It's existence has long been confirmed, and now first images of what could be the 2024 Toyota Vios with a hybrid powertrain have been spotted – courtesy of readers of Thai portal Headlight Magazine. Sporting black wrap on the front and rear bumpers lends further credence to the website's claim that the powertrain debuts on the Vios GR Sport variant; which also means there will be tweaked aesthetics for the model. These set of pictures show a ducktail spoiler, a more aggressive diffuser round the

UPDATE for July 2023: For a limited time period, CARSOME is offering an additional 1+1 year warranty for selected units of Toyota Vios. Find out more here. ---------------------------- The third-generation Toyota Vios (NCP 150) was first introduced to the Malaysian market in 2013. Highlighting a fresh new face, larger proportions and improved creature comforts, the NCP 150 Vios was a snazzy alternative to the likes of the GM6 Honda City and Nissan Almera. In 2016, the NCP 150 Vios received a maj

This is an interesting one, as we recently chanced across these two white Proton models somewhere in the vicinity of Ara Damansara. For those keeping track would remember that Proton launched the updated Proton Persona in August 2021 and new Saga in May 2022. So, what’s cooking with these two Proton models seen here? According to sources close to the matter, the Persona and Saga seen here is likely testing new electronic stability control (ESC) hardware for the South African market, as Proton re

Last year in June, the government announced a decision to place sales tax (SST) exemption for cars – cut sales tax on CKD cars, while offering 50% sales tax discount for CBU models as part of the Penjana stimulus package. It was supposed to last until 31-December 2020 but in a twist that brought mixed reactions in the local automotive industry, the Ministry of Finance extended the exemption to 30-June 2021. So, if you’re interested to buy a new car, now might be the right time to take advantage

If you’ve been following our posts, you would’ve known by now that UMW Toyota Motor is expected to launch a new 2020 Toyota Vios facelift in December. You wouldn’t expect the company to sit idly while watching the all-new 2020 Honda City and 2020 Nissan Almera muscle into its territory right? As a follow up to that, we have received news that Toyota will also be adding a Gazoo Racing variant of the new Vios, possibly wearing the GR Sport badge. It’s a logical move because a Toyota Vios GR Sport

The Bandar Malaysia track is one of the fastest and longest ever constructed for the series. It features 20 corners and two long straights, the longest being 600 meters. It sets the stage for fastest street racing action so far in three seasons of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Festival. Higher speeds bring higher risks and that makes for an entertaining spectacle. For those unfamiliar with the Vios Racing Challenge, there are three categories: Sporting Class, Super Sporting Class, and Promotional Clas