Verdict
At RM90,600, the Toyota Vios 1.5E delivers the same 104 hp, 138 Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine, CVT, 5.2 L/100 km rating and broad core safety suite as the RM96,600 Toyota Vios 1.5G. The RM6,000 gap buys meaningful daily-use kit rather than extra pace: adaptive cruise control, automatic air-con, an electronic parking brake and a full-LCD meter. The G also moves to 17-inch Continental PremiumContact 6 tyres, but carries 20 kg more. For most buyers, the E is the rational choice; choose the G if its driver-assistance and convenience equipment will see regular use.
Pick the Toyota Vios 1.5E if you want the same 104 hp powertrain, 5.2 L/100 km rating and key active-safety hardware for RM6,000 less.
Pick the Toyota Vios 1.5G if adaptive cruise control, automatic air-con, a full-LCD instrument display and 17-inch wheels justify the extra RM6,000.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Vios 1.5E RM90,600; Toyota Vios 1.5G RM96,600.
- Kerb weight: Toyota Vios 1.5E 1,015 kg; Toyota Vios 1.5G 1,035 kg.
- Wheels and tyres: Toyota Vios 1.5E 16-inch alloys with 195/60R16 Toyo Proxes CR1; Toyota Vios 1.5G 17-inch alloys with 205/50R17 Continental PremiumContact 6.
- Air-conditioning: Toyota Vios 1.5E single-zone manual; Toyota Vios 1.5G single-zone automatic.
- Cruise control: Toyota Vios 1.5E none; Toyota Vios 1.5G adaptive cruise control.
- Instruments and parking brake: Toyota Vios 1.5E electroluminescent analogue cluster and handbrake; Toyota Vios 1.
1.5E
- RM6,000 cheaper.
- Same 104 hp, 138 Nm engine and CVT as the G.
- Matches the G with pre-collision braking, blind-spot monitoring and a 3D panoramic-view monitor.
- No adaptive cruise control.
- Manual air-conditioning instead of automatic climate control.
- Misses auto wipers, steering reach adjustment, ambient lighting and the G's full-LCD meter.
1.5G
- Adaptive cruise control, auto wipers and steering telescopic adjustment.
- Single-zone automatic air-conditioning, ambient lighting and full-LCD instrument monitor.
- 17-inch alloys with Continental PremiumContact 6 tyres.
- Costs RM6,000 more for identical 104 hp, 138 Nm performance and a 5.2 L/100 km rating.
- 20 kg heavier than the E.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM90,600✓ | RM96,600 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 104 hp | 104 hp |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 72.5 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.2 L/100 km | 5.2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,425 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,740 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,480 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,015 kg | 1,035 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 475 litres | 475 litres |
| Front Tyre | 195/60R16 | 205/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/60R16 | 205/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Alloy | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes CR1 | Continental PremiumContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, 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 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 | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Keeping Control, Auto High Beam |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Fixed Bench | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Manual | Single-zone Automatic |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor | Yes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| 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.
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1.5E vs 1.5G FAQ
Is the Toyota Vios 1.5E or Toyota Vios 1.5G better?
The Toyota Vios 1.5E is the better-value buy because it retains the G's engine, CVT, fuel-consumption rating and main safety systems. The Toyota Vios 1.5G is better for drivers who will use adaptive cruise control and prefer automatic air-con, an electronic parking brake and a full-LCD meter.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Vios 1.5G costs RM6,000 more than the Toyota Vios 1.5E: RM96,600 versus RM90,600.
Does the Toyota Vios 1.5G have more power than the Toyota Vios 1.5E?
No. Both use a 1,496 cc naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 104 hp and 138 Nm, paired with a CVT with seven-speed Sequential Shiftmatic. Both are rated at 5.2 L/100 km and have a 180 km/h top speed.