Verdict
These two serve radically different jobs. At RM98,600, the two-seat Nissan Navara costs RM8,000 more than the RM90,600 five-seat Toyota Vios, but its 2.5-litre diesel produces 161 hp and 403 Nm through a six-speed manual and all-wheel drive. The Vios answers with a 5.2 L/100 km rating, CVT, 475-litre boot and much broader active safety equipment, including pre-collision braking and steering correction. It is also 910 mm shorter and carries RM90 annual road tax against the Navara’s RM830, a substantial difference for urban ownership.
Pick the Nissan Navara if you need a two-seat pickup with 403 Nm of diesel torque, all-wheel drive and an 80-litre fuel tank.
Pick the Toyota Vios if you want five seats, a 475-litre boot, CVT ease and substantially more safety equipment for less money.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan Navara RM98,600; Toyota Vios RM90,600.
- Engine output: Nissan Navara 161 hp and 403 Nm; Toyota Vios 104 hp and 138 Nm.
- Driveline and transmission: Nissan Navara all-wheel drive with 6MT; Toyota Vios front-wheel drive with CVT automatic.
- Accommodation: Nissan Navara 2 doors and 2 seats; Toyota Vios 4 doors and 5 seats.
- Dimensions: Nissan Navara 5,335 mm long with a 3,150 mm wheelbase; Toyota Vios 4,425 mm long with a 2,620 mm wheelbase.
- Safety: Nissan Navara has 2 airbags; Toyota Vios has driver, passenger, front side and front/rear curtain airbags plus stability control.
Navara
- 403 Nm from its 2.5-litre diesel
- All-wheel drive and six-speed manual
- 80-litre fuel tank
- Only 2 doors and 2 seats, against the Vios’ 4 doors and 5 seats
- No stability control, autonomous braking or blind-spot information system
- RM830 annual road tax versus RM90
Vios
- Rated at 5.2 L/100 km
- 475-litre boot and five-seat cabin
- Pre-collision braking, steering correction and 3D panoramic monitor
- 138 Nm trails the Navara’s 403 Nm
- Front-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive
- 40-litre fuel tank is half the Navara’s capacity
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM98,600 | RM90,600✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Common-rail direct injection, Variable Geometry Turbo | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 161 hp✓ | 104 hp |
| Torque | 403 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | 89 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6MT | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Nissan | 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 | 5,335 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,775 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,150 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,828 kg | 1,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 4 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 475 litres |
| Front Tyre | 205R16C | 195/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 205R16C | 195/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler HT | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Spring | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| 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 |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | Single-Zone Manual | 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 | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player, MP3, Bluetooth, AUX Input with 2 Speakers | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two 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 | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 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 | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Multi-info Display | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 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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Navara vs Vios FAQ
Is the Nissan Navara or Toyota Vios better?
The Toyota Vios is the better everyday passenger car, with five seats, a 475-litre boot, CVT and more safety technology. Choose the Nissan Navara only if its pickup body, all-wheel drive and 403 Nm diesel torque suit your work or usage.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan Navara costs RM8,000 more than the Toyota Vios. Its annual road tax is also RM740 higher.
Which has more safety equipment?
The Toyota Vios does. It has side and curtain airbags, stability control, pre-collision braking, steering correction, blind-spot information and rear cross traffic alert. The Nissan Navara has driver and passenger airbags plus ABS/EBD.