Verdict
At RM221,800, the Camry costs RM31,140 more than the RM190,660 Tayron. Its 201 hp, 246 Nm 2.5-litre sedan package reaches 100 km/h in 8.9 seconds, against the Tayron’s 9.6. The Volkswagen returns the practical blow: seven seats, a sliding and split-folding second row plus a third row. Yet its 345-litre boot trails the Camry’s 524 litres. For Malaysian family duty, choose the Tayron for people-moving flexibility and RM120 annual road tax; choose the Camry for faster response, five-year unlimited-mileage cover and a much larger boot.
Pick the Toyota Camry if you want the quicker 201 hp sedan, a 524-litre boot and five years of unlimited-mileage warranty.
Pick the Volkswagen Tayron if you need seven seats, configurable rear seating and lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Camry RM221,800; Volkswagen Tayron RM190,660.
- Performance: Camry 201 hp and 246 Nm, with 0-100 km/h in 8.9 seconds; Tayron 148 hp and 250 Nm, with 0-100 km/h in 9.6 seconds.
- Seating and boot: Camry has 5 seats and a 524-litre boot; Tayron has 7 seats and a 345-litre boot.
- Dimensions: Camry is 4,920 mm long and 1,445 mm tall; Tayron is 4,792 mm long and 1,660 mm tall.
- Rear seating: Camry has fixed rear seats; Tayron has a sliding 40:20:40 second row and 50:50 third row.
- Warranty and road tax: Camry gets 5 years/unlimited mileage and RM867 yearly road tax; Tayron gets 2 years/unlimited mileage and RM120 yearly road tax.
Camry
- 201 hp and 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 524-litre boot.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- Five seats versus the Tayron's seven.
- Fixed rear seats versus the Tayron's sliding, split-folding layout.
- RM867 annual road tax versus RM120.
Tayron
- Seven seats with split-folding, sliding rear seating.
- 12-way front seats with ventilation and massage.
- Powered contactless boot operation and auto parking.
- 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time versus the Camry's 8.9 seconds.
- 345-litre boot versus the Camry's 524 litres.
- Two-year unlimited-mileage warranty versus five years.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM221,800 | RM190,660✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable intake valve timing with 48-volt MHEV assistance |
| Capacity | 2,487 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 201 hp✓ | 148 hp |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 250 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 87.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic | 7-speed Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) |
| Gears | 8 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 seconds✓ | 9.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,920 mm | 4,792 mm |
| Width | 1,840 mm | 1,852 mm |
| Height | 1,445 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,825 mm | 2,788 mm |
| Weight | 1,565 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 524 litres✓ | 345 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/45R18 | 235/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | Space Saver | 235/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005A | Hankook Ventus evoSUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Napoli Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Napoli Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Dynamic Chassis Control Pro |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front & Rear Side Bags, Curtain Airbags & Front Centre Airbag |
| 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 two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Front Passenger Seat and 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Pre-collision Braking | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Ottoman Passenger Seat | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | Fixed Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-Folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-Folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Back Row |
| Sun Shade | Manual Rear Sun Shades | Manual Rear Window Blinds |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 9-speaker JBL Sound System | 12.9" Discover Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 8-speaker Volkswagen Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM867 | RM120✓ |
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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Camry vs Tayron FAQ
Is the Toyota Camry or Volkswagen Tayron better?
Neither is better for every job. Choose the Camry for its quicker 8.9-second 0-100 km/h run, 524-litre boot and five-year warranty. Choose the Tayron for seven seats, flexible rear rows and lower road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Volkswagen Tayron costs RM190,660 and the Toyota Camry costs RM221,800. The Camry is RM31,140 more expensive.
Which is better for carrying passengers and luggage?
The Tayron is better for people, with seven seats and sliding, split-folding rear rows. For five occupants with luggage, the Camry’s 524-litre boot is 179 litres larger than the Tayron’s 345 litres.