Today’s launch of the new Perodua Myvi marks the 12th year of the nameplate’s existence, and in that time more than a million units of the B-segment hatchback have been produced (1.024 million, to be exact), spanning over two generations.
The first Myvi – based on the first-gen M300 Daihatsu Boon – made its debut in May 2005, the drive event for the car being notable in that it was held at the Sepang International Circuit.
Intended as a niche model in a sedan-dominated market, the car immediately became a hit with the buying public. Compact on the outside, yet spacious inside, pluses included it being easy to drive ( and park) and economical – prices began from RM41k for the 1.0 litre model, while 1.3 litre versions ranged from RM45k to 51k.
Affordable without looking cheap, adoption was assured, and the Myvi quickly became the best selling model in Malaysia. In 2007, the Myvi SE was introduced. With sportier looks and high-end features, it turned out to be a favourite among fans.
The first-gen facelift arrived in August 2008. The update – which brought about exterior and interior revisions as well as new equipment – resulted in a more classy appearance. Take-up for the car continued unabated, and in total, the first-gen shifted 487,400 units during its life-cycle.
Bottom row (L-R): 2011 second-gen Extreme, 2015 second-gen facelift Advance
It was replaced by the second-generation Myvi in June 2011, and the Lagi Best offering – based on the second-gen M600 Daihatsu Boon – came bearing significant upgrades in all aspects, including revisions in powertrains to 1.3 and 1.5 litre units. The 1.5 litre even had its own dedicated Lagi Power, Lagi Best tagline.
The second-gen facelift appeared four years later, and the 2015 update introduced two distinct looks, a comprehensive accessories catalogue and more standard equipment than before. New features included things unique for Malaysian needs, like a handbag lock.
Having evolved and adapted to customer needs over the years, the debut of the third-generation Myvi represents another step forward for the hatchback that could. Completely new inside and out, the new car – which is available in four variants – remains compact, spacious and practical, but most importantly, affordable.
With no shortage of novelty, be it in tech or kit, the new Myvi looks to continue where its predecessor left off – here’s to another million, then.
Read our review of the all-new 2018 Perodua Myvi and compare specifications of all the four variants at CarBase.my.
GALLERY: Perodua Myvi 1.5 Advance
GALLERY: Perodua Myvi through the years
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Where the walk around video of the new MYVI 2018 with Hafriz Shah ?? So long to publish meh !! Cepat lar ..lots of people waiting & please show how the integrated smart tag read works …all the pictures does not do justice as can really tell where the device is and how it works by looking at pictures alone.
go outside n get a life dude
Wow. Well done P2. Myvi 2018 will bring us until new gen Perodua Kembara SUV next yr.
“With no shortage of novelty, be it in tech or kit, the new Myvi looks to continue where its predecessor left off – here’s to another million, then”
Hopefully not another billion loan requested by Proton next.
Lol I think the best one was Myvi SE 2010
but handling like sampan, better myvi lagi best with EPS
Conclusion: Myvi, the Proton slayer since 2005, now and forever.
The next million Myvees coming sooner than the last !!
If proton was clever, we will have only 6 names to know.
First is saga. All 3 generations we know till today.
Tiara (savvy should be named Tiara MkII)
Wira family (plus aeroback, satria and putra) remains. Persona Mk1 and MkII are all proton wira. Gen2 and iriz are wira aeroback
Waja. inspira and preve are actually New Waja. Suprima is Waja hatchback.
Perdana.
Juara. Extra should be known as Grand Juara
Keep changing names show the market Proton not confidence of its own product.
Look! from only design the bumper, now they can design the whole car! In and out! Really proud of Perodua’s achievement! Congratulations
Amazing, 1 million Myvi sold. And yet, Perodua never got a single order from gomen departments nor a single sen of bailout
Why is this so? It shows Perodua follows Japanese concept of pride and hardwork. They don’t believe in begging for money every year.
Bravo Perodua. You have done well
Rest in pieces to the old models. Can now sell it off at last. The Myvi went from a shitbird junkyard car to all new Malaysian icon. Pity the current Honda JAzz Gk5 facelift owners (myself included, Sh**!) still using old and outdated engine and parts.
Honda Jazz has fallen. LMFAO.
Not exactly, atleast Honda Jazz have CVT and also the advance hybrid option…I don’t think those are outdated compared to MYVI
The Jazz GK5 has been a shitbird since the day it went on sale in 2014, ugly like hell and drives horrible AF. Pathetic and crappy model compared to the older GE and GD models.
Congratulations to P2. It’s a great achievement.For me P2 cars are value for your money. Keep up the good work!.
this is really nice looking car from inside out. and i impress what they really did. maybe i will get 1 and chance my name to VVTi Fan…LOL
bravo Perodua,impressive model, lots of feature, suit to current gen car. I was like Your move Proton.
Everything seems pretty good… Until you really touch on the interior plastics. Even the a/c vents feels borderline fragile. Not even comparing to other B- Segments, but it’s small brother axia enough to show it’s quirks. I guess to keep the prices low, some cost-cutting is inevitable.
My manual myvi 2005 is the best ever. Bought Almera in 2016. I would rate for my old myvi..still runs like a pro..hahaha