Small car lovers have a lot of options to choose from in the market. So, whenever people want to buy a compact car, they get confused because of the vast selection with regards to their corresponding features and models. However, Toyota’s Vitz and Aqua could be great options. In this article, we are comparing the Toyota Vitz vs Toyota Aqua in trying to simplify your decision-making. Please follow through.
N.B: Prices are reflective of average BE FORWARD pricing as of May 2021.
Toyota Vitz Toyota Aqua
Capacity/Doors 5 seats/3-5 doors 5 seats/3-5 doors
Torque 206 Nm at 4000 RPM 111 Nm
Top Speed 180 km/h 180 km/h
0-100 km/h 11.7 sec – 15.3 sec 10.7 sec
Max Power (109 bhp - 81 kW why do you mix units? If you use bhp
use it throughout. Now you have bhp, kW and HP!
Use one throughout) at 6000 RPM75 HP - 98 HP
Engine 1.0 – 1.5L 1.5L
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 Litres 36 Litres
Key Features ABS, Curtain Airbags, EBD, SRS Airbags, TRC, VSC, A/C,
CD/Radio playerCD Player, Radio, A/C, Airbag, ABS, Power Steering,
Keyless Entry
Gearbox CVT CVT
Fuel Consumption 18km/L - 21.8km/L (here you have used km/L) 35.4 KM/L - 37.0 KM/L (here you have used KM/L.
Use KM/L or km/l throughout)
Length x Width x Height 3.88×1.69×1.53 m 3.99×1.69×1.44 m
BE FORWARD PRICE USD 850 – 11,910 USD 1,800 – 20,770
Interior & Exterior Comparison
Toyota Vitz
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The Toyota Vitz is reasonably large unlike the Toyota Aqua. The Toyota Vitz’s cabin is enough for people of normal height but a tall driver will find the space a bit small. The space in the second row is practical and ideal for short urban travels.
On the outside, style is certainly part of it while the interior shows the true style with nice materials and descriptions plus a new instrument-panel design, with the gauges directly in front of the driver.
(a) Cabin Storage
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There are numerous storage booths in the cabin that are valuable for keeping items such as documents, beverages, and smartphones. There is door panel storage, glovebox, 4 cupholders, and a center tray in the driver cockpit that extends to the back.
On the second row, the storage section is on the front seat jacket pockets and the door pockets.
(b) Cargo Space
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For Toyota Vitz, the cargo space is somehow large and can accommodate good-sized luggage. The back seats must be folded flat if extra space is needed. The cargo space can accommodate enough for a family of 5.
Toyota Aqua
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The Toyota Aqua has been in production since 2011 for the 1st generation known as the NHP10 and is a compact hatchback. It belongs to the Prius family and is built on the famous Toyota B platform shared with many Toyotas such as the Ractis, Axio, Vitz, Porte, Belta, Succeed, Fielder, and Probox among others.
Toyota Aqua’s interior feels large, more like the Auris than the Vitz. In the first row, the legroom is sufficient and can accommodate tall people. In the second row, the legroom is slightly small, and tall people will find the space limited.
(a) Cabin Storage
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There are several storage compartments in the cabin which can be used for keeping items such as beverages, handbags, smartphones, goggles, etc. In the first row, there is door panel storage, 4 (confirm if there are 4 cup holders on the first row) cupholders, a glovebox, and the center box. For the second row, there are front seat jacket pockets, door pockets, and one cupholder.
(b) Cargo Space
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The boot space is small and can carry medium-sized luggage. When more space is needed, the second-row seats can be folded in a split configuration.
Engine and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
Toyota Vitz
(a) Engine & Performance
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The Vitz is powered by 3 engine options. These are the 1.0L 990cc (1.0L means the same as 900cc) 1KR engine, the 1.3L 1NR 1290cc (1.3L means the same as 1290cc) engine, and the 1.5L 1NZ 1490cc (1.5L means the same as 1490cc. Consider the format you have used on the Toyota Aqua) engine. These are linked to a 4-speed automatic, a CVT, or a 5-Speed manual transmission. It is available in both 2WD and 4WD.
All Toyota Vitz have a top speed of 180kph and a rapid gain in acceleration from 0-100kph in 11.7 secs for Toyota Vitz powered by 1.5L engine while the Toyota Vitz for 1.0L 990cc gains 15.3 secs.
(b) Fuel Consumption
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Toyota Vitz’s fuel consumption is approximately 21.8km/L for the Toyota Vitz linked with a 990cc 1.0L engine while the Vitz with 1490cc 1.5L is around 18km/L.
Toyota Aqua
(a) Engine & Performance
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Toyota Aqua is powered by a 1NZ-1LM 1.5 Litre engine which is combined with an electric motor that collectively pumps out 73KW of power capable of propelling the car from 0- 100km/h in 10.7 seconds. The transmission is an electric CVT that’s available only in 2 wheel drive.
(b) Fuel Consumption
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Toyota Aqua’s fuel consumption is approximately 35.4Km per litre.
The Verdict
Bearing in mind the features of Toyota Vitz and Toyota Aqua, both seem to challenge one another because both are great choices for city cruising. Toyota Vitz RS appears to be good enough for sporty cruising while the Toyota Aqua is great if you need more space that offers the best of highway cruising and more comfortability.
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Written by: Josephat Lukaza
