Verdict
These are radically different Toyota propositions. At RM226,300, the electric Hilux costs RM135,700 more, but brings dual-motor all-wheel drive with 193 hp and 473 Nm, plus a 59.2 kWh battery rated for 257 km. The RM90,600 Vios is the easier Malaysian daily-driver purchase: its 1.5-litre petrol engine returns a rated 5.2 L/100 km, its 475-litre boot is defined, and it is 895 mm shorter. Both seat five and carry five-year warranties, but the Vios warranty has unlimited mileage while the Hilux battery is covered for eight years without a mileage limit.
Pick the Toyota Hilux if you need an electric pickup with 193 hp, 473 Nm and all-wheel drive, and can accommodate its RM226,300 price and 257 km rated range.
Pick the Toyota Vios if you want a RM90,600 petrol sedan with a 475-litre boot, 5.2 L/100 km rated economy and far smaller 4,425 mm dimensions.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Hilux RM226,300; Toyota Vios RM90,600.
- Powertrain: Toyota Hilux has two electric motors producing 193 hp and 473 Nm; Toyota Vios has a 1,496 cc petrol engine producing 104 hp and 138 Nm.
- Drive: Toyota Hilux is all-wheel drive; Toyota Vios is front-wheel drive.
- Size and weight: Toyota Hilux is 5,320 mm long and 2,455 kg; Toyota Vios is 4,425 mm long and 1,015 kg.
- Energy use: Toyota Hilux has a 59.2 kWh battery and 257 km EV range; Toyota Vios has a 40-litre fuel tank and rated consumption of 5.2 L/100 km.
- Wheels: Toyota Hilux runs 265/65R17 tyres on 17-inch wheels; Toyota Vios uses 195/60R16 tyres on 16-inch wheels.
Hilux
- Dual-motor AWD with 193 hp and 473 Nm.
- 125 kW DC charging and 10 kW AC charging.
- 12.3-inch touchscreen, eight speakers and adaptive cruise control.
- Costs RM135,700 more than the Vios.
- Its 5,320 mm length is 895 mm greater than the Vios.
- Rated EV range is 257 km.
Vios
- RM90,600 price and RM90 annual road tax.
- 475-litre boot and a compact 4,425 mm length.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- Front-wheel drive rather than the Hilux's all-wheel drive.
- 104 hp and 138 Nm trail the Hilux's 193 hp and 473 Nm outputs.
- Single-zone manual air-con, four speakers and no cruise control.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM226,300 | RM90,600✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 104 hp |
| Torque | — | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 193 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 473 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 59.2 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 257 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 10 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 125 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 5.2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,320 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,855 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,845 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,085 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 2,455 kg | 1,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 475 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/65R17 | 195/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/65R17 | 195/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Alloy | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler A/T | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | De Dion Rear Axle | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Aero Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Aero Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| 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 for 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 | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| 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 | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Tip-up base | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Manual |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 8-speaker Sound System | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| 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 | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera | Yes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Battery | — |
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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Hilux vs Vios FAQ
Is the Toyota Hilux or Toyota Vios better?
The Vios is the better fit for most buyers seeking a compact RM90,600 petrol sedan with a 475-litre boot and 5.2 L/100 km rated economy. Choose the Hilux only if its electric AWD powertrain, 473 Nm torque and pickup body are essential.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Hilux costs RM226,300 and the Toyota Vios costs RM90,600, so the gap is RM135,700.
Which has lower annual road tax?
The Toyota Vios has lower annual road tax at RM90, versus RM160 for the Toyota Hilux. That is a RM70 annual difference.