All-New Toyota Vios Launched- From RM77,200

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Siew Weng | January 29, 2019 09:30 am

Toyota’s most important product for the brand as well as well for dealers, the Vios, has been formally introduced. First unveiled at KLIMS 2018, the pricing for the compact sedan remains as indicated during the motor show.

The popular compact sedan comes in three variants, all CVT-automatics, priced at:

Vios 1.5J: RM77,200
Vios 1.5E: RM81,200
Vios 1.5G: RM87,300

All prices are On-The-Road, without insurance, Peninsula Malaysia

The all-new Vios continues to feature the fuel-efficient 2NR-FE Dual VVTi engine paired with a CVT-type automatic. The powertrain was first introduced to Malaysia in 2016.

There are no changes to the output of the 1.5-litre engine, which continues to develop 107 PS at 6,000 rpm and 140 Nm of torque at 4,200 rpm.

Toyota has, however, recalibrated the control systems of the powertrain for much improved low-speed acceleration and throttle response.

In the all-new Toyota Vios, the driver can also change the powertrain response through the drive mode selector- Eco, Sport or Normal modes.

Dimensionally, the all-new Vios maintains the same overall length, width, wheelbase, and height as the predecessor model. Much of the improvements have been done to create a quieter cabin and better riding comfort.

Toyota engineers have increased interior quietness by installing more sound insulation around the engine compartment. A sound insulator is mounted inside the engine cover while a 3-point engine mount system reduces vibration levels during idling.

Insulation around the cabin now covers a wider area to keep out external noises and expansion foam is inserted in cavities to suppress vibration noise. Sponges are also used in the seals for more effective sealing. The existing Acoustic Windshield and Front Side Vibration Control Glass are now extended to the Vios 1.5E as well.

These measures, together with a more rigid bodyshell, can be felt almost immediately as many of us have experienced during the media test drive. Click here to read more about how the new Vios impressed all.

The all-new Vios is built at the company’s latest assembly plant in Bukit Raja, Klang, Selangor.

Standard equipment of the new Vios includes (J variant, priced from RM 77,200):

Integrated LED DRLs
Auto on/off headlights with follow-me-home function
15-inch rims with 185/60 R15 tyres
Smart keyless entry and push start button
Automatic air-conditioning with digital display
Eco, Sport or Normal drive modes
7-speed manual-mode
Fabric upholstery
Two USB charging ports for rear passengers
Illuminated front and rear door sill decorative plates
7 airbags, including a driver knee airbag
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) with Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)

For RM4,000 more, the mid-spec Vios E adds (priced from RM 81,200):

LED tail lamps with light-guide
Front fog lamps
Acoustic glass front windshield
Auto-fold side mirrors with turn signals
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
6.8-inch touchscreen display audio with USB mirroring (4-speakers)
Audio switches on the steering wheel
60:40 split-folding rear seats
Panoramic View Monitor (PVM)
Digital Video Recorder (DVR) with Forward Collision Warning (FCW) and Lane Departure Warning (LDW)

As for the range-topping Vios G, this variant is priced from RM 87,300 and adds this equipment:

Projector-type head lamps
16-inch rims with 195/50 R16 tyres
Rear disc brakes
Bright-chrome door handles
Front parking sensors
Leather upholstery
Optitron meters with 4.2-inch colour Multi-Information Display (MID)
Paddle shifters
Auto-dimming rear view mirror
Audio system with 6 speakers

Five colours will be made available, which includes Dark Blue Metallic, Red Mica Metallic, Attitude Black, Silver Metallic, and Super White II.

Genuine accessories meanwhile are a 5-piece bodykit package priced at RM2,800, rear-facing driving video recorder (DVR) at RM350, and an infotainment upgrade for the J-variant priced at RM2,150.