Perodua is due to introduce a new model in the second half of the year, a car that might quite possibly be very closely related to the Toyota Agya/Daihatsu Ayla eco-car sold in Indonesia. An example of the latter – debadged at that – was spied recently in KL undergoing road trials, adding to the speculation.
What’s certain is that it’ll be a hatchback, and though it has been bandied about enough times in the past, a Perodua sedan isn’t about to happen anytime soon. That hasn’t stopped rendering wiz Theophilus Chin from coming up with a fresh take on a Perodua A-segment sedan.
There’s only a side silhouette render, the profile referring to that of the Hyundai Xcent, according to him. Avoiding the usual look that most A-segment-derived sedans have, which is usually awkward looking and ill-proportioned, the rendering features a car that is less top-heavy. Black plastic strips on the doors help to visually reduce the surface area, making the car look lower, says Theo.
It’s not the first render he’s done on what a Perodua sedan could shape up like. There was a Toyota Etios-based take, and who can forget the elaborate hoax that was the Jaguh, complete with full brochure and all!
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Comments express mixed reactions to Perodua's A-segment sedan concept, ranging from skepticism about its affordability and design (comparing it to the Myvi and Vios), to optimism about its potential success in stealing market share from competitors like Honda and Proton. Some appreciate the design concept, hoping it will be a reality after long waiting, while others criticize it as a mere Photoshop mock-up or rebadge. A few mention that if launched, it could threaten existing models like Saga, with concerns about the market monopoly and industry impact. Overall, the sentiment is a combination of anticipation, criticism, and cautious optimism regarding the new sedan's prospects and design.