Honda Brio vs Toyota Agya, Which is the Best?

Andhy
6 min readSep 2, 2021

Otoloka.id — The city car segment is quite fierce in Indonesia, one that attracts attention is the Honda Brio Vs Toyota Agya. Both of these products offer a variety of advantages that can be taken into consideration for consumers. Like an urban car, both Honda Brio Vs Toyota Agya are actually capable of supporting daily mobility.

Moreover, Honda Brio is now also competing with Toyota Agya in the low cost green car (LCGC) segment. Armed with a low price tag, the two products were noted to be selling well in the Indonesian automotive market.

To be able to compete in the domestic market, Toyota Indonesia this year has refreshed the Toyota Agya. The appearance is now more sporty, and is equipped with a number of new features. It’s not inferior to its competitors, namely the Honda Brio which also has a stylish and sporty design.

Both cars are targeting the figure of young consumers and young at heart. For those of you who are interested in asking for a Toyota Agya or mobil Honda Brio, it would be nice to see this review to the end:

1. Comparison of Honda Brio Vs Toyota Agya in terms of price

Talking about the price, it’s quite interesting to discuss about the Honda Brio Vs Toyota Agya. Because these two products are priced affordable, not even that much different. From the results of Otoloka’s search, the price of the Toyota Agya tends to be cheaper than the Honda Brio. Toyota Agya is currently marketed with a price tag of Rp. 143.8 million to Rp. 169.2 million. Meanwhile, the rival, Brio, is offered with a price ranging from Rp. 146 million to Rp. 199.6 million.

The Honda Brio variant is offered in a number of types, such as the Satya S, Brio Satya E, and Brio RS, with the option of using a 5-speed manual transmission and a CVT automatic. Meanwhile, the Toyota Agya is only available in G and TRD variants. Even so, this LCGC city car is available in two engine options, namely the 1.0-liter 3-cylinder and 1.2-liter 4-cylinder engines. Consumers get more choices, and can be adjusted to their needs and budget.

2. Comparison of Dimensions of Honda Brio Vs Toyota Agya

Another important factor to discuss regarding the Honda Brio Vs Toyota Agya, of course, cannot be separated from the dimensions offered. On paper, the Honda Brio has dimensions of 3,800 mm in length, 1,680 mm in width, 1,480 mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2,405 mm. Meanwhile, the Brio RS is 15 mm longer than the Brio Satya, with the same width and height as well as the wheel axis.

When in the cabin, it seems this car is quite comfortable for a 5-passenger ride. The dimensions of the Toyota Agya have a length of 3,660 mm, a width of 1,600 mm, a height of 1,520 mm, and a wheelbase of 2,455 mm. From these technical figures, it can be seen that the Toyota Agya is 140 mm shorter, 80 mm slimmer, the roof is 35 mm higher. But interestingly the cabin space is 50 mm longer than the Honda Brio.

It certainly has an impact on the cabin space of the Agya which is slightly more spacious than the Honda Brio’s legroom. With a compact size, Honda Brio Vs Toyota Agya is still quite fun to be invited to divide urban roads. With its small dimensions, it is also comfortable to take even on a narrow road. Car owners don’t need a large trunk space, just to park the vehicle at home.

3. Honda Brio engine is much more powerful

Questioning the kitchen runway Honda Brio Vs Toyota Agya, it’s important to discuss. Especially for those of you who are interested in these two city car products. Performance matters are worthy of consideration.

Even though from the results of the Otoloka editorial test, these two products both have efficient fuel consumption. So it is not wrong if it is used to accommodate the needs of daily transportation modes.

As an illustration, all variants of the Honda Brio are equipped with a 1,200 cc 4-cylinder SOHC 16 valve engine with i-VTEC and Drive By Wire technology. Honda Brio can be said to be the most powerful city car in its class. The power produced penetrates 90 PS at 6,000 rpm with a torque of 110 Nm at 4,800 rpm.

The handling offered is also nimble, with excellent acceleration. The machine feels very comfortable when invited to devour dense urban streets. The fuel efficiency is also very good.

Regarding competitors, the Toyota Agya offers slightly lower performance than the Honda Brio. Although Agya is available in two engine options, 1.0 liter and 1.2 liter.

The 1,000 cc engine has 3 cylinders with DOHC VVT-i technology which is capable of producing a maximum power of 67 PS at 6,000 rpm and a peak torque of 89 Nm at 4,400 rpm. While the second engine with a capacity of 1,200 cc 4 cylinder DOHC 16 valve with Dual VVT-i technology is powered by 88 PS at 6,000 rpm with a torque of 107 Nm at 4,200 rpm.

4. Which Feature is Better?

A feature competition between Honda Brio Vs Toyota Agya, which one is better? Bearing the label as an LCGC car, however, the features of these two products should not be underestimated.

For example, the Honda Brio, is now equipped with fog lamps, electric mirrors, and has been equipped with alloy rims in all variants. Not only that, as standard devices, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) features have been embedded. When in the cabin, the driver and passengers are pampered with a modern head unit that is connected to iPod, bluetooth, Aux In, Radio and others.

Digital AC settings are also available, and are equipped with Auto Door Lock and keyless entry features, for easy access to open the door from the outside. Not inferior to its rivals, the Toyota Agya is also equipped with projector model headlights and LED taillights.

Outside mirrors can also be folded electrically complete with turn signal. Turning to the interior, there is a touch screen head unit that is integrated with bluetooth, Aux-in, SD Card, to a mirroring system. Audio settings can also be via the Audio Steering Switch.

Digital AC settings for the 2020 facelift version. Interestingly, this car is also equipped with an engine start/stop button. Features that are not available on the Honda Brio. The safety devices on the Toyota Agya are also quite complete. Starting from seatbelts for the driver and all passengers, Dual SRS Airbags at the front, Isofix, front brakes using disc brakes, and steering systems using Electric Power Steering, but ABS and EBD are not yet available like the Brio.

5. Kesimpulan

Each product, actually offers a number of advantages. Between Honda Brio Vs Toyota Agya, it can actually be a consideration for you. Our conclusion, if you need a city car with a stylish and sporty design, powerful engine, and complete safety features. Maybe can choose Honda Brio.

While the competitor, namely Toyota Agya. The current facelift version has a no less aggressive design, the cabin space is also more spacious than the Brio. No less important, the entertainment features are now more complete. The price of the Toyota Agya tends to be cheaper than its rivals. Well.. our decision back to you!

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