Verdict
The GXPA16 Facelift is the quicker car, and the RM28,704 extra buys a clear mechanical lift: 296 hp and 400 Nm against 257 hp and 360 Nm, cutting 0–100 km/h from 5.5 to 5.2 seconds. Beyond that, the fundamentals stay stubbornly close. Both are CBU B-segment, four-seat petrol hatchbacks with a 1.6-litre engine, manual gearbox, AWD, 230 km/h top speed, 174-litre boot, six airbags, AEB, RM207 yearly road tax and a five-year warranty. For Malaysia, this is power versus purchase price.
Pick the Toyota GR Yaris GXPA16 if you want the manual AWD GR Yaris for less money and can live with 257 hp, 360 Nm and 5.5 seconds to 100 km/h.
Pick the Toyota GR Yaris GXPA16 Facelift if the extra spend is justified by 296 hp, 400 Nm and the quicker 5.2-second 0–100 km/h time.
Key differences
- Price: RM286,896 vs RM315,600
- Power: 257 hp vs 296 hp
- Torque: 360 Nm vs 400 Nm
- 0–100 km/h: 5.5 s vs 5.2 s
- Top speed: 230 km/h vs 230 km/h
- Boot space: 174 L vs 174 L
GXPA16
- RM28,704 cheaper on list price
- Manual gearbox with all-wheel drive
- Same 230 km/h top speed as the facelift
- 39 hp down on the facelift
- 40 Nm down on the facelift
- 0–100 km/h is 0.3 s slower
GXPA16 Facelift
- 296 hp, 39 hp more than the GXPA16
- 400 Nm, 40 Nm more than the GXPA16
- 5.2-second 0–100 km/h time
- Costs RM28,704 more
- No extra boot space: still 174 L
- No higher top speed: still 230 km/h
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 286,896✓ | RM 315,600 |
| 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 | 257 hp | 296 hp✓ |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 400 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed Intelligent Manual Transmission | 6MT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Toyota |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.5 seconds | 5.2 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 8.2 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | 230 km/h |
| Co2 | 186 g/km | — |
| 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 | 3 | 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 |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser |
| Front Wheels | 18" BBS Forged Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" BBS Forged Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated and Slotted Disc | Ventilated and Slotted Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated and Slotted Disc | Ventilated and Slotted Disc |
| 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, 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 Rear Seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes with Pedestrian, Cyclist and Oncoming Vehicle Detection (10 to 80 km/h) | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| 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 | 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 | 2-DIN Head Unit with 7" Touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto 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 Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 207 | RM 207 |
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.
GXPA16 vs GXPA16 Facelift FAQ
Is the Toyota GR Yaris GXPA16 or Toyota GR Yaris GXPA16 Facelift better?
If performance matters, the Toyota GR Yaris GXPA16 Facelift is better: it has 296 hp, 400 Nm and does 0–100 km/h in 5.2 seconds. The Toyota GR Yaris GXPA16 makes more sense if the lower price matters more than the 0.3-second gain.
What is the price difference?
The facelift is RM28,704 dearer, based on RM315,600 against RM286,896. That money buys 39 hp, 40 Nm and a 0.3-second quicker 0–100 km/h time; it does not buy more boot space, seats or a higher top speed.
Are the Toyota GR Yaris GXPA16 and Toyota GR Yaris GXPA16 Facelift different in practicality?
No. Both have four seats, a 174-litre boot, a 50-litre fuel tank and the same 3,995 mm length, 1,805 mm width, 1,455 mm height and 2,560 mm wheelbase.