Verdict
The Vios is about 9% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
What the Vios has over the Porta EV
AlarmAirbag Disable FunctionChild Safety LockSeat BeltsBlind Spot Info SystemISOFIXAutonomous Braking SystemLane-keeping AssistCollision WarningSeatbelt ReminderLED Daytime Running LightsWing Mirror Turn IndicatorsRear SeatsRear Air-conInterior LightingAuto HeadlampsParking Sensor FrontFolding Wing Mirrors
What the Porta EV has over the Vios
Front FoglampsRear FoglampsPower Door
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Porta EV's wheelbase is 430 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The Porta EV is 60 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays.
Vios 4,425 × 1,740 × 1,480 mm · wheelbase 2,620 mmPorta EV 5,010 × 1,800 × 1,960 mm · wheelbase 3,050 mm
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM90,600✓ | RM99,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Commercial |
| Segment | B-Segment | Commercial |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM50✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM925/mo✓ | RM1,020/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM2,635✓ | RM2,843 |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM2,070 | RM1,241✓ |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM10.35 | RM6.21✓ |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM23,974 | RM20,668✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 101 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 180 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 41.9 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 300 km |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic | Single-speed Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.2 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h✓ | 115 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,425 mm | 5,010 mm |
| Width | 1,740 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,480 mm | 1,960 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 3,050 mm |
| Weight | 1,015 kg | 1,565 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 475 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 195/60R16 | 195/70R15C |
| Rear Tyre | 195/60R16 | 195/70R15C |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Alloy | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes CR1 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Leaf Springs (5-leaf) |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 15" Steel with Wheel Cap |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 15" Steel with Wheel Cap |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Electric Power Steering |
| Chassis Notes | — | Cargo 6.5 m3 (2,830 x 1,680 x 1,365 mm); payload 1,165 kg; GVW 2,730 kg; front disc / rear drum brakes |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | — |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Pre-collision Braking | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | — |
| Safety Notes | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Brake assist, traction control, VDC/VSC, low-speed pedestrian alarm; 83% ultra-high-strength steel cage-type body |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Halogen |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 2 Fabric Seats, 4-way Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | Fixed Bench | — |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Manual | Electronic Air Conditioning |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | USB Port |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | Yes |
| Audio | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers | 8" Head Unit with Bluetooth and USB, 3.5" TFT Cluster |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Dual Power Windows, Driver Auto with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyed Ignition |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Central Locking (Integrated Key) |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Barn Doors, 270-degree Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Dual Sliding Side Doors (777 mm) |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder | Rotary gear selector; dual sliding side doors (777 mm); 8-inch head unit in English, Chinese and Malay; 7 kW wallbox (RM3,500) free with early-bird bookings, along with a three-pin charger and 3-year/60,000 km scheduled maintenance |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 120,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | EV battery cell 6-yr/300,000 km; drive motor, EV battery and BMS 5-yr/200,000 km |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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