Verdict
The RM259,800 Ver 10 costs RM26,445 less than the RM286,245 VB, yet brings 296 hp and 407 Nm against the newer car’s 271 hp and 375 Nm. That is the sharper choice if performance is the priority. The VB counters with a 411-litre boot, up 91 litres, plus an 11.6-inch touchscreen, reverse camera and rear parking sensors that matter in daily Malaysian use. Both retain a six-speed manual, all-wheel drive, seven airbags and 245/40R18 tyres. The VB is the more complete everyday package; the Ver 10 is the more potent one.
Pick the Ver 10 if 296 hp, 407 Nm and the lower purchase price matter more than newer cabin technology and boot space.
Pick the VB if you want the 411-litre boot, reverse camera, rear sensors and smartphone-connected 11.6-inch touchscreen.
Key differences
- Performance: Ver 10 has 296 hp and 407 Nm; VB has 271 hp and 375 Nm.
- Boot space: Ver 10 has 320 litres; VB has 411 litres.
- Dimensions: Ver 10 is 4,580 mm long and 1,795 mm wide; VB is 4,669 mm and 1,826 mm.
- Wheelbase: Ver 10 measures 2,625 mm; VB measures 2,672 mm.
- Infotainment: Ver 10 gets a CD/AUX radio with six speakers; VB gets an 11.6-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Parking assistance: Ver 10 has no reverse camera or rear sensors; VB has a reverse camera and four rear sensors.
Ver 10
- 296 hp and 407 Nm
- RM26,445 lower purchase price
- 4,580 mm length is 89 mm shorter
- 320-litre boot is 91 litres smaller
- No reverse camera or rear parking sensors
- No Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay or Android Auto
VB
- 411-litre boot
- 11.6-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Reverse camera and four rear parking sensors
- 271 hp is 25 hp down
- 375 Nm is 32 Nm down
- 4,669 mm body is 89 mm longer
What the Ver 10 has over the VB
What the VB has over the Ver 10
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
Boot space favours the VB: 411 litres against 320.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM259,800✓ | RM286,245 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM837 | RM767✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM2,650/mo✓ | RM2,920/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM7,101✓ | RM7,789 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC, turbocharged with high-capacity intercooler and dual variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 2,457 cc | 2,387 cc |
| Horsepower | 296 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 271 hp at 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 407 Nm at 4,000 rpm✓ | 375 Nm at 2,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Boxer 4 | Boxer 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 99.5 mm × 79 mm | 94 mm × 86 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 8.2 | 10.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Subaru | Subaru |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,580 mm | 4,669 mm |
| Width | 1,795 mm | 1,826 mm |
| Height | 1,470 mm | 1,468 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,625 mm | 2,672 mm |
| Weight | 1,515 kg | 1,510 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 63 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 320 litres | 411 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R18 | 245/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/40R18 | 245/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT 600A |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 26 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 16 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 4 stars — Equivalent to Subaru Impreza with 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars — Equivalent to Subaru Impreza with 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Front, side, curtain, driver's knee airbags) | 7 (Front, side, curtain, driver's knee airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Both rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 three-point | 5 three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for two rear passenger seats | Available for two rear passenger seats |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Xenon projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Normal bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 6-way manual adjustment driver, 4-way manual adjustment front passenger | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 split folding | 60:40 split folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone automatic climate control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | Centre tray, centre console box | 1 Front, 3 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map, room | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | Two front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with CD, AUX, 6 speakers | 11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | All four windows, driver auto up and down with anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless push start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote control activation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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Ver 10 vs VB FAQ
Is the Subaru WRX Ver 10 or Subaru WRX VB better?
The VB is better for daily use, with 411 litres of boot space, a reverse camera, rear sensors and smartphone integration. Choose the Ver 10 for its 296 hp and 407 Nm, which exceed the VB by 25 hp and 32 Nm.
What is the price difference?
The VB costs RM26,445 more than the Ver 10. Its extra spend brings more boot space, a larger touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a reverse camera and rear parking sensors.
Which one has more luggage space?
The VB does, with a 411-litre boot versus 320 litres in the Ver 10. Both are five-seat sedans with 60:40 split-folding rear seats.