Verdict
The Toyota Yaris costs RM88,000 to the Mazda 2 Hatchback’s RM103,670, and the RM15,670 gap is hard to ignore. The Mazda is 43 kg lighter, has 114 hp against 105 hp and a 2,570 mm wheelbase, but its 220-litre boot and two airbags fall well behind the Yaris’ 286 litres and seven airbags. The Yaris also brings pre-collision braking, blind spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera. For a Malaysian buyer, Toyota’s larger boot and much fuller safety kit matter more than the Mazda’s nine-hp edge and head-up display.
Pick the Mazda 2 Hatchback if you want the lighter 1,097 kg car, 114 hp output, telescopic steering adjustment and a head-up display.
Pick the Toyota Yaris if you want a RM15,670 saving, a 286-litre boot and seven airbags with pre-collision braking.
Key differences
- Price: Mazda 2 Hatchback RM103,670; Toyota Yaris RM88,000.
- Power: Mazda 2 Hatchback 114 hp at 6,000 rpm; Toyota Yaris 105 hp at 6,000 rpm.
- Boot space: Mazda 2 Hatchback 220 litres; Toyota Yaris 286 litres.
- Airbags: Mazda 2 Hatchback 2; Toyota Yaris 7.
- Wheelbase: Mazda 2 Hatchback 2,570 mm; Toyota Yaris 2,550 mm.
- Weight: Mazda 2 Hatchback 1,097 kg; Toyota Yaris 1,140 kg.
2 Hatchback
- 114 hp and a 1,097 kg kerb weight.
- 2,570 mm wheelbase and telescopic steering.
- Head-up display and 5-year/100,000 km free service.
- Costs RM15,670 more.
- Only two airbags versus the Yaris’ seven.
- 220-litre boot is 66 litres smaller.
Yaris
- Seven airbags, pre-collision braking and blind spot monitoring.
- 286-litre boot and 360-degree reverse camera.
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on a 9.0-inch screen.
- 105 hp is 9 hp down on the Mazda.
- 2,550 mm wheelbase is 20 mm shorter.
- No head-up display or steering reach adjustment.
What the 2 Hatchback has over the Yaris
What the Yaris has over the 2 Hatchback
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
Boot space favours the Yaris: 286 litres against 220.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM103,670 | RM88,000✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,060/mo | RM900/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM2,975 | RM2,568✓ |
| Fuel / year (est.) | RM2,109 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM10.55 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM25,872 | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 114 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 149 Nm at 4,000 rpm | 150 Nm at 4,200 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 74.5 mm × 85.8 mm | 72 mm × 91.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | SkyActiv-Drive | CVT with 7 Speed Sports Sequential Shift |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mazda | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.3 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,065 mm | 4,140 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,475 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm | 2,550 mm |
| Weight | 1,097 kg | 1,140 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 220 litres | 286 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 185/60R16 | 195/50R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/60R16 | 195/50R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop Enasave EC300+ | Toyo Proxes R50 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 24 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 14 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Rear) | — | 14 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloys | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloys | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | G-Vectoring Control Plus | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 4 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 7 (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 | Driver and front passenger only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 7.0" Touchscreen Mazda Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 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 Up and Down with Anti Pinch | 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 Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service | — |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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2 Hatchback vs Yaris FAQ
Is the Mazda 2 Hatchback or Toyota Yaris better?
The Toyota Yaris is the stronger all-round buy: it costs less, carries 66 litres more luggage and has seven airbags, pre-collision braking, blind spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera. Choose the Mazda 2 Hatchback for its 114 hp output, lighter weight and head-up display.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda 2 Hatchback is RM15,670 more expensive than the Toyota Yaris.
Which hatchback has the better safety equipment?
The Toyota Yaris has the better safety specification. It gets seven airbags, pre-collision braking, blind spot monitoring, collision warning and a seatbelt reminder for all seats; the Mazda 2 Hatchback has two airbags and no autonomous braking or blind spot system.
Which one is locally assembled?
The Yaris is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the 2 Hatchback is fully imported (CBU) from Thailand. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.