Verdict
The Renault Zoe costs RM165,000 to the Toyota Yaris’ RM88,000, a RM77,000 jump for electric running, a 52.0-kWh battery and 395 km of claimed range. Its 108-hp, 225-Nm motor also brings 75 Nm more torque than the Yaris’ 105-hp, 150-Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine. The Yaris is the rational lower-entry choice, with seven airbags, pre-collision braking and a 360-degree camera. But the Zoe has the larger 338-litre boot, 22-kW AC charging and a longer 2,588-mm wheelbase.
Pick the Renault Zoe if you can justify the RM77,000 premium for a 395-km EV range, 225 Nm and a 338-litre boot.
Pick the Toyota Yaris if RM88,000, seven airbags, pre-collision braking and a 360-degree camera matter more than EV driving.
Key differences
- Price: Renault Zoe RM165,000; Toyota Yaris RM88,000.
- Power and torque: Renault Zoe motor 108 hp and 225 Nm; Toyota Yaris 1.5-litre engine 105 hp and 150 Nm.
- Energy storage: Renault Zoe has a 52.0-kWh battery and 395 km range; Toyota Yaris has a 42-litre petrol tank.
- Boot space: Renault Zoe 338 litres; Toyota Yaris 286 litres.
- Wheelbase: Renault Zoe 2,588 mm; Toyota Yaris 2,550 mm.
- Safety equipment: Renault Zoe has four airbags; Toyota Yaris has seven airbags plus pre-collision braking.
Zoe
- 395 km EV range from a 52.0-kWh battery.
- 225 Nm motor torque and 22-kW AC charging.
- 338-litre boot and 2,588-mm wheelbase.
- RM77,000 more expensive than the Yaris.
- Four airbags versus the Yaris’ seven, with no pre-collision braking or blind-spot information system.
- 3-year/100,000-km vehicle warranty versus the Yaris’ five-year unlimited-mileage cover.
Yaris
- RM77,000 lower purchase price.
- Seven airbags, pre-collision braking, blind-spot information and a 360-degree camera.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and 42-litre petrol tank.
- 150 Nm is 75 Nm below the Zoe’s 225 Nm motor output.
- 286-litre boot is 52 litres smaller than the Zoe’s.
- Lane support is warning-only, while the Zoe provides steering correction.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM165,000 | RM88,000✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM50✓ | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 105 hp |
| Torque | — | 150 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 108 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 225 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 52.0 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 395 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22.0 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 50.0 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | CVT with 7 Speed Sports Sequential Shift |
| Gears | 1 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Renault | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,087 mm | 4,140 mm |
| Width | 1,787 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Height | 1,562 mm | 1,475 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,588 mm | 2,550 mm |
| Weight | 1,502 kg | 1,140 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 338 litres✓ | 286 litres |
| Front Tyre | 195/55R16 | 195/50R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/55R16 | 195/50R16 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Continental ContiEcoContact 5 | Toyo Proxes R50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | France (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, 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 front passenger seat, two outer rear passenger seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| 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 |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-conditioning | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 7" Touchscreen Easy Link with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 6 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 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 5 Years/100,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery and Electric Drivetrain | — |
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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Zoe vs Yaris FAQ
Is the Renault Zoe or Toyota Yaris better?
The Yaris is the better buy for lower upfront cost and stronger active-safety equipment. Choose the Zoe only if its 395-km EV range, 225 Nm motor torque and larger boot suit your driving and charging arrangements.
What is the price difference?
The Renault Zoe is RM77,000 more expensive than the Toyota Yaris.
How quickly can the Renault Zoe charge?
The Zoe supports AC charging at up to 22.0 kW and DC charging at up to 50.0 kW. The Yaris is petrol-powered, using a 42-litre fuel tank rather than a traction battery.