Toyota Vios 1.5 TRD (White Pearl) (2016) vs Geely EX2 Max (2026)

Toyota Vios 1.5 TRD (White Pearl) (2016) vs Geely EX2 Max (2026): which should you buy?

For a Filipino buyer weighing cost, power, and everyday practicality, the Geely EX2 Max edges out the 2016 Toyota Vios 1.5 TRD despite being a newer model. Both are priced similarly, with the Geely at ₱1,038,000 and the Vios at ₱1,058,000, giving the EX2 a slight price advantage. The EX2’s electric drivetrain delivers 115 PS and 150 Nm, modestly higher power and torque than the Vios’s 107 PS and 140 Nm, while also offering zero‑fuel operating costs and a longer 6‑year/150,000 km warranty versus the Vios’s 3‑year/100,000 km coverage. In terms of space, the EX2 is a small crossover SUV (5 doors, 4135 mm length, 1805 mm width, 1580 mm height) providing a higher roofline and potentially more cargo room than the Vios sedan (4 doors, 4410 mm length). Both seat five, but the EX2’s SUV stance may feel more versatile for city driving and occasional trips. The Vios benefits from a proven internal‑combustion engine and CVT, but its older 2016 platform may lack the latest tech and fuel‑efficiency of an electric vehicle. Buyers prioritising lower running costs, a longer warranty, and a higher driving position should opt for the Geely EX2 Max, while those who prefer a conventional gasoline sedan and are comfortable with a shorter warranty may stick with the Vios.