Verdict
These are very different tools despite the RM8,288 price gap. The RM98,888 JMC Vigus Pro is a 5,305-mm diesel pickup with 340 Nm, all-wheel drive, an eight-speed automatic and a locking rear differential; it suits buyers who need that hardware. The RM90,600 Toyota Vios is 880 mm shorter, returns a rated 5.2 L/100 km and carries a 475-litre boot. For daily Malaysian commuting, its five-star ASEAN NCAP rating, seven airbags and pre-collision braking make the Vios the more rounded choice. The Vigus counters with much greater pulling torque and a 68-litre tank.
Pick the JMC Vigus Pro if you need a diesel pickup’s 340 Nm, all-wheel drive and locking rear differential more than sedan efficiency and active safety kit.
Pick the Toyota Vios if you want the RM8,288 cheaper, smaller sedan with 5.2 L/100 km economy, a 475-litre boot and seven airbags.
Key differences
- Price: JMC Vigus Pro RM98,888; Toyota Vios RM90,600.
- Torque: JMC Vigus Pro 340 Nm; Toyota Vios 138 Nm.
- Driveline: JMC Vigus Pro all-wheel drive; Toyota Vios front-wheel drive.
- Length: JMC Vigus Pro 5,305 mm; Toyota Vios 4,425 mm.
- Safety airbags: JMC Vigus Pro 2; Toyota Vios 7.
- Fuel tank: JMC Vigus Pro 68 litres; Toyota Vios 40 litres.
Vigus Pro
- 340 Nm 2.0-litre turbodiesel and eight-speed automatic.
- All-wheel drive with a locking rear differential.
- 680 mm longer wheelbase and 68-litre fuel tank.
- Costs RM8,288 more and road tax is RM439 versus RM90.
- Two airbags versus the Vios’ seven, with no pre-collision braking or blind-spot information.
- No rated fuel-consumption figure or stated boot capacity.
Vios
- Rated fuel economy of 5.2 L/100 km.
- Five-star ASEAN NCAP rating, seven airbags and pre-collision braking.
- 475-litre boot, rear air vents and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
- 138 Nm is 202 Nm down on the Vigus Pro.
- Front-wheel drive lacks the Vigus Pro’s all-wheel drive and locking rear differential.
- 40-litre tank is 28 litres smaller than the Vigus Pro’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM98,888 | RM90,600✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Direct Injection | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp✓ | 104 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 | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | —✓ | 5.2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,305 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,905 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,835 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,085 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,995 kg | 1,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 475 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R16 | 195/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R16 | 195/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full-size 16" 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 | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" 2-tone 12-spoke Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Locking Rear Differential | — |
| 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Fixed Backrest | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone | Single-zone Manual |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8" Infotainment Touchscreen with 4 Speakers | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Heated Door Mirrors | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| 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 Vios FAQ
Is the JMC Vigus Pro or Toyota Vios better?
The Toyota Vios is better for most daily use: it costs less, has a 5.2 L/100 km rating, seven airbags and pre-collision braking. Choose the JMC Vigus Pro when its 340 Nm diesel output, all-wheel drive and pickup format are essential.
What is the price difference?
The JMC Vigus Pro costs RM98,888 and the Toyota Vios costs RM90,600, so the Vigus Pro is RM8,288 more expensive. Its annual road tax is also RM439, compared with RM90 for the Vios.
Which has the stronger powertrain?
The JMC Vigus Pro has 139 hp and 340 Nm from a 1,998 cc turbodiesel, sent through an eight-speed automatic. The Toyota Vios has 104 hp and 138 Nm from a 1,496 cc naturally aspirated petrol engine with a CVT.