Both IST and Vitz are known as trustworthy models from Toyota and we are going to analyze them today. Both help as town trip cars that are fit for people looking for a fuel efficient vehicle. From interior and exterior to concluding which one you should go for, we are going to make the comparison easy and smooth. Today we are going to make you understand the real difference between these cars.
(*Prices are reflective of average BE FORWARD pricings as of March 2021.)
Toyota IST Toyota Vitz
Capacity/Doors 5 seats/5 doors 3-5 doors/5 seating
Torque 121.0 Nm (89 lb. ft) at 6000 rpm 121 Nm / 89 ft.lb / 12.3 kgm @ 4000 rpm
Top Speed 180 km/h 180 km/h
0-100 km/h 11.7 sec - 15.3 sec 14.5 secs
Max Power 87 PS (86 bhp - 64 kW) at 6000 rpm
95 PS / 94 bhp / 70 kW @ 6000 rpm
Engine 1.3L – 1.5L 1.0L – 1.5L
Fuel Tank Capacity 45L 42L
Key Features DVD Player, Navigation, A/C,
2 Airbags, Electronic Stability ControlDual airbags, ABS, power steering,
central locking system, front fog light,
steering adjustment, USB connection,
AC, power door locks
Gearbox CVT CVT
Fuel Consumption 11.5 km/L 20.6 Km/L
Length x Width x Height 3.93 × 1.72 × 1.52 m 3.88 × 1.69 × 1.51 m
BE FORWARD PRICE USD 1,040 – 6,110 USD 700 – 20,290
Interior and Exterior Comparison
Toyota IST
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Toyota IST came with the economic characteristics of small Toyota cars, but also with the features of SUV cars. The Toyota IST has some sporty appearances that appeal to the old and young as well.
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It has a seating capacity of 5 passengers with enough space and a central dashboard but when all seats are used, not much space is left for luggage. However, if the rear seats are not in use, they can fold it flat generating more space for luggage.
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The exterior design shared the elements of an SUV, like a large front grille and a wide fender aluminum arch. Moreover, by reaching a design that was uniform to the back windows, an advanced exterior was achieved.
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(a) Cabin Storage
There are storage sections in the cabin that are useful for keeping items such as documents, smartphones, and cups. At the driver cabin, there’s door panel storage, a glove-box, 2 cup-holders, and a center tray that reaches the back.
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For the passenger cabin, the storage is on the door pockets and the front seat jacket pockets. For the seat configuration, the second-row seat could be folded down, giving more luggage space.
(b) Cargo Space
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Toyota Vitz
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The same as the Toyota IST, Vitz is also built with economic features but also with the swiftness of coupe cars. Some variants of Toyota Vitz have sporty appearances that appeal to all levels of people.
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Space is not one of its factors. In the first row, the space is acceptable for the passenger’s seat but a tall driver will find it small. In the second row, the legroom space can be best defined as practical. It has a seating capacity of up to 5 passengers the same as Toyota IST.
(a) Cabin Storage
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There are some storage sections in the cabin that are useful for storing items such as beverages, smartphones, and documents. At the first row, there is door panel storage, a glovebox, four cup holders, and a center tray that reaches the back. For U and RS grades in the second row, the storage is on the front seat jacket pockets and door pockets.
(b) Cargo Space
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For the hatchback, the boot is truly big and can accommodate sizable luggage. If extra space is needed, the back seats can be folded flat.
Engine, Performance & Fuel Consumption
Toyota IST
(a) Engine & Performance
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The IST is accessible with 2 engine options. These are the 1.3L 2NZ-FE petrol engine and the 1.5 L 1NZ-FE engine. These are linked to either a 4-speed automatic or a 5-Speed manual transmission. Both 2WD and 4WD are available.
(b) Fuel Consumption
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Toyota IST has approximately a fuel consumption of 11.5 km/L.
Toyota VITZ
(a) Engine & Performance
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The Vitz is powered by 3 engine options. These are the 1KR 1.0L engine, the 1NR 1.3L engine, and the 1NZ 1.5L engine. These are linked to either a 4-speed automatic, a 5 – Speed manual transmission, or a CVT. It is available in both 2WD and 4WD.
(b) Fuel Consumption
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Toyota Vitz has approximately a fuel consumption of 20.6 Km/L.
Final Verdict
The Toyota IST and Vitz were intended to take you places but each one has an advantage over the other in certain conditions. These two cars’ exterior and wheelbase dimensions are almost alike, but the Toyota IST has a greater interior space with a boot space that is more than twice of the Vitz. Both are good cars but Toyota IST remains top at the markets with no hesitation, while the Toyota Vitz is a simple car with major technology changes that came at a reasonable price. Moreover, the Toyota Vitz RS is a nice-looking car suitable for town cruising that comes at a reasonable price. If you’re planning to buy either of the two, be sure to visit BE FORWARD.
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Written by: Josephat Lukaza
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