Verdict
These cross-shopped B-segment cars answer different needs. The Almera’s 152 Nm turbo engine, 482-litre boot and RM20 annual road tax favour a five-seat owner covering regular solo or small-family miles; its rated consumption is 5.4 L/100 km. The Veloz costs RM11,112 more, but its 2,750-mm wheelbase comes with seven seats, rear air vents and a much fuller six-airbag safety package. Choose the MPV only if those extra two seats and driver-assistance items will be used.
Pick the Nissan Almera if five seats, a 482-litre boot, 152 Nm of torque and lower running costs matter more than MPV space.
Pick the Toyota Veloz if you need seven seats, rear air vents, six airbags and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan Almera RM83,888; Toyota Veloz RM95,000.
- Annual road tax: Nissan Almera RM20; Toyota Veloz RM120.
- Torque: Nissan Almera 152 Nm; Toyota Veloz 138 Nm.
- Seating: Nissan Almera 5 seats; Toyota Veloz 7 seats.
- Boot space: Nissan Almera 482 litres; Toyota Veloz 137 litres.
- Airbags: Nissan Almera 2; Toyota Veloz 6.
Almera
- 152 Nm turbo torque, 14 Nm more than the Veloz.
- 482-litre boot, 345 litres larger.
- Lower purchase price and RM20 annual road tax.
- Five seats versus the Veloz’s seven.
- Two airbags versus six, with no blind spot information system.
- Manual single-zone air-con and no rear vents.
Veloz
- Seven seats with sliding, reclining and tumble-folding middle-row seats.
- Six airbags, blind spot information system and rear cross traffic alert.
- Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, steering assist and a 360-degree camera.
- 137-litre boot versus the Almera’s 482 litres.
- RM120 annual road tax versus RM20.
- 138 Nm of torque, 14 Nm below the Almera.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM83,888✓ | RM95,000 |
| Body type | Sedan | MPV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM20✓ | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing | 2NR-VE, 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 999 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 99 hp | 105 hp✓ |
| Torque | 152 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 72.2 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Xtronic CVT | D-CVT with Power Mode |
| Gears | 1 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.4 L/100 km | — |
| Co2 | 125 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,495 mm | 4,475 mm |
| Width | 1,740 mm | 1,750 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,090 kg | 1,185 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 35 litres | 43 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 482 litres✓ | 137 litres |
| Front Tyre | 195/65R15 | 205/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/65R15 | 205/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | 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 | Yes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front and Second Row Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflector with Matrix Adaptive Driving Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| 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 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 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB for Second Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio 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, Driver 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Auto Brake Hold |
| 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 Veloz FAQ
Is the Nissan Almera or Toyota Veloz better?
The Nissan Almera is the better pick for five occupants needing a large 482-litre boot, stronger 152 Nm torque and lower road tax. The Toyota Veloz is better when seven seats, six airbags and adaptive cruise control are requirements.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan Almera costs RM83,888 and the Toyota Veloz RM95,000. The Veloz is RM11,112 more expensive.
Which one is better for a larger family?
The Toyota Veloz is the clear choice for a larger family because it has seven seats, a 2,750-mm wheelbase, rear air vents and two rear USB ports for the second row. The Almera is strictly a five-seater.