Verdict
These sedans serve radically different budgets. The Nissan Almera costs RM83,888 to the Toyota Camry’s RM221,800, a RM137,912 leap that brings 201 hp instead of 99 hp and a 2,825-mm wheelbase against 2,620 mm. The Almera is 425 mm shorter and carries a 5.4 L/100 km rating, so it is the sensible compact choice. The Camry is the more complete long-distance car, but its RM867 annual road tax versus RM20 changes the ownership arithmetic.
Pick the Nissan Almera if lower purchase cost, RM20 road tax, 5.4 L/100 km rated economy and a 60:40 split-folding rear seat matter more than outright performance.
Pick the Toyota Camry if you want 201 hp, a larger 524-litre boot, comprehensive driver assistance and a far richer cabin equipment list.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan Almera RM83,888; Toyota Camry RM221,800.
- Output: Nissan Almera 99 hp and 152 Nm; Toyota Camry 201 hp and 246 Nm.
- Length and wheelbase: Nissan Almera 4,495 mm and 2,620 mm; Toyota Camry 4,920 mm and 2,825 mm.
- Road tax: Nissan Almera RM20 per year; Toyota Camry RM867 per year.
- Wheels and tyres: Nissan Almera 15-inch wheels with 195/65R15 tyres; Toyota Camry 18-inch wheels with 235/45R18 front tyres.
- Boot space and fuel tank: Nissan Almera 482 litres and 35 litres; Toyota Camry 524 litres and 60 litres.
Almera
- 5.4 L/100 km rated fuel economy.
- 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
- 482-litre boot despite its 4,495-mm length.
- 99 hp and 152 Nm trail the Camry’s 201 hp and 246 Nm.
- Only driver and passenger airbags, where the Camry adds front side, driver’s knee and front/rear curtain airbags.
- Manual single-zone air-conditioning and no rear air vents.
Camry
- 201 hp, 246 Nm and an eight-speed automatic.
- Adaptive cruise control, steering correction and blind spot information system.
- 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, plus a nine-speaker JBL system.
- RM867 annual road tax versus the Almera’s RM20.
- Fixed rear seats, where the Almera has a 60:40 split-folding arrangement.
- 1,565 kg weight versus the Almera’s 1,090 kg.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM83,888✓ | RM221,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM20✓ | RM867 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 999 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | 99 hp | 201 hp✓ |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 246 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 72.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 14 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Xtronic CVT | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 1 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 5.4 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | — | 210 km/h |
| Co2 | 125 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,495 mm | 4,920 mm |
| Width | 1,740 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Weight | 1,090 kg | 1,565 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 35 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 482 litres | 524 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 195/65R15 | 235/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/65R15 | Space Saver |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, 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 for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Ottoman Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Fixed Rear Seats |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 1 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual Rear Sun Shades |
| Audio | Radio with 4 Speakers | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 9-speaker JBL Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5 Times 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.
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Almera vs Camry FAQ
Is the Nissan Almera or Toyota Camry better?
The Toyota Camry is better equipped and substantially more powerful, with 201 hp, adaptive cruise control and extensive airbag coverage. The Nissan Almera is the better cost-led choice, with a far lower entry price, RM20 road tax and 5.4 L/100 km rated economy.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Camry costs RM137,912 more than the Nissan Almera. That gap also covers a larger D-segment body, 201 hp, an eight-speed automatic, 18-inch wheels and substantially more safety and cabin equipment.
Which one is easier to live with in town?
The Nissan Almera is 425 mm shorter, 100 mm narrower and 475 kg lighter than the Toyota Camry. It also has a 35-litre tank, compared with 60 litres, although the Camry counters with front and rear parking sensors plus a 360-degree camera.