Under the hood of the Toyota Raize lies a 1.0-liter three-cylinder turbocharged engine, displacing 996cc, which pumps out 98 horsepower and a peak torque of 140 Nm. It's paired with a CVT gearbox, and this little SUV has made a name for itself in Malaysia thanks to its fuel-sipping nature and compact footprint.
For Malaysian buyers, cc (cubic centimeters) is the go-to unit for measuring engine displacement, and it directly impacts both a car's performance and how much you'll fork out for road tax. The Raize's 1.0L turbo mill strikes a nice balance between putting out decent power and keeping fuel consumption in check, making it a solid bet for city driving. What's more, the turbo tech means this small-displacement engine still delivers a pretty peppy acceleration feel, while the CVT ensures those power delivery are smooth and seamless.
If the Raize has caught your eye, you'll also want to check out its standard Toyota Safety Sense suite. That includes handy active safety features like pre-collision warning and lane keep assist – pretty competitive stuff for the class. And here's a key point for the Malaysian market: road tax is calculated based on engine displacement. So, the Raize's 1.0L engine gives it a definite edge in the road tax department compared to bigger-engined alternatives, which is a big consideration for a lot of shoppers.
