Covering all bases: Toyota Vios vs. Nissan Almera
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The Toyota Vios, as it's always been said, is a car that doesn't need an introduction. There's a good chance a friend, a relative, or yourself own an example of Toyota's subcompact sedan.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
What special features can be found in the Toyota Vios?
The Vios is equipped with Eco and Sport driving modes, extensive safety features, and a sporty Gazoo Racing-Sport variant.What are the highlights of the Nissan Almera?
The Almera is powered by a one-liter turbocharged engine, and advanced safety kit with Nissan Intelligent Mobility.But for now, let's get reacquainted with the Vios and find out the reasons behind its popularity.
The Vios covers a wide range of budgets and customer preferences, being available in variants tailored for fleets, families, and even boy-racers. To reflect the variety, the Vios variants come equipped with features that each set of customer could appreciate.
Under the hood of the Vios resides either a 1.3- or 1.5-liter engine, which can be paired to a five-speed manual or Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT).
For the thrifty driver, the Vios can come with an Eco drive mode that aims to lower fuel consumption. For the keen driver, a Sport drive mode and paddle shifters maximize the engine's power.
Meanwhile, the safety-conscious will surely appreciate the safety equipment available in all Vios variants. Among these features in the kit are a driver's airbag, stability control, hill-start assist, and Isofix child seat mounts in the rear seats. Other Vios cars even add side curtain airbags and alarm with immobilizer for even safer journeys.
Inside, the Vios delivers the essential equipment in the form of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto-capable infotainment, automatic climate control, and fabric seats.
So, it's safe to say that the reasons behind the Vios' mass appeal its safety, fuel-efficiency, and slight degree of sportiness (perhaps influenced by motorsports).
But the Vios ought to watch its back. The Nissan Almera, a newcomer in the small sedan market, rivals the Vios in the performance, safety, and equipment stakes.
To begin with, Nissan's entry boasts the segment's only turbocharged mill. All Almera cars pack a small one-liter, three-cylinder mill, but don't dismiss it for being a weak motor. Thanks to turbocharging, the Almera's engine can produce 100ps and 160Nm from a lowly 2,400rpm.
A claimed fuel consumption of 23.3kpl can be achieved by the mill, which can be paired with Nissan's Xtronic CVT or five-speed manual.
Advanced safety technologies is another thing the Almera is pioneering in its segment. The Almera's Nissan Intelligent Mobility (NIM) comes bundled with gadgets never before seen in subcompacts, such a 360-degree camera, intelligent emergency braking (IEB), and rear cross traffic alert (RCTA).
By providing a view of the Almera's surroundings to the driver, he or she can park in spaces made tight by people or objects. IEB stops the car when its senses a potential accident with the vehicle in front. When the car is reversing, the RCTA detects approaching cars from both sides when parking and provides this warning to the driver.
Aside from a touchscreen infotainment with Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, and USB connectivity, the Almera also provides six speakers three available USB ports where occupants can charge their mobile devices.
With everything out of the way, it appears that the Vios and Almera are evenly matched when it comes to tech. But how do these small sedans compare in other areas?
Discover the answers in the spec sheets of the sportiest and spiffiest Vios and Almera cars — the Vios GR-S and Almera N-Sport.
SPECIFICATIONS |
Toyota Vios 1.5 GR-S |
Nissan Almera 1.0 VL Turbo N-Sport CVT |
Overall Length (mm) |
4.467 |
4,530 |
Overall Width (mm) |
1,730 |
1,740 |
Overall Height (mm) |
1,475 |
1,460 |
Wheelbase (mm) |
2,550 |
2,620 |
Ground Clearance (mm) |
140 |
135 |
Curb Weight (kg) |
1,060 |
1,103 |
Trunk Space (L) |
478 |
474 |
Seating Capacity |
Five Persons |
Five Persons |
Engine Type |
1.5 Naturally-Aspirated Inline Four-Cylinder (2NR-FE) |
1.0 Turbocharged, Inline Three-cylinder (HRA0) |
Maximum Power Output (ps/rpm) |
107/6,000 |
100/5,000 |
Maximum Torque (Nm/rpm) |
140/4,200 |
152/2,400-4,000 |
Transmission Type |
10-Speed Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) |
Xtronic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) |
Idling Stop System |
Without |
With |
Fuel Tank Capacity (L) |
42 |
35 |
Recommended Fuel |
91 (RON) |
95 (RON) |
Emission Rating |
Euro 4 |
Euro 4 |
Suspension |
Front: MacPherson Strut Rear: Torsion Beam |
Front: Independent MacPherson Strut with Stabilizer Rear: Torsion Beam with Stabilizer |
Brakes |
Front: Ventilated Disc Rear: Solid Disc |
Front: Ventilated Disc Rear: Drum |
Wheels |
16-inch Gazoo Racing-Sport Alloy |
16-inch N-Sport Design Alloy |
Tires |
195/50 R16 |
205/55 R16 |
Steering Type |
Rack and Pinion with Electric Power Steering (EPS)
|
Rack and Pinion with Electric Power Steering (EPS) |
Minimum Turning Radius (m) |
5.3 |
5.2 |
Steering Adjustment |
Tilt |
Tilt and Telescopic |
Steering Wheel Material |
Leather with Red Stitching |
Leather-wrapped |
Steering Switches |
Audio and Bluetooth |
Audio, Hands-free Phone, TFT Meter and Drive-Assist Display, and Voice Recognition |
Headlamps |
3-Tier LED |
LED Reflector |
Daytime Running Lamps |
LED Line Guide |
LED Signature |
Front Fog Lamps |
LED |
LED |
Tail Lamps |
LED with Line Guide |
LED |
Bumper |
Gazoo Racing-Sport |
N-Sport Design |
Front Grille |
Piano Black, Mesh Type |
N-Sport Design Dark Chrome V-Motion |
Door Handle |
Piano Black with Smart Entry |
Body Color with i-Key Switch |
Outside Door Mirror |
Piano Black |
Silver Finish, Power Adjustable, and Power Folding with AVM Camera |
Turn Signal |
Door Mirror Mounted
|
Door Mirror Mounted |
Wiper |
Variable Intermittent
|
Variable Intermittent |
Rear Window Defroster with Timer |
Variable Intermittent
|
Variable Intermittent
|
Seats |
Driver: Manual Slide, Recline, and Height Adjust Front Passenger: Manual Slide and Recline with Seatback Pocket Rear: Fixed Bench
|
Driver: Manual Slide, Recline, and Height Adjust Front Passenger: Manual Slide and Recline with Seatback Pocket Rear: 60:40 Split Folding with Center Armrest and Cup Holder |
Seat Material |
Front: Suede and Synthetic Leather with Red Stitching Rear: Synthetic Leather with Red Stitching |
Black Leather with Contrast Stitching |
Meter |
4.2-inch TFT Meter |
Seven-inch TFT Meter with Integrated Drive-Assist Display |
Drive Computer Display in Meter |
TFT Meter Integrated
|
TFT Meter Integrated |
Power Outlet |
12V (x1) and USB (x1)
|
12V (x1) and USB (x3) |
Door Trim |
With Stitching
|
With Stitching |
Rear View Mirror |
Manual Day and Night
|
Manual Day and Night |
Sun Visor |
Driver: With Mirror and Ticket Holder Front Passenger: With Mirror |
Driver: With Mirror and Ticket Holder Front Passenger: With Mirror |
Interior Color |
Black
|
Black |
Lamps |
Map Lamp, Room Lamp, and Trunk Lamp
|
Map Lamp, Room Lamp, and Trunk Lamp |
Keyless Entry System |
Smart Key |
Intelligent Key |
Engine Push Start-Stop System |
With |
With |
Power Windows |
One-Touch Auto-Up/Down for Driver Side
|
One-Touch Auto-Up/Down for Driver Side |
Power Door Locks |
Driver Side Lock/Unlock Switch
|
Driver Side Lock/Unlock Switch |
Air-Conditioning System |
Single Zone Automatic Type
|
Single Zone Automatic Type |
Audio Type |
6.75-inch Display Audio |
Nissan 8-inch Advanced Touchscreen Display Audio |
Connectivity |
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth (Hands-free Call and Audio Streaming), USB, Aux, and Tuner |
Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth (Hands-free Call and Audio Streaming), USB, Aux, and Tuner |
Speakers |
Six |
Six |
Antenna |
Fin-Type |
In-Glass Type |
Intelligent Around View Monitor (AVM) |
Without |
With Moving Object Detection (MOD) |
Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (IFCW) |
Without |
With |
Intelligent Emergency Braking (IEB) |
Without |
With |
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) |
Without |
With |
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) |
Without |
With |
Hill Start Assist (HSA) |
With |
With |
Vehicle Stability Control |
With |
With |
Back Monitor |
With |
With (360-degree) |
Clearance Sonar | With |
With
|
SRS Airbags |
Driver, Driver's Knee, Front Passenger, Side, and Side Curtain Airbags
|
Driver, Front Passenger, Side, and Side Curtain Airbags |
Anti-Locking Braking System (ABS) |
With Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA)
|
With Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA) |
High Mount Stop Lamp |
LED |
LED |
Seatbelts |
Front: Three-point ELR with Pretensioner, Load Limited, and Height Adjustment (x2) Rear: Three-point ELR |
Front: Three-point ELR with Pretensioner, Load Limited, and Height Adjustment (x2) Rear: Three-point ELR |
Isofix and Tether Anchors |
With |
With |
Alarm and Immobilizer |
With |
With |
|
White Pearl Crystal Shine, Black 1, Super Red V |
Cayenne Red, Premium Corona Orange, Pearl White, Gun Metallic, and Galaxy Black |
PRICE |
P1,020,000 P1,035,000 (White Pearl Crystal Shine) |
P1,098,000 |
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Length
4420 mm
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4630 mm
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3760 mm
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4601 mm
|
3995 mm
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Width
1730 mm
|
1780 mm
|
1665 mm
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1818 mm
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1735 mm
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Height
1475 mm
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1435 mm
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1515 mm
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1489 mm
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1515 mm
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Power
98
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138
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65
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112
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82
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Torque
123 Nm
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153 Nm
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89 Nm
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150 Nm
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113 Nm
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Automatic Climate Control
No
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No
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No
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No
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No
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Multi-function Steering Wheel
No
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No
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No
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Yes
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No
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Adjustable Seats
Yes
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Yes
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4-Way Driver & 4-Way Front Passenger
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Yes
|
Yes
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Rear A/C Vents
-
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No
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-
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-
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No
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Keyless Entry
-
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Yes
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No
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Yes
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