Verdict
The Toyota Vios Hybrid is the cleaner buy on paper: at RM103,900, it keeps the same 1.5-litre hybrid set-up as the RM109,900 Toyota Vios Hybrid GR Sport, with 90 hp and 121 Nm from the petrol engine, a 79 hp/141 Nm motor, 0.76 kWh lithium-ion battery and eCVT. Safety and cabin kit are also aligned, including adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera and dual-zone air-con. The RM6,000 gap buys the GR Sport 17-inch alloys, 205/50R17 Continental PremiumContact 6 tyres and a matching 17-inch spare. That is trim money, not mechanical money.
Pick the Toyota Vios Hybrid if you want the same hybrid powertrain, safety kit and cabin equipment for RM6,000 less.
Pick the Toyota Vios Hybrid GR Sport if you specifically want the 17-inch wheel and Continental tyre package from the factory.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Vios Hybrid RM103,900; Toyota Vios Hybrid GR Sport RM109,900
- Front and rear wheels: Toyota Vios Hybrid 16-inch alloys; Toyota Vios Hybrid GR Sport 17-inch alloys
- Front tyres: Toyota Vios Hybrid 195/60R16; Toyota Vios Hybrid GR Sport 205/50R17
- Rear tyres: Toyota Vios Hybrid 195/60R16; Toyota Vios Hybrid GR Sport 205/50R17
- Spare tyre: Toyota Vios Hybrid full-size 16-inch alloy; Toyota Vios Hybrid GR Sport full-size 17-inch alloy
- Factory tyres: Toyota Vios Hybrid Toyo Proxes CR1; Toyota Vios Hybrid GR Sport Continental PremiumContact 6
Hybrid
- RM6,000 cheaper with the same 1.5-litre hybrid powertrain
- Keeps the same adaptive cruise control, pre-collision braking, blind spot monitoring and 360-degree camera
- Same 465-litre boot, 40-litre fuel tank and 5-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty
- Misses out on the GR Sport’s 17-inch alloys
- Gets 195/60R16 Toyo Proxes CR1 tyres instead of 205/50R17 Continental PremiumContact 6 tyres
Hybrid GR Sport
- Gets 17-inch alloys instead of 16-inch alloys
- Wider 205/50R17 Continental PremiumContact 6 factory tyres
- Full-size 17-inch alloy spare matches the fitted wheel size
- Costs RM6,000 more with no listed change to powertrain output
- No listed extra safety, infotainment or comfort equipment over the Toyota Vios Hybrid
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 103,900✓ | RM 109,900 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Hybrid Assistance | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 90 hp | 90 hp |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 72.5 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 79 hp | 79 hp |
| Motor Torque | 141 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
| Battery Capacity | 0.76 kWh | 0.76 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| 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 |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 465 litres | 465 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) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 for 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 |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Fixed Bench | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| 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 Start | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive 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 360 Degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year, Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Hybrid Battery | 8-year, Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Hybrid Battery |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 90 | RM 90 |
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.
Hybrid vs Hybrid GR Sport FAQ
Is the Toyota Vios Hybrid or Toyota Vios Hybrid GR Sport better?
The Toyota Vios Hybrid is better value because it has the same hybrid powertrain, safety kit and cabin equipment for RM6,000 less. The GR Sport mainly adds the 17-inch wheel and Continental tyre package.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Vios Hybrid costs RM103,900, while the Toyota Vios Hybrid GR Sport costs RM109,900. The difference is RM6,000.
Do both Toyota Vios Hybrid variants use the same powertrain?
Yes. Both use a 1,496 cc naturally aspirated hybrid petrol engine with 90 hp and 121 Nm, one electric motor with 79 hp and 141 Nm, a 0.76 kWh lithium-ion battery and an eCVT.