Verdict
The RM4,568 gap puts the MG S5 at RM104,468 against RM99,900 for the Toyota Yaris Cross. For that extra money, the MG brings a 168 hp, 250 Nm rear motor, 49 kWh battery and 340 km range, plus 120 kW DC charging, a multi-link rear suspension and seven airbags. The Toyota counters with a 471-litre boot, 18-inch wheels, powered boot and 360-degree camera. Malaysian buyers with dependable charging access will get more performance and warranty cover from the MG; petrol convenience and the larger boot favour the Yaris Cross.
Pick the MG S5 if you can charge regularly and want 168 hp, 250 Nm, 340 km of EV range and a seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty.
Pick the Toyota Yaris Cross if you want a RM4,568 lower entry price, a 471-litre boot, petrol refuelling and a powered boot with a 360-degree camera.
Key differences
- Price: MG S5 RM104,468; Toyota Yaris Cross RM99,900.
- Powertrain: MG S5 168 hp/250 Nm electric motor; Toyota Yaris Cross 105 hp/138 Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine.
- Electric range and charging: MG S5 340 km, 7 kW AC and 120 kW DC; Toyota Yaris Cross has a 42-litre petrol tank.
- Size: MG S5 4,476 mm long with a 2,730 mm wheelbase; Toyota Yaris Cross 4,310 mm and 2,620 mm.
- Boot space: MG S5 453 litres; Toyota Yaris Cross 471 litres.
- Warranty: MG S5 seven years/150,000 km plus an eight-year/180,000 km battery warranty; Toyota Yaris Cross five years/unlimited mileage.
S5
- 168 hp and 250 Nm rear motor with a 7.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 340 km range, 120 kW DC charging and 2.5 kW V2L.
- Multi-link rear suspension, autonomous braking and a driver's knee airbag.
- 453-litre boot is 18 litres smaller than the Toyota's.
- No powered boot, front parking sensors or 360-degree camera.
- 17-inch wheels versus the Toyota's 18-inch alloys.
Yaris Cross
- 471-litre boot, powered boot and 360-degree reverse camera.
- Eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat and ambient lighting.
- 18-inch alloy wheels, front foglamps and a full-size steel spare wheel.
- 105 hp and 138 Nm trail the MG's 168 hp and 250 Nm.
- Five-year vehicle warranty is shorter than the MG's seven-year/150,000 km cover.
- Torsion-beam rear suspension and no autonomous braking listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM104,468 | RM99,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 105 hp |
| Torque | — | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 168 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 49 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 340 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 120 kW | — |
| V2L | 2.5 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.0 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,476 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,849 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,621 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,730 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,150 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 453 litres | 471 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Steel 195/65R16 Tyre |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005 | Toyo Proxes R61 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Black Alloys | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Black Alloys | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee Airbag | 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 On Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Fabric; Six-way Manual Driver Seat, Four-way Manual Passenger Seat | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 1 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6 Speakers | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Battery pack 8-yr/180,000 km; motor control unit 8-yr/160,000 km | — |
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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S5 vs Yaris Cross FAQ
Is the MG S5 or Toyota Yaris Cross better?
The MG S5 is the stronger pick if charging suits your routine: it has 168 hp, 250 Nm, 340 km range and a longer vehicle warranty. Choose the Toyota Yaris Cross for petrol refuelling, a 471-litre boot, powered boot and 360-degree camera.
What is the price difference?
The MG S5 costs RM104,468 and the Toyota Yaris Cross costs RM99,900, so the MG is RM4,568 more expensive.
Which has the larger boot?
The Toyota Yaris Cross has the larger boot at 471 litres, 18 litres more than the MG S5's 453 litres. It also has a powered boot, while the MG uses a manual tailgate.