Verdict
At RM95,000, the Toyota Veloz costs RM7,000 more than the RM88,000 Toyota Yaris, but it brings seven seats, a 2,750 mm wheelbase and rear air-con vents for family duty. The Yaris is 335 mm shorter, 45 kg lighter and makes 150 Nm against the Veloz’s 138 Nm, so it is the easier five-seat urban choice. Both have 105 hp, a CVT, 360-degree camera, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and five-star ASEAN NCAP ratings. The Veloz earns its premium through passenger capacity and a much fuller driver-assistance package; the Yaris counters with a 286-litre boot versus 137 litres.
Pick the Toyota Veloz if you need seven seats, rear air-con and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go for RM7,000 more.
Pick the Toyota Yaris if five seats and a 286-litre boot matter more than a third row, while its 335 mm shorter body suits tighter urban parking.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Veloz RM95,000; Toyota Yaris RM88,000.
- Seats: Toyota Veloz 7; Toyota Yaris 5.
- Torque: Toyota Veloz 138 Nm; Toyota Yaris 150 Nm.
- Length: Toyota Veloz 4,475 mm; Toyota Yaris 4,140 mm.
- Boot space: Toyota Veloz 137 litres; Toyota Yaris 286 litres.
- Wheels: Toyota Veloz 17-inch; Toyota Yaris 16-inch.
Veloz
- Seven seats with sliding, reclining and tumble second-row seats
- Adaptive cruise control, steering assist and lane-keeping correction
- Rear air-con vents, 17-inch wheels and full LCD instrument display
- RM7,000 dearer than the Yaris
- 137-litre boot is 149 litres smaller than the Yaris
- 138 Nm is 12 Nm down on the Yaris
Yaris
- RM7,000 lower purchase price and RM90 annual road tax
- 286-litre boot and a 335 mm shorter body
- 150 Nm torque, paddle shifts and front/rear foglamps
- Only five seats versus the Veloz’s seven
- No rear air-con vents
- No adaptive cruise control, steering assist or lane-keeping correction
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM95,000 | RM88,000✓ |
| Body type | MPV | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 2NR-VE, 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 105 hp | 105 hp |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 150 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 72.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | D-CVT with Power Mode | CVT with 7 Speed Sports Sequential Shift |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,475 mm | 4,140 mm |
| Width | 1,750 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Height | 1,700 mm | 1,475 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,550 mm |
| Weight | 1,185 kg | 1,140 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 43 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 137 litres | 286 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/50R17 | 195/50R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/50R17 | 195/50R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Alloy | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes CR1 | Toyo Proxes R50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Two-tone Alloy | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Two-tone Alloy | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Higher suspension | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| 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 | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 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, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front and Second Row Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Matrix Adaptive Driving Beam | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| 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 Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Sliding and Recline, Armrest, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Adjustable Blower | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB for Second Row | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 Speakers | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist | — |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Auto Brake Hold | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
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.
Used Veloz & Yaris for sale
Veloz vs Yaris FAQ
Is the Toyota Veloz or Toyota Yaris better?
The Veloz is better for carrying up to seven people and has adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, rear air-con vents and a 2,750 mm wheelbase. The Yaris is better for five-seat use, with a 286-litre boot, 150 Nm and a shorter 4,140 mm body.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Veloz costs RM95,000 and the Toyota Yaris costs RM88,000, so the difference is RM7,000. Annual road tax is RM120 for the Veloz and RM90 for the Yaris.
Which has the better safety equipment?
Both have five-star ASEAN NCAP ratings, stability control, blind-spot monitoring, pre-collision braking and a 360-degree camera. The Veloz adds pedestrian detection, lane-keeping steering correction, rear cross-traffic alert, front departure alert and pedal misoperation control.