Just as the announcement was made about the order books being opened for the 2014 Perodua Axia, along comes the complete tentative pricing for the four variants that will be available when the five-door hatchback makes its debut. The price list was leaked online earlier today, as were baseline specification levels and kit for the models.
Pricing for the four variants, as seen in the graphic, are:
- Standard E (1.0 E manual) – RM24,900 (solid), RM25,300 (metallic)
- Standard G (1.0 G manual) – RM32,800 (solid), RM33,200 (metallic)
- Standard G (1.0 G automatic) – RM34,800 (solid), RM35,200 (metallic)
- Special Edition (1.0 SE manual) – RM37,900 (solid), RM38,300 (metallic)
- Special Edition (1.0 SE automatic) – RM 40,900 (solid), RM41,300 (metallic)
- Advance (1.0 AV automatic) – RM44,900 (solid), RM45,300 (metallic)
With the exception of the entry Standard E grade 1.0 litre manual, of which the booking fee is RM250, the booking fee for the Axia range is RM300.
Perodua Axia 1.0 E
The base E grade Axia is only available with a five-speed manual transmission – no auto option. It’s basic as expected, and is the only variant with steel rims and wheel caps, but body colour bumpers and door handles are at least standard.
Equipment
- 14-inch steel wheels
- LED rear combination lamps
- Body coloured bumpers
- Painted door handles
- Vanity mirror for driver
- Fabric seats
- Power windows
- ECO Drive indicator (fuel efficiency coach)
- Power steering
- Dual airbags (driver and passenger)
- Immobiliser
Pricing
- 1.0 E Manual – RM24,900 (solid)
- 1.0 E Manual – RM25,300 (metallic)
Perodua Axia 1.0 G
The Axia 1.0 G is the next variant up, and the entry level if you want automatic transmission (four-speed torque converter unit). A five-speed manual is also available. The G-level specification brings alloy wheels (14-inch for the whole Axia range) and remote control entry and alarm (old school key for E), as well as taken for granted amenities like reverse sensors and an audio player.
Equipment
- 14-inch alloy wheels
- Remote control entry and alarm
- Reverse sensors
- Electronically-controlled side mirrors (retractable)
- Rear wiper and defogger
- CD player with four speakers
- Driver’s side seat height adjuster
- Seat hook on the back of the front passenger seat
- Package tray
- Tissue compartment for the rear seats
- Coin box / multipurpose container
- Isofix mounts for child seat
- Seat belt warning buzzer
Pricing
- 1.0 G Manual – RM32,800 (solid)
- 1.0 G Manual – RM33,200 (metallic)
- 1.0 G Automatic – RM34,800 (solid)
- 1.0 G Automatic – RM35,200 (metallic)
Perodua Axia 1.0 SE
The Axia 1.0 SE has a different exterior compared to the standard E and G grades. Here’s what the 1.0 SE adds on to the 1.0 G model.
Equipment
- Projector headlamps
- SE bodykit with aero bumpers, side skirting and rear spoiler
- Fog lamps
- Front parking sensors
- Chrome front grille
- Audio head unit with CD, MP3 and Bluetooth support
- Painted door armrest
- Fabric door trim
- Semi-bucket seats
- Silver and chrome interior finish
- Separated rear headrest
- Shift lever knob with ‘ornament’
- Handbrake lever with ‘ornament’
- ABS, EBD and brake assist
- Security tint film
Pricing
- 1.0 SE Manual – RM37,900 (solid)
- 1.0 SE Manual – RM38,300 (metallic)
- 1.0 SE Automatic – RM40,900 (solid)
- 1.0 SE Automatic – RM41,300 (metallic)
Perodua Axia 1.0 Advance
The top-of-the-range Axia Advance, or AV, is only available with a four-speed automatic gearbox. Exterior-wise, it’s the same as the SE model, but adds the following specs to the interior:
Equipment
- Touchscreen multimedia audio system with DVD, Bluetooth and GPS
- Leather seats
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls
Pricing
- 1.0 Advance Automatic – RM44,900 (solid)
- 1.0 Advance Automatic – RM45,300 (metallic)
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AI-generated Summary ✨
Comments on the Perodua Axia focus on its affordability, with many praising the low price especially for the base model, despite some criticizing the lack of safety features like ABS and airbags in lower variants. Several mention the good fuel consumption and practical design suitable for city driving and students, emphasizing the value for money. There are mixed reactions about the range’s safety equipment; some feel it’s insufficient given the price, while others accept it as typical for low-cost city cars. A few comments compare it unfavorably to competitors or earlier models, and some sarcastically highlight unnecessary features like tissue boxes. Overall, the sentiments are a mix of positive appreciation for the price and features at that level, tempered with disappointment over limited safety equipment in the cheaper variants.