2021 Toyota Vios 1.5E CVT Transmission&Gearbox Specs

If there’s one word to describe the Toyota Vios, it would be pedestrian. I must admit the current fourth-generation AC100 is the boldest-looking Vios but it is a car that will not stir up hearts and serves as a faultless transport. However, being a popular car does not mean that it has zero performance potential with Toyota Gazoo Racing Malaysia organizing a one-make race series featuring the Vios since 2017. Now in its seventh season, the Toyota Vios Challenge just completed its second round wi

After August's high, UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) saw a slight dip in performance in September 2024, with approximately 7,700 units sold across the Toyota and Lexus brands—a 9.4 percent decrease from the previous month’s 8,500 units. Year-to-date (YTD) sales now total approximately 72,000 units, though this is 5.9 percent lower than the 76,511 units recorded during the same nine month period last year. Three models—Toyota Vios, Hilux, and Corolla Cross—continue to be its strongest performers, account

In an adrenaline-fueled moment during the recent Race 1 of Round 2 of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Vios Challenge, the "Prince of Drift," Tengku Djan Ley, found himself in a heart-stopping incident on the second lap. Battling for position in 9th place, his car suddenly veered out of control entering Turn 1 at Sepang Circuit. His Toyota Vios racing machine, appeared uncontrollable as it darted off the track onto the grassy verge before torpedoing across the racetrack in a terrifying collision, taking

The Toyota Gazoo Racing Vios Challenge returned to the Sepang F1 Circuit for another round of thrilling racing, marking Round 2 of Season 7. The one-make series continues to draw excitement as racers from across the region push the limits of their skills in identical cars, promising tight competition. Now in its 7th year, the Toyota Gazoo Racing Vios Challenge one-make series has seen a wave of young drivers rising to the top. This has been largely due to the series’ strict format as a one-make

Season 7 of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Vios Challenge kicked off in spectacular fashion at the Petronas Sepang International Circuit featuring the debut of the all-new 2024 Toyota Vios race car. The weekend's races, which mixed it up with varying weather conditions, saw young drivers dominate across all classes, showcasing the potential of the new Vios and underscoring the rising talent within the series. Young drivers shine in the Super Sporting Class In the Super Sporting class, Naquib Azlan of A

UMW Toyota Motor has announced the return of the famed Toyota Vios Challenge for its 7th season. Beginning later this week, this year's series will include three rounds with a total of six races at the Petronas Sepang International Circuit. This year, the series will feature RM 630,000 in prize money and of course, the star of the show is the use of the 2024 Toyota Vios. What's happening? As usual, the Vios Challenge will feature three classes of racing: Sporting Class for amateurs and gentlemen

UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) ended the month of June with 7,600 units of Toyota and Lexus models sold, down 9.8% from last month’s 8,422 units sold. The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) will be announcing its total tally for new vehicle sales tomorrow, and many are expecting June’s figure to be the weakest this year. Year-to-date, UMWT closed the first half of 2024 with 47,000 units sold, down 3.4% from the same 6-month period last year. For the month of July, UMWT is offering a ‘Peace of Mind

The 1-on-1 fight between the Toyota Vios and Honda City shows no sign of letting up as the latter has managed to stage a sales comeback after falling behind its rival since March 2024, as shown by JPJ's data. Honda shifted 2,661 units of the sedan in June 2024, 500 units above the Vios' 2,161 cars. It's also a new monthly record for Honda, with June's figure being the most they've sold thus far this year. Comparitively, the Vios' best month was in March 2024, where it peaked with 3,119 units sol

"It's better to drive a slow car fast than to drive a fast car slow." You've likely heard this cliché, typically uttered by the driver of a slower car who nearly matches the times of those in more powerful vehicles during competitions. While often misunderstood, there's truth to it. Mastering speed in a slower car is genuinely easier, which is why many professionals start with go-karts before moving on to faster cars, gradually developing their driving skills. This progression is fundamental to

The AC100 Toyota Vios by Wing Hin Motorsports made its race debut in the Malaysia Championship Series (MCS) Round 2 race weekend. While technical details are kept mum, it does appear extensively modified to meet the regulations to compete in the MCS Malaysia Touring Car (MTC)/Stock Production (SP2) category. Visible modifications include the wheels, brakes, suspension, towing mechanisms, aero and cooling components, and a stripped-out interior. As for powertrain, the standard Toyota Vios runs th