Vios vs City vs Persona Depreciation: What Our 2026 Records Show
Quick answer
In this selected sample from Intercontinental Motors' in-house records, the 2024 Toyota Vios G recorded the lowest observed raw depreciation at 31.6%, retaining 68.4% of its reference Malaysian new-car price. Its observed in-house wholesale price was RM65,300 against a reference new price of RM95,500.
It was also the lowest-mileage vehicle in this comparison, so part of the apparent advantage may be related to mileage. The ranking is not mileage-adjusted.
Why this comparison matters
The Toyota Vios, Honda City and Proton Persona serve commuters, families, fleets and e-hailing drivers. That broad demand supports liquidity, but it also means buyers pay close attention to mileage, commercial-use history and exact trim level.
The figures below use observed in-house wholesale prices rather than retail asking prices. Wholesale values usually allow for inspection uncertainty, preparation cost, warranty exposure, financing support, stock-holding time and dealer margin. They should not be presented as guaranteed retail market values.
Depreciation comparison
| Vehicle | Mileage (approx. per year) | In-house wholesale price | Reference new price | Value retained | Actual depreciation | Simple loss per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Toyota Vios G | 22,606 km (11,303/yr) | RM65,300 | RM95,500 | 68.4% | RM30,200 (31.6%) | RM15,100 |
| 2024 Honda City RS (petrol) | 42,140 km (21,070/yr) | RM61,900 | RM99,900 | 62.0% | RM38,000 (38.0%) | RM19,000 |
| 2024 Proton Persona Executive | 41,697 km (20,848/yr) | RM23,500 | RM50,800 | 46.3% | RM27,300 (53.7%) | RM13,650 |
What the sample shows
From lowest to highest raw depreciation, the selected observations rank as: Toyota Vios G (31.6% loss), Honda City RS (petrol) (38.0% loss), Proton Persona Executive (53.7% loss).
The gap between the lowest and highest raw depreciation was 22.1 percentage points. The lowest simple annual ringgit loss was Proton Persona Executive at RM13,650 per model year. Percentage loss, actual ringgit loss and annualised loss measure different things, so they should be read together.
How mileage changes the interpretation
The selected vehicles range from 22,606 km to 42,140 km. The lowest-mileage observation was the 2024 Toyota Vios G, while the highest-mileage observation was the 2024 Honda City RS (petrol).
Mileage is displayed and converted into an approximate kilometres-per-model-year figure, but no arbitrary RM-per-kilometre adjustment is applied. A proper mileage-adjusted valuation would also need exact registration dates, condition grades, service history, accident and flood history, ownership type, location and multiple comparable transactions.
What usually affects value in this segment
For B-segment sedans, a clean service history and believable mileage can be more important than a small price difference. Buyers also compare safety systems, fuel economy, boot space and the likelihood of future maintenance.
Advice for used-car buyers
- Ask whether the car has e-hailing, rental or company-fleet history.
- Check CVT or automatic transmission response, engine mounts, suspension and steering alignment.
- Inspect rear-seat and boot wear because intensive commercial use may not be obvious from exterior photos.
- Confirm the exact variant and safety equipment before comparing price.
Before booking, compare like with like: same year, exact variant, local or recon status, mileage band, ownership history and realistic condition. An unsold online advertisement is not proof of the final transaction value.
Advice for owners planning to sell
- Disclose commercial-use history and support the mileage with service records.
- Deep-clean the interior and repair small high-visibility defects.
- Prepare loan-settlement information before accepting a booking or offer.
- Use a variant-specific valuation rather than a broad model average.
Owners who need a faster exit may prefer a direct sale or trade-in. Owners with a presentable car, complete documents and more time may consider managed car consignment, where Intercontinental Motors can assist with presentation, enquiries, viewings, financing coordination, PUSPAKOM, ownership transfer and handover steps.
Buy, sell or consign with Intercontinental Motors
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Frequently asked questions
Which sedan retained more value in this selected sample?
The 2024 Toyota Vios G recorded the lowest raw depreciation percentage. It was also the lowest-mileage observation, so the result should not be treated as mileage-adjusted.
Why did the Persona show a lower annual ringgit loss than some rivals?
A lower original new-car price can produce a smaller ringgit loss even when the percentage depreciation is higher. Percentage and actual ringgit loss answer different questions.
How much does mileage affect Vios or City value?
Mileage affects expected wear and buyer perception, but there is no reliable universal RM-per-kilometre deduction. Condition and maintenance quality must be assessed with the mileage.
Can Intercontinental Motors help settle an outstanding loan?
The selling route can be reviewed together with the estimated bank settlement, ownership documents and expected selling outcome before the transaction proceeds.
Methodology and price sources
This article uses 3 selected vehicle observations from an internal dataset containing 850 raw in-house records and 820 unique observations after exact deduplication. Depreciation is calculated as reference new price minus observed in-house wholesale price. Simple loss per year divides that amount by model-year age using 2026 as the analysis year.
- 2024 Toyota Vios G: reference price RM95,500. 2023 Toyota Vios launched in Malaysia. Price basis: 2023 G launch price.
- 2024 Honda City RS (petrol): reference price RM99,900. 2023 Honda City facelift launched in Malaysia. Price basis: Petrol RS facelift launch price.
- 2024 Proton Persona Executive: reference price RM50,800. 2022 Proton Persona facelift launched. Price basis: Normal SST-inclusive Executive list price.