Verdict
At RM98,888, the JMC Vigus Pro costs RM3,888 more than the RM95,000 Toyota Veloz, yet the choice is about job scope rather than trim. The JMC brings 340 Nm from its 2.0-litre diesel, all-wheel drive and a locking rear differential, where the Veloz has 138 Nm and front-wheel drive. But the Toyota carries seven people, uses RM120 annual road tax against RM439, and has a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating plus far broader active safety. For Malaysian family use, the Veloz is the clear call; the Vigus Pro suits buyers who genuinely need a pickup’s hardware.
Pick the JMC Vigus Pro if you need 340 Nm, all-wheel drive and a locking rear differential for pickup duties.
Pick the Toyota Veloz if you need seven seats, much lower RM120 road tax and active safety including adaptive cruise control and pre-collision braking.
Key differences
- Price: JMC Vigus Pro RM98,888; Toyota Veloz RM95,000.
- Power and torque: JMC Vigus Pro 139 hp and 340 Nm; Toyota Veloz 105 hp and 138 Nm.
- Driveline: JMC Vigus Pro all-wheel drive; Toyota Veloz front-wheel drive.
- Seating: JMC Vigus Pro five seats; Toyota Veloz seven seats.
- Length: JMC Vigus Pro 5,305 mm; Toyota Veloz 4,475 mm.
- Annual road tax: JMC Vigus Pro RM439; Toyota Veloz RM120.
Vigus Pro
- 340 Nm 2.0-litre turbo-diesel with an eight-speed automatic
- All-wheel drive and locking rear differential
- 68-litre fuel tank and full-size steel spare tyre
- Only five seats to the Veloz's seven
- Two airbags versus the Veloz's seven airbags
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or adaptive cruise control
Veloz
- Seven-seat cabin with versatile split-folding second and third rows
- Five-star ASEAN NCAP rating, seven airbags and Toyota Safety Sense pre-collision braking
- Adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- 138 Nm is well down on the Vigus Pro's 340 Nm
- Front-wheel drive lacks the Vigus Pro's all-wheel drive and locking rear differential
- 43-litre fuel tank is 25 litres smaller than the Vigus Pro's 68 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM98,888 | RM95,000✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | MPV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Direct Injection | 2NR-VE, 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp✓ | 105 hp |
| Torque | 340 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | 86 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.7 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Auto Transmission with Manual Mode | D-CVT with Power Mode |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,305 mm | 4,475 mm |
| Width | 1,905 mm | 1,750 mm |
| Height | 1,835 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,085 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,995 kg | 1,185 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | 43 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 137 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R16 | 205/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R16 | 205/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Bravo All-terrain | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Solid Axle with Leaf Springs | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" 2-tone 12-spoke Alloy | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" 2-tone 12-spoke Alloy | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Locking Rear Differential | Higher suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | Front and Second Row Seats |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Reflector with Matrix Adaptive Driving Beam |
| Taillamps | Bulb | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Fixed Backrest | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Sliding and Recline, Armrest, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Adjustable Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB for Second Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8" Infotainment Touchscreen 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, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Heated Door Mirrors | Auto Brake Hold |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 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.
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Vigus Pro vs Veloz FAQ
Is the JMC Vigus Pro or Toyota Veloz better?
The Toyota Veloz is better for most families: it has seven seats, a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating, seven airbags and extensive driver assistance. The JMC Vigus Pro is better only when a pickup body, 340 Nm diesel torque, all-wheel drive and a locking rear differential are requirements.
What is the price difference?
The JMC Vigus Pro costs RM3,888 more than the Toyota Veloz: RM98,888 versus RM95,000. Its annual road tax is also RM319 higher, at RM439 against RM120.
Which has the stronger safety package?
The Toyota Veloz has the stronger safety package. It gets seven airbags, five-star ASEAN NCAP, pre-collision braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert and adaptive cruise control. The JMC Vigus Pro has two airbags and stability control, but none of those active systems.