2023 Toyota Raize 1.0 Turbo CVT Review

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Toyota's smallest crossover in their lineup is put to the test. Let's see if this mini crossover SUV in the top-of-the line 1.0 Turbo trim is a good buy.

[@philipc239]

Good review as usual 👍👍😀 ❤ Amazingly informative and practical yet without being boring. Love your review! 😊😊😊👍❤

[@KyleLiongCars]

Thank you

[@brioblancaflor3662]

This car is crazy popular here in Japan. Have seen a ton of em. Wish they brought in the Toyota Noah/Voxy/Esquire. Imagine a 4WD van that seats 7 comfortably but is small and nimble enough for city roads. Plus hybrid powertains as well.

[@KyleLiongCars]

In general, 4WD isn’t really needed for our roads (for most people). It only increases fuel consumption.

[@brioblancaflor3662]

@@KyleLiongCarstrue, they also have 2wd options perfect for the city

[@AntiJEVsInPH]

Daihatsu safety scandal

[@brioblancaflor3662]

@@AntiJEVsInPH unrelated but ok

[@alvindanica]

Last year pa ko nakabile ng 1.0 Turbo white pearl. And everytime my pop-up na new review, napapanood pa rin ako knowing wala naman bago.. Hehe.. I really like this car than my sister honda sedan (city).. btw nice review

[@KyleLiongCars]

Thanks and congrats

[@user-sg8iq9vw5s]

Why was the Silver 2022 Toyota Raize 1.2E of Alexandrina Esteban have Bosch europa silver horns

[@nikhilprakhasan4522]

Cruise control available or not?

[@asrockrpg]

@Kyle Liong Cars Please review Toyota Liteace FX Utility Van. Thanx.

[@asrockrpg]

@Kyle Liong Cars Please review Suzuki S-Presso AGS. Thanx.

[@petergilvillar1643]

I like the way to review as you also say your height! That's a big help tho!

[@KyleLiongCars]

Thank you :D

[@jortuspelatus7364]

Please review the GAC GS3 Emzoom. At the price of the top-spec Raize you just mentioned, a mid-variant Emzoom isn't too far off.

[@KyleLiongCars]

I'm getting my hands on one next week!

[@jortuspelatus7364]

Looking forward to it!

[@asrockrpg]

@Kyle Liong Cars Please review 2023 Toyota Avanza. Thanx.

[@raysrecipe1993]

Have this car its good,Power is surprisingly more than what you expect, Specially when the turbo kicks in And the paddle shift is nice to use in overtakes, You do feel some oversteer during descending curves when you travel light but that feeling disappears when someone seats at the back or are carrying some heavy load.

[@jbdscorpionking]

Hello! First time car and driver here. Interested with the Raize but would you suggest the 1.2 variant or the 1.0 Turbo variant for me. Thank you.

[@KyleLiongCars]

It’s hard to suggest the 1.0 Turbo given its price. Price aside, it’s really good. I haven’t tried the 1.2, but the Turbo is really fun

[@raysrecipe1993]

@@jbdscorpionking most dealerships Have a demo unit you should give yours a try maybe they can give you a test drive, We got this car when it was fresh from the market because of reviews from japanese reviewers plus it felt nostalgic since we have an 97 2 door rav 4 they are kinda similar for us despite being 2 different cars from different era’s. Anyway i really enjoy this car as my daily driver city car since its economical. But mind you it can do its fair share of long distance travel.

[@salamancero]

​@@KyleLiongCarshi, what are the raise alternatives at the 1M mark? Thanks!

[@KyleLiongCars]

@salamancero check out the Chinese brands

[@jongcruz1528]

since you mention that their are more larger and premium cars with the same price range do you have any idea in mind what car are those that you want to share for some one who like to purchase his/her first car?

[@KyleLiongCars]

Hint: Try checking the Chinese brands :D

[@asrockrpg]

@Kyle Liong Cars Please review Toyota Veloz. Thanx.

[@asrockrpg]

@Kyle Liong Cars Please review 2024 Nissan Almera. Thanx.

[@jbdscorpionking]

Hello! Can you make a comparo between its sister, 1.2 Raize. Thank you

[@KyleLiongCars]

Will try if lendout unit schedule permits

[@iampongchi]

Hi! can i ask what are those cars/model you might recommend with this price range? TIA!

[@KyleLiongCars]

Check out some of the Chinese sub-compacts or Korean sub-compacts :)

[@kashka6488]

Honda City V variant vs this? when it comes to hatak expecially on steep areas or if you plan to bring one car to Baguio TIA!

[@KyleLiongCars]

HRV

[@daneentushley]

How do I configure and change the screen? I just got my raize last month

[@KyleLiongCars]

Use the buttons on the steering wheel. There is a menu option :)

[@mikexander]

Hey Kyle if you are to choose between Toyota Raize and Geely GX3 Pro, which one would you choose? It'll be my first car if ever. Hope you can help me! More power bro!

[@KyleLiongCars]

I'd go for the GX3 Pro. Feels much better built

[@pli0utyer]

Fantastic review!!

[@KyleLiongCars]

Glad you liked it! Thank you

[@asrockrpg]

@@KyleLiongCarsReview Toyota Veloz please?

[@daniboic]

I super love driving this along the highway

[@KyleLiongCars]

It's not bad at all on the highway!

[@jeretso]

Cute. Beautiful Blue/Black effect. Inside is way too dark especially in the back.

[@KyleLiongCars]

Would also prefer a lighter interior

[@jeretso]

@@KyleLiongCars I wrapped my factory mats in blue fabric lol

[@johnbravo7689]

buy this raize and do the following upgrades: full sound damping, rigid collars, spring buffer, engine strut bar. goods na goods na tong raize

[@KyleLiongCars]

But that would make it expensive though especially for full, thick sound deadening

[@aiztoh]

All car buyers have their preferences, we can't say that this is not a good value car for it's price when others say that it is well priced for them. I'm not saying that Toyota's before and nowadays are not overpriced, just like iPhone being expensive, but people would still buy it. even though it's not alot of features compared to Samsung, they'd still buy it. edit: just found out about Yaris Cross, its 100x better than Raize Turbo.

[@digitalnomad916]

Sir, help mne deciding my first car. Im torn between Raize G and Geely GX3 pro. Ano mas okay sir? Thank you

[@KyleLiongCars]

GX3 Pro for me

[@MiggyMndza]

Not a fan of the Toyota brand but gotta say, I am impressed with the Raize unlike with their new Wigo. This thing just makes sense with the right amount of tech, fun and practicality it gives you. The 1.2 G suprised me the most tho with how much value you're getting for the price it asks. Tho yeah can't blame you if you're not sold with this being a value for money proposition given the price is getting closer to some small crossovers like the Coolray tho between a base model of that Geely and this, would probably go Toyota instead. Versatility-wise, it is as noteworthy as it could get especially having 200mm of ground clearance despite its very small size and the capability of being fuel-efficient as well, something we all know the Coolray isn't. It would be a different story if we were to talk about the Emzoom tho, knowing how GAC is very underrated but the Chinese brand with the most well-built cars among its peers. Might not even consider this at all compared to that 👀

[@KyleLiongCars]

Agree with you on the Raize vs Wigo part. Base Coolray vs this though, I'd probs still lean towards the Coolray. While I haven't driven the GS3 Emzoom, at least on paper, the Emzoom wins by a long shot.

[@geraldreyes7835]

The only thing Raize turbo has over base coolray is fuel efficiency which is to be expected on a CVT and a lighter car. All other else belongs to Coolray. Looks, interior quality (not plastics all around, Performance in not even close, Safety, NCAP rating, Techs and considering Coolray is already 4 years in the country and no MAJOR issues is encountered. Parts availability is also gaining grounds on the Geely as more and more NON CASA is importing parts that only take week or so to arrive.

[@alexigs]

Hi, @KyleLiongCars , did you notice any rattling or squeaky sounds while driving ?

[@KyleLiongCars]

Yes

[@alexigs]

@@KyleLiongCars Noted. Thanks!

[@TheDARKOMETER]

Interesting video can you review the DMC DeLorean next

[@KyleLiongCars]

No access to one :((

[@asrockrpg]

@@KyleLiongCarsReview Toyota Avanza please?

[@user-ti4qi1wf3z]

The apple carplay/android auto menu orientation can be set from the settings between left/right hand drive option. Maybe because it's a JDM?

[@KyleLiongCars]

Oh I didn't get to dig inside the infotainment menus haha! Yes, maybe cause it's really the Rocky

[@raiohraiyeon9421]

Good to know! Thanks!! I’ll check later ❤️

[@jaspergk]

With the recent price increase of the Raize to Php 1,063,000 while MG ZST offering a promo (Php 1,088,888), even the GAC GS3 Emzoom R Style (Php 1,148,000 after discounts), does the Raize still offer better value for money due to the reliability and durability offered of the brand?

[@KyleLiongCars]

That depends on your needs. For me, not really

[@AntiJEVsInPH]

Reliability? Daihatsu safety scandal

[@jaspergk]

⁠@@AntiJEVsInPHIf I got it right, PH supply is not affected. Plus this comment was written before the scandal (if memory serves me right). Despite the scandal, Toyota has responded to it so future units should be better. At any rate, any buyer from this point forward would know, should know, what the issue was and should factor that in before making a decision. To me, the Raize is still on my list of future secondary cars.

[@AntiJEVsInPH]

@@jaspergk Daihatsu door panel like a thin can. I'll go for Korean brands

[@jaspergk]

@@AntiJEVsInPH as Kyle said, it would be dependent on your needs (and preferences).

[@danverlopez1212]

toyota raize or city rs hb for a daily?

[@KyleLiongCars]

City for me

[@valenzuelaeph]

what are the other ones (top of the line) way better for money instead of this one?

[@KyleLiongCars]

GAC Emzoom and Geely Coolray!

[@pabs4teen-hv5ye]

Review lotus emira please. Tnx.

[@KyleLiongCars]

Doubt I can get my hands on one

[@ryanrafosala4696]

what are d other cars ser

[@KyleLiongCars]

Check out the Chinese brands :D

[@mikaelamontero6453]

can’t wait for your full review on Chery Tiggo 5 Pro!!

[@KyleLiongCars]

Will do once lendout units are available

[@blimps8652]

Now watching. 🍿

[@KyleLiongCars]

:D

[@johnwick860]

the price difference of Raize vs Avanza makes the Raize a hard buy.... plus the constant feedback of "vibrating engine beyond normal" makes customers avoid this

[@siimortzz3012]

But then there are a lot of raize in the road.. good sale

[@marinerchris]

​@@siimortzz3012they basically have no Idea though. #regrets

[@anothersubscriber2024]

Avanza is an mpv vs raize that is an suv. Different bracket tho. Let the ground clearance speaks for itself.

[@siimortzz3012]

@@marinerchris others prefer higher ground clearance..

[@raiohraiyeon9421]

@@siimortzz3012agree and we have different tastes and reasons why we buy them. Like yung brother ko he was making me buy Avanza instead of Raize. Ang take ko mas appealing raize sakin and ayaw ko ng “family type” car 😅😂🤣✌️ ok nako sa subcompact SUV

[@ProbinsyanoVlog2003]

Jusko may issue SI raize about sa overheating sana mabago nayan ng company para safety

[@KyleLiongCars]

Really? Ano daw cause?

[@bxverboo]

How's the speaker?

[@KyleLiongCars]

About right for its class

[@DL.j]

What about the ac? Is it strong enough to cool the whole cabin without maxing out both blower and temperature?

[@stcloud777]

Multiple times during the summer heat there were 6 (with children) and I would only set the AC 2 to 4 bars max out of like 8.

[@KyleLiongCars]

Yes

[@raiohraiyeon9421]

Yes

[@zbraganza]

Nice review. I need to mention that it's JDM #JDMnumbawan

[@KyleLiongCars]

Thanks! It’s not JDM…. It’s left hand drive. It cannot be

[@AntiJEVsInPH]

KDM EVs numbawan

[@ragnarlothbrok4876]

sor etong raize turbo o 1.3 vios xle?

[@KyleLiongCars]

Raize nlng

[@ragnarlothbrok4876]

@@KyleLiongCars how about the difference in driving comfort sir? nvh?

[@user-vo2zv5vi6d]

J'espere.E85 ou GpL . l'essence c'est presque termine' C'est Dommag

[@kenv2667]

most actual owner are posting less than 5km/l in the city though. but it is heavy traffic

[@raiohraiyeon9421]

Grabe ang 5km/L hahaha never ata ako umabot ng ganun kababa siguro 7km/L worst ko and nag oovertake pako nun and malakas mag gas para maka-cut and singit 😅

[@KyleLiongCars]

Anything’s possible if you’re barely moving haha! That’s why people need to measure using averages.

[@raiohraiyeon9421]

@@KyleLiongCars i mean 5km per liter is really bad to be honest. Yesterday i went to Taytay Rizal from Bicutan Paranque i got a score of 99 with 19.7km per liter. 🤣 thats the best i had so far lol my usual trip is 15km per liter

[@JustChill-93]

please do a review on the Toyota Rush E A/T. planning to buy it late this year. thanks.

[@KyleLiongCars]

Will try to schedule the demo unit for that

[@JustChill-93]

@@KyleLiongCars thanks, sir. highly appreciated. hipe to see it soon. about GRS videos are so over.made.

[@iamshadowbanned699]

Raize Turbo or Stonic EX?

[@KyleLiongCars]

Hmmmmmmm space-wise and feel of solidness, Stonic. Otherwise, this

[@iamshadowbanned699]

@@KyleLiongCars Thanks a lot. What about gas consumption in your personal experience?

[@KyleLiongCars]

@@iamshadowbanned699 This is more efficient

[@iamshadowbanned699]

@KyleLiongCars Thank you for your expert input 😊

[@KyleLiongCars]

@@iamshadowbanned699 You're welcome

[@ASHTONJACOBSTIN]

I already have this Raize but turbo white it’s so nice

[@KyleLiongCars]

Nice

[@glpzdmd9259]

The infotainment in these known brands looks like analog tvs just snapped there just to say you have a touchscreen in there

[@KyleLiongCars]

:(

[@dreamswalkingtours]

i'll go with the Coolray..... Power, Design, Built quality, Features and Price.... all goes with the Coolary.... The only thing going for the Raize is the Toyota logo.... but it is actually a Daihatsu.

[@AntiJEVsInPH]

Rigged crash test and crumple zone😂

[@KyleLiongCars]

Ok tbf, di affected units ng PH haha

[@ASHTONJACOBSTIN]

Actually Mine is White pearl black

[@KyleLiongCars]

Congrats

[@asrockrpg]

This Toyota Raize is the MINI RAV4.

[@KyleLiongCars]

Ish

[@mariajanelladejesus6098]

Sana my hybrid

[@angeloemmanuel5571]

I laughed my ass off whenever u do the door test. It is your forte, kitang kita disappointed ka 😢😂

[@KyleLiongCars]

HAHAHAHA some cars just do it better

[@alexigs]

I find the door thud section useful. Keep doing that . 👍

[@KyleLiongCars]

Thanks haha and will do

[@bravemaster99]

With this price, I'd go for the GAC Emzoom base or mid variant.

[@KyleLiongCars]

I haven't tried it yet, but on paper, that would be a good choice

[@bravemaster99]

@@KyleLiongCars hoping you could review it :D

[@KyleLiongCars]

@@bravemaster99 Getting the lendout unit next week! :D

[@bravemaster99]

@@KyleLiongCars 😱 can't wait for it!!!

[@siimortzz3012]

Then for it..chinese brand

[@gcqtvchannel4125]

Doug deMuro??? 😅 You should have introduced the car like - "This is the 2022 Toyota Raize. and I'll show you the quirks and features...."

[@KanishQQuotes]

Shame on Toyota for not bringing this to India Instead they are rebadging Suzuki cars that are already on sale in India

[@KyleLiongCars]

:(

[@budaydoyrawvideos184]

This or MG or Kia stonic?

[@KyleLiongCars]

Hmmm maybe Stonic for me

[@budaydoyrawvideos184]

@@KyleLiongCars thanks Kyle. Do you have any suggestions na within same price range with raize,mz and stonic? I’m planning to buy my first car and eto pa lang pinagpipiliin ko. If none, baka go na ako sa stonic.

[@KyleLiongCars]

GX3 Pro

[@budaydoyrawvideos184]

Thanks Kyle. I just got my gx3 today :)

[@KyleLiongCars]

Congrats!

[@Oracio.M.Perata]

For an additional Php100K, I'll just get the new Nissan Almera VL. Toyota, Honda, & Mitsubishi tend to overprice their vehicles; & Pinoys still buy them.🤦🏻‍♂️

[@KyleLiongCars]

:(

[@anothersubscriber2024]

A sedan vs suv comparo? 🫠

[@thetrustysidekick3013]

That one dude in the comments is weird.

[@KyleLiongCars]

Who?

[@eduardmesinaiii7388]

Would've preferred a 1.3 4 cylinder engine of the vios rather than a 1.0 3 cylinder turbo engine. A lot of car enthusiasts doesnt have a positive opinion of 3 cylinder engines

[@KyleLiongCars]

Man the 1.0 turbo is so much better

[@eduardmesinaiii7388]

@@KyleLiongCars the turbo yes even i would like it but without it and just a 1.2 3 cylinder engine not so much and it beats me why toyota just put a 4 cylinder engine with turbo rather than a 1.0 3 cylinder turbo. Is it about the gas consumption?

[@KyleLiongCars]

Could be@@eduardmesinaiii7388

[@sunithraju5029]

Baby Rav4

[@KyleLiongCars]

HMMM no?

[@bokchoy9632]

grabe yung english ni dodong saan kaba ng graduate sa harvard o haggard university?

[@KyleLiongCars]

🤔🤔🤔

[@alwayssomewhere74]

What's wrong with his English? Can you do any better?

[@WadePJ88]

NaTry ko imaneho nakakatuwa maliit then ok naman d kc ko harurot agad eh pero city drive ok sya MakakaOvertake ako ng maayos.. ewan ko lang sa expressway paano hataw nito. City drive ko lang natry😂😂

[@KyleLiongCars]

Ok pa rin naman sa highway. Pwedeng pwede na

[@GEEEEEZUS]

Rarely people point this out but the Raize DOES NOT COME with air vents for your feet! Deal breaker!

[@KyleLiongCars]

How is that a dealbreaker?

[@SubwooferGym]

If this is true that's a deal-breaker for me too. Every car I've ever been in has feet vents

[@rondg2]

yep that's definitely a deal-breaker. i hate it when they omit basic features. it's like they're thinking that you're too stupid to notice that it's missing

[@alwayssomewhere74]

​@@KyleLiongCarsGuess they all want their shoes to get cool air when they're driving.😅

[@joytine6548]

Sir hello po remind ko lng po kayo na majority ng viewers nyo po ay mga filipino..MAG TAGALOG NA LANG PO KAYO..Salamat

[@KyleLiongCars]

My demographics are mixed based on KZbin Analytics, so English is the best to cater to all. Filipinos can understand English, but foreigners cannot. Let’s try to be as inclusive as possible :)

[@alwayssomewhere74]

And you know what's funny? You seem to sound like you can not understand English, but the truth is, the majority of Pinoys speak and understand English fairly well. @joytine6548😅

[@stormiikei]

Hi

[@KyleLiongCars]

Hello

[@Kurohagane143]

It's new, but the design already looks outdated if you compare it with its rivals. The only selling point of this vehicle is that it's a titoyota 🤢. I Also saw this vehicle in person. The sound of the hood closing made me chuckle. The "clang "sounded very cheap and hollow. The doors feels very flimsy and light lol. The vibration is freaking horible and the NVH is super super bad.

[@KyleLiongCars]

I kinda vibe how it looks

[@anothersubscriber2024]

Just like apple vs android. Apple launches features of android years later. But latter causes bugs and instability, always.