We’re back with a new episode of Driven Web Series, powered by Petronas Primax 95 with Advanced Energy Formula. As promised, we’re looking at Malaysia’s most affordable cars this week. Whether you’re looking to buy your very first car, or thinking of getting one for your kids, this episode is for you.
Yes, these are not actually the three cheapest cars available in Malaysia. But, we at paultan.org decided to ignore models without ABS for this episode; for obvious reasons, really. You shouldn’t be looking at vehicles without that basic safety equipment, just plain and simple. So out went the Perodua Axia Standard variants and the Proton Saga. The cheaper Myvis too, actually.
What we’re left with are the Axia SE 1.0, Iriz 1.3 and Kia Picanto, all in their cheaper manual transmission forms. So, which one of these cars should you buy? Watch the video above to find out our clear verdict.
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AI-generated Summary ✨
Comments on the blog post focus mainly on the safety, build quality, and value of the three cars. Many praise the Proton Iriz for its handling, safety features, and affordability, despite some concerns about NVH and interior quality. The Kia Picanto is appreciated for its safety equipment, interior finish, and ease of driving, though some mention its higher price and limited safety features compared to the Japan-made Pixis. The Perodua Axia is viewed as a basic, city-centric car with excellent fuel economy but significant safety compromises, lacking stability control and airbags in some models. Several commenters emphasize safety features like ABS and airbags as essential, criticizing the lack of these in budget models. Overall, sentiments favor the Iriz and Picanto for their safety and driving experience, while the Axia is seen as suitable only for short city trips with safety trade-offs.