Verdict
At RM70,242, the Honda Jazz costs RM17,758 less and gives you a far more useful 363-litre boot, 77 litres ahead of the Toyota Yaris. Its 118 hp also beats the Yaris’ 105 hp, while the Jazz is 73 kg lighter. But the RM88,000 Yaris is the serious safety choice: seven airbags, stability control, pre-collision braking, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera versus the Jazz’s two airbags and no stability control. For a Malaysian buyer carrying bulky loads on a tighter budget, the Jazz makes sense; for safety equipment, pay for the Yaris.
Pick the Honda Jazz if you want to save RM17,758, carry more in its 363-litre boot and have 118 hp rather than 105 hp.
Pick the Toyota Yaris if seven airbags, stability control, pre-collision braking and a 360-degree camera matter more than the higher price.
Key differences
- Price: Honda Jazz RM70,242; Toyota Yaris RM88,000.
- Power: Honda Jazz 118 hp; Toyota Yaris 105 hp.
- Boot space: Honda Jazz 363 litres; Toyota Yaris 286 litres.
- Safety: Honda Jazz has 2 airbags and no stability control; Toyota Yaris has 7 airbags and stability control.
- Dimensions: Honda Jazz is 3,955 mm long; Toyota Yaris is 4,140 mm long.
- Wheels: Honda Jazz uses 15-inch alloys with 175/65R15 tyres; Toyota Yaris gets 16-inch two-tone alloys with 195/50R16 tyres.
Jazz
- RM17,758 cheaper.
- 363-litre boot is 77 litres larger.
- 118 hp and 1,067 kg kerb weight versus 105 hp and 1,140 kg.
- Only two airbags, no stability control and a 4-star ASEAN NCAP rating versus the Yaris’ seven airbags, stability control and 5 stars.
- No pre-collision braking, blind-spot monitoring or reverse camera.
- Basic CD/MP3 audio with four speakers; no touchscreen smartphone integration.
Yaris
- Seven airbags, stability control and 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating.
- Pre-collision braking, blind-spot monitoring and 360-degree camera.
- 9.0-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Costs RM17,758 more.
- 286-litre boot is 77 litres smaller.
- 105 hp is 13 hp down on the Jazz, while kerb weight is 73 kg higher.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM70,242✓ | RM88,000 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve SOHC, naturally aspirated with variable intake valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,497 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 118 hp✓ | 105 hp |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | G-Design Shift CVT | CVT with 7 Speed Sports Sequential Shift |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.6 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,955 mm | 4,140 mm |
| Width | 1,694 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Height | 1,524 mm | 1,475 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,530 mm | 2,550 mm |
| Weight | 1,067 kg | 1,140 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 363 litres✓ | 286 litres |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R15 | 195/50R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R15 | 195/50R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Toyo Proxes R50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 4 stars — With 2 airbags with no stability control | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control✓ |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline ULTRA Seats, 60:40 Split-folding, Tip-up Base | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 3 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down only | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Free labour for 1,000 km, 10,000 km, 30,000 km, 50,000 km, 70,000 km and 90,000 km intervals | — |
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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Jazz vs Yaris FAQ
Is the Honda Jazz or Toyota Yaris better?
The Toyota Yaris is better for active safety, with seven airbags, stability control, pre-collision braking and a 360-degree camera. The Honda Jazz is the stronger practical buy if its RM17,758 lower price and 363-litre boot matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Honda Jazz is RM70,242 and the Toyota Yaris is RM88,000, so the Yaris costs RM17,758 more.
Which has the bigger boot, Honda Jazz or Toyota Yaris?
The Honda Jazz has the bigger boot at 363 litres. The Toyota Yaris has 286 litres, a 77-litre deficit, although it retains a 60:40 split-folding rear seat.