Verdict
At RM315,600, the Toyota GR Yaris 6MT is the sharper-value route into the same 296 hp, 400 Nm all-wheel-drive package; it matches the Toyota GR Yaris 8AT’s 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time and 230 km/h top speed. The RM10,000 step to RM325,600 buys an eight-speed conventional automatic rather than the six-speed manual, with no listed gain in output, safety equipment or cabin kit. Pick by gearbox preference, not expected extra pace. For a Malaysian buyer who wants three pedals, the 6MT keeps the saving in hand.
Pick the Toyota GR Yaris 6MT if you want the six-speed manual and RM10,000 lower entry price without sacrificing 296 hp, 400 Nm or all-wheel drive.
Pick the Toyota GR Yaris 8AT if you specifically want a conventional automatic with eight gears and accept the RM10,000 premium.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota GR Yaris 6MT RM315,600; Toyota GR Yaris 8AT RM325,600.
- Transmission type: Toyota GR Yaris 6MT manual; Toyota GR Yaris 8AT conventional automatic.
- Transmission designation: Toyota GR Yaris 6MT 6MT; Toyota GR Yaris 8AT 8AT.
- Gear count: Toyota GR Yaris 6MT six gears; Toyota GR Yaris 8AT eight gears.
- 0-100 km/h: Toyota GR Yaris 6MT 5.2 seconds; Toyota GR Yaris 8AT 5.2 seconds.
6MT
- RM10,000 less to buy.
- Six-speed manual transmission.
- Same 296 hp, 400 Nm and all-wheel drive as the 8AT.
- Has six gears versus the 8AT’s eight.
- No conventional automatic option.
8AT
- Eight-speed conventional automatic.
- Two more gears than the 6MT.
- Same 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time as the manual.
- Costs RM10,000 more.
- No extra horsepower or torque over the 6MT.
- No listed equipment or safety-kit gain over the 6MT.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM315,600✓ | RM325,600 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Dual Variable Valve Timing | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,618 cc | 1,618 cc |
| Horsepower | 296 hp | 296 hp |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6MT | 8AT |
| Gears | 6 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Toyota | Toyota |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.2 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | 230 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,995 mm | 3,995 mm |
| Width | 1,805 mm | 1,805 mm |
| Height | 1,455 mm | 1,455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,560 mm | 2,560 mm |
| Weight | 1,280 kg | 1,280 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 174 litres | 174 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R18 | 225/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/40R18 | 225/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Torsen Front and Rear Limited-slip Differential, Performance-tuned Springs, Dampers and Steering, User-selectable Torque Split, Rev Matching | Torsen Front and Rear Limited-slip Differential, Performance-tuned Springs, Dampers and Steering, User-selectable Torque Split, Rev Matching |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Pre-collision Braking | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 7" Touchscreen Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB, HDMI, AUX and 6 Speakers | 7" Touchscreen Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB, HDMI, AUX and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Two Windows, 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM207 | RM207 |
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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6MT vs 8AT FAQ
Is the Toyota GR Yaris 6MT or Toyota GR Yaris 8AT better?
Neither is outright better on performance: both have 296 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time. Choose the 6MT for the manual and lower cost, or the 8AT for its eight-speed conventional automatic.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota GR Yaris 8AT costs RM10,000 more than the Toyota GR Yaris 6MT.
Does the Toyota GR Yaris 8AT accelerate faster than the Toyota GR Yaris 6MT?
No. Both are rated from 0-100 km/h in 5.2 seconds and both have a 230 km/h top speed, despite the 8AT having eight gears to the 6MT’s six.