Verdict
The Corolla asks RM144,800 against the Yaris Cross’s RM99,900, a RM44,900 jump for 137 hp and 172 Nm rather than 105 hp and 138 Nm, plus a 2,700-mm wheelbase and double-wishbone rear suspension. It is the stronger long-distance sedan, with dual-zone climate control, adaptive cruise control with steering assist and stop-and-go, and eight airbags including a driver’s knee airbag. The Yaris Cross is the more affordable Malaysian family SUV: its 471-litre boot is one litre larger, it has blind-spot monitoring and steering correction, while annual road tax is RM120 rather than RM279.
Pick the Toyota Corolla if you want the 137-hp sedan, 2,700-mm wheelbase, double-wishbone rear suspension and more comprehensive cruise-control function.
Pick the Toyota Yaris Cross if you want to spend RM44,900 less on a five-door SUV with blind-spot monitoring, steering correction and a powered boot.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Corolla RM144,800; Toyota Yaris Cross RM99,900.
- Output: Toyota Corolla 137 hp and 172 Nm; Toyota Yaris Cross 105 hp and 138 Nm.
- Dimensions: Toyota Corolla 4,630 mm long with a 2,700-mm wheelbase; Toyota Yaris Cross 4,310 mm long with a 2,620-mm wheelbase.
- Weight: Toyota Corolla 1,365 kg; Toyota Yaris Cross 1,150 kg.
- Boot space: Toyota Corolla 470 litres; Toyota Yaris Cross 471 litres.
- Annual road tax: Toyota Corolla RM279; Toyota Yaris Cross RM120.
Corolla
- 137 hp and 172 Nm from the 1.8-litre petrol engine.
- Double-wishbone rear suspension and 2,700-mm wheelbase.
- Dual-zone climate control, auto wipers and stop-and-go adaptive cruise control.
- RM44,900 dearer to buy and RM159 more in annual road tax.
- No blind-spot information system or collision warning.
- 470-litre boot is one litre smaller than the Yaris Cross.
Yaris Cross
- RM44,900 lower purchase price and RM120 annual road tax.
- Blind-spot monitoring, collision warning and steering correction.
- Powered boot, 471-litre luggage space and 18-inch wheels.
- 105 hp and 138 Nm trail the Corolla’s 137 hp and 172 Nm.
- Torsion-beam rear suspension instead of the Corolla’s double-wishbone arrangement.
- Single-zone air-con, no auto wipers and no paddle shifts.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM144,800 | RM99,900✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,798 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 137 hp✓ | 105 hp |
| Torque | 172 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 80.5 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7 Speed Sequential Shiftmatic CVT | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,630 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,780 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,435 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,365 kg | 1,150 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 470 litres | 471 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Alloy | Steel 195/65R16 Tyre |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 050 | Toyo Proxes R61 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9.0" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM279 | 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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Corolla vs Yaris Cross FAQ
Is the Toyota Corolla or Toyota Yaris Cross better?
The Corolla is better for power, wheelbase, rear suspension and long-distance equipment. The Yaris Cross is better if lower entry cost, SUV body style, blind-spot monitoring and a powered boot matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Corolla costs RM44,900 more than the Toyota Yaris Cross. Its higher price brings a 1.8-litre engine with 137 hp and 172 Nm, versus 1.5 litres, 105 hp and 138 Nm.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Toyota Yaris Cross has the marginally larger boot at 471 litres, one litre more than the Toyota Corolla’s 470 litres. Both seat five and have 60:40 split-folding rear seats with a centre armrest.