AC)Type 2
Charging Rate (AC)6.6 kW
Charger Type (DC)CCS
Drivetrain
TransmissionSingle Ratio AutomaticCVT Automatic
Transmission NameCVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic
Transmission ManufacturerAkashi Kikai
DrivelineFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
Rated Economy5.2 L/100 km
Top Speed140 km/h180 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,020 mm4,425 mm
Width1,810 mm1,740 mm
Height1,570 mm1,480 mm
Wheelbase2,650 mm2,620 mm
Weight1,342 kg1,015 kg
Fuel Tank40 litres
Doors54
Seats55
Boot Space326 litres475 litres
Front Tyre215/55R17195/60R16
Rear Tyre215/55R17195/60R16
Spare TyreTyre Repair KitFull-size 16" Alloy
Factory TyresWanli Harmonic PlusToyo Proxes CR1
Chassis
AssemblyChina (CBU)Malaysia (CKD)
ChassisUnibodyUnibody
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutsMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionTorsion BeamTorsion Beam
Front Wheels17" Steel Wheels16" Alloy
Rear Wheels17" Steel Wheels16" Alloy
Front BrakesVentilated DiscsVentilated Disc
Rear BrakesSolid DiscsDrum
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Crash Safety Ratings
ASEAN NCAP5 stars
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Front PassengerDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockManual For Rear DoorsManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable On Outer Two Rear SeatsAvailable on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYes, Pre-collision Braking
Lane-keeping AssistNoSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsAll Seats
Safety NotesFront Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Lighting
HeadlampsLED ProjectorsLED Reflector
TaillampsLED CombinationLED Combination
LED Daytime Running Lights
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsManual AdjustableManual Adjustable
Rear SeatsOne-piece FoldingFixed Bench
Front Air-conSingle-zone Automatic Climate ControlSingle-zone Manual
Rear Air-conRear Vents
Power Sockets1 Front, 1 USB1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB
Interior LightingMap Lights and Ambient LightingMap Lights
Cup Holders2 Front2 Front, 2 Rear
Audio12.8" Touchscreen9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up & DownFour Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal)Keyless Push Button
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Boot OperationRemote Control ActivationRemote Control Activation
Parking Sensor Front2 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear3 Sensors4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYesYes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor
Auto ParkingYes
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorElectroluminescent Analogue
Parking BrakeElectronicHandbrake
Convenience NotesQi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder
Warranty
Warranty Mileage ManufacturerUnlimitedUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer6 years5 years
Warranty Notes8-year/unlimited mileage Battery Warranty
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM 50RM 90

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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