Toyota Vios 1.5G or Chevrolet Optra 1.6? Pls Help...

**aldouslls** · August 19th, 2005 01:31 PM

Hi to all,

I'm new here at tsikot.com. I think this is a cool site where you can check out almost everything about cars. Anyway, I really need your help, I would like to know which is much better between Toyota Vios 1.5G and Chevrolet Optra 1.6.

Thanks...

**Juan Tamad** · August 19th, 2005 01:37 PM

Vios 1.5G

**badkuk** · August 19th, 2005 01:41 PM

pag ako, probably the only motivation for getting an optra would be the interior space. in all other aspects, vios

**Altis6453** · August 19th, 2005 02:59 PM

I've driven both.

Impressions:

Toyota Vios 1.5G - A/T (2004)

Likes: more responsive and better road handling capabilities, airbag and abs, really nice lines and looks...doesn't need much to make it porma, good fuel economy, great power-to-weight ratio, toyota reliability and availability of parts and service, good resale value.

Dislikes: spartan interior, odd-looking radio, digital center instrument cluster (i prefer the analog ones found in the 1.3 Vios), dated NVH insulation, a little crowded if you have 4 passengers, the limp-sounding horn

Chevrolet Optra 1.6LS A/T (2004)

Likes: Nice interior trim, cool gated auto shifter, Blaupunkt cd/radio system, lots of passenger space...comfy for long rides, leather seats, abs, airbag, really quiet cabin, 2-year free PMS parts and labor, nice instrument cluster, questionable resalve value.

Dislikes: a little slow in response, esp. in trying overtaking, tires should be replaced, 3-piece front grille,minor reliability issues (i.e. batteries, warning lights lighting up for various reasons), horrible gas consumption for a 1.6L car, availability of service centers, questionable resale value.

**vromvrom** · June 28th, 2007 03:14 PM

Originally Posted by Altis6453

I've driven both.

Impressions:

Toyota Vios 1.5G - A/T (2004)

Likes: more responsive and better road handling capabilities, airbag and abs, really nice lines and looks...doesn't need much to make it porma, good fuel economy, great power-to-weight ratio, toyota reliability and availability of parts and service, good resale value.

Dislikes: spartan interior, odd-looking radio, digital center instrument cluster (i prefer the analog ones found in the 1.3 Vios), dated NVH insulation, a little crowded if you have 4 passengers, the limp-sounding horn

Chevrolet Optra 1.6LS A/T (2004)

Likes: Nice interior trim, cool gated auto shifter, Blaupunkt cd/radio system, lots of passenger space...comfy for long rides, leather seats, abs, airbag, really quiet cabin, 2-year free PMS parts and labor, nice instrument cluster, questionable resalve value.

Dislikes: a little slow in response, esp. in trying overtaking, tires should be replaced, 3-piece front grille,minor reliability issues (i.e. batteries, warning lights lighting up for various reasons), horrible gas consumption for a 1.6L car, availability of service centers, questionable resale value.

Pareng Altis, I think you have the most sensible comments here coz you have first hand experienced on both cars. I guess your review is fair enough and informative, kahit naka altis kana

**OTEP** · June 28th, 2007 08:27 PM

The cheapest Vios A/T is Php722k
The cheapest Optra A/T is Php721k (plus discounts)

I'm helping out someone pick a new car. Initially the choice was a Hyundai Getz but a Vios A/T might be within reach. Then someone handed me a GM flyer as I was walking in the mall. I'm not brand particular and I like the fact that the Optra is a normal-sized and more formal looking car (the person I'm adivising is in the medical profession too).

The Optra 1.6L does not come with ABS or SRS. How about the Vios A/T (I presume it's a 'G'-spec unit)? Do you think the 1.6L is a sensible choice or is the Toyota Vios really worth moving one segment downwards for?

**niky** · June 29th, 2007 02:55 PM

Wait for the new one. From the looks of things, the new Yaris is huge inside. If the new Vios shares rooflines, it's a good bet.

**ale828** · June 29th, 2007 07:59 PM

The new vios is coming out in august daw.

**zechs** · August 19th, 2005 03:13 PM

ayaw mo ng vtec city or vtec jazz? these two might be within your budget. but choosing from a vios and an optra (new generation or not), i would choose a vios. dami kong narinig na horror stories from optra users eh..like the battery need to be refilled with water (na i think dapat maintenance-free battery na for the optra's price tag), and poor fuel mileage around 6-7km/l lang ata city driving compared to the vios' 12-14km/l.