Verdict
At RM59,800, the Proton Exora costs RM35,200 less and brings a 138 hp, 205 Nm 1.6-litre turbo engine, giving it 33 hp and 67 Nm over the Toyota Veloz. The RM95,000 Veloz answers with a much fuller safety brief: six airbags, stability control, 5-star ASEAN NCAP and Toyota Safety Sense pre-collision braking. It is also 262 kg lighter, has a 20 mm longer wheelbase and modern conveniences from adaptive cruise control to a 360-degree camera. For a budget-led seven-seater, the Exora remains clear; for family safety and equipment, choose the Veloz.
Pick the Proton Exora if RM35,200 in savings, 205 Nm of turbo torque and a wider 1,809 mm body matter more than advanced safety systems and newer cabin tech.
Pick the Toyota Veloz if you want six airbags, 5-star ASEAN NCAP, Toyota Safety Sense and a 360-degree camera in your seven-seat MPV.
Key differences
- Price: Proton Exora RM59,800; Toyota Veloz RM95,000.
- Output: Exora 138 hp and 205 Nm; Veloz 105 hp and 138 Nm.
- Kerb weight: Exora 1,447 kg; Veloz 1,185 kg.
- Safety: Exora has two airbags and no stability control; Veloz has six airbags and stability control.
- Wheelbase: Exora 2,730 mm; Veloz 2,750 mm.
- Fuel tank: Exora 55 litres; Veloz 43 litres.
Exora
- RM35,200 cheaper
- 138 hp and 205 Nm turbo engine
- Wider 1,809 mm body and 55-litre fuel tank
- Only two airbags versus the Veloz's six
- No stability control, autonomous braking or blind-spot monitoring
- No reverse camera, adaptive cruise control or smartphone-integrated touchscreen
Veloz
- Six airbags, stability control and 5-star ASEAN NCAP
- Toyota Safety Sense pre-collision braking and adaptive cruise control
- 360-degree camera, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Costs RM35,200 more
- 105 hp and 138 Nm trail the Exora by 33 hp and 67 Nm
- 43-litre fuel tank is 12 litres smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM59,800✓ | RM95,000 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged | 2NR-VE, 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,561 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 138 hp✓ | 105 hp |
| Torque | 205 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 76 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 8.9 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT | D-CVT with Power Mode |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Punch Powertrain | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,610 mm | 4,475 mm |
| Width | 1,809 mm | 1,750 mm |
| Height | 1,691 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,730 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,447 kg | 1,185 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | 43 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 132 litres | 137 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R16 | 205/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R16 | 205/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Assurance | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic 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 | 6 Three-point, 1 Lap-belt on Middle Row | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | 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 | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 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 Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower | Rear Vents with Adjustable Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 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 Middle Row, 2 Back Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with CD/MP3 player, Bluetooth, 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's Side Auto Down only | 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 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 | 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.
Used Exora & Veloz for sale
Exora vs Veloz FAQ
Is the Proton Exora or Toyota Veloz better?
The Veloz is better equipped for family safety, with six airbags, stability control, 5-star ASEAN NCAP and pre-collision braking. The Exora is the better budget choice at RM35,200 less, with substantially stronger 138 hp and 205 Nm outputs.
What is the price difference?
The Proton Exora costs RM59,800 and the Toyota Veloz costs RM95,000, so the Veloz is RM35,200 more expensive.
Which has the stronger engine, the Proton Exora or Toyota Veloz?
The Proton Exora has the stronger petrol engine: its 1.6-litre turbo makes 138 hp and 205 Nm, against the Veloz's 1.5-litre naturally aspirated 105 hp and 138 Nm.