The 2019 Perodua Axia has been officially launched. The revamped bestseller was unveiled at Perodua Sentral this morning after the original stage – the MYPerodua Nation carnival that was supposed to be happen this weekend in Setia Alam – got called off due to the haze.
Perodua opened order books for the 2019 Axia last month, and revealed full specifications and estimated prices along with it, although no official images were released. We can now confirm that the prices are final – Malaysia’s most affordable car is priced from RM24,090 for the “driving school spec” Standard E to RM43,190 for the range topping Advance with all the bells and whistles. More on the new goodies later.
The Viva-replacing Axia has been with us since September 2014, and it received a midlife facelift in January 2017. For all its life, the Axia has had two unique faces – a normal one and a sportier one for the SE and Advance. This split is no more – now, all Axia variants share the same face, with trim differences.
The outgoing Axia range had four trim levels (E, G, SE, Advance) and two of those (G and SE) had manual or auto options (base E was MT only, top Advance was AT only). In the 2019 Axia range, Perodua has added two new variants, and deleted the manual option for the SE, which means that other than the kosong E, all Axias come with a four-speed automatic. The new range reads E, G, GXtra (new), Style (new) SE and Advance.
Like before, the 5MT and 4AT are paired with a 1.0 litre three-cylinder engine. The 1KR-VE VVT-i engine makes 67 hp and 91 Nm of torque at 4,400 rpm. Claimed FC is unchanged – 22.5 km/l for the MT and 21.6 km/l for the AT. The new SUV-inspired Style variant is rated lower at 20.8 km/l, likely due to a combination of extra weight, bigger tyres and less smooth airflow (more on this later). The Axia is an Energy Efficient Vehicle (EEV).
We move on to equipment. Like before, all variants above the E come with ABS and EBD, but Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) makes its debut in the 2019 Axia. The active safety system, and P2’s anti-theft bag hook are available from the GXtra up. That’s very welcome, but the big news here is the introduction of the Advanced Safety Assist (ASA) 2.0 safety pack on the range topping Axia Advance.
First seen on the Myvi and then the Aruz (in 2.0 form), P2’s ASA safety suite includes Pre-Collision Warning (PCW), Pre-Collision Braking (PCB), Front Departure Alert (FDA) and Pedal Misoperation Control (PMC), all working with the assistance of a stereo camera located at the top of the windscreen. The model’s airbag count remains at two, and the Axia’s four-star ASEAN NCAP rating is maintained, but the addition of VSC and ASA 2.0 is a big deal in this segment.
Away from safety kit, the G spec gets two speakers, electric side mirrors, and 14-inch alloys. For many, the GXtra is where it really starts – besides the above-mentioned VSC and anti-snatch bag hook, it adds on rear parking sensors, driver’s seat height adjustment, and two rear speakers (for four in total).
As mentioned, going for the SE will no longer get you a unique face, but it’s still the “sporty” variant in the range thanks to skirting on the front bumper and sides with red pinstripe accents on the grille, front bumper and rear bumper. There’s a matching red trim on the dashboard’s centre stack.
Other SE-onwards equipment include safety and solar window tint, front parking sensors, electric folding door mirrors, “semi bucket” seats (with a thick centre stripe) and keyless entry with push-button start. Like before, the top Advance is based on the SE, but it adds on ASA 2.0 and a touchscreen head unit with reverse camera.
VSC and ASA aside, the big surprise is the new Axia Style variant, which gets SUV-inspired looks – think Volkswagen CrossPolo, Hyundai i20 Active and Honda WR-V. Merely dressed up in SUV fashion, the Axia Style has no extra off-road ability than the standard car, and P2 has steered clear of any SUV connotations with the variant name.
Like those global B-segment examples, the Style wears SUV-style black plastic cladding around the lower body, with silver painted sections at the lower front and rear bumpers that mimic skid plates. Adding to the desired effect are black roof rails, although they’re merely decorative and can’t be used to mount a roof box.
The Style’s front end is slightly different from the rest of the range, thanks to black carbon-textured stickers around the “mouth”, giving it a face that reminds us of the previous-gen blue-coloured Myvi SE. There’s also a unique dotted grille insert and an exclusive Style colour – Sunrise Orange. Clear tail lamps are exclusive to the Style in the 2019 Axia range.
The Style also stands taller than other Axias, by 15 mm to be exact. This added height is not because of raised suspension, but is only from the 15-inch two-tone alloys (an inch up from other variants) and thicker tyres combo, plus the roof rails. The result of this is slightly compromised fuel economy: 20.8 km/l vs the standard automatic car’s 21.6 km/l.
Inside, the Axia Style is unchanged save for unique black “denim” fabric for the seats, which have a “fish scale” pattern and contrast stitching. The Style is actually not the range topper, and aside from its unique “SUV bits” equipment count is largely similar to the GXtra, but with the addition of keyless entry and push start. A white illuminated meter panel is standard from the Style onwards.
Perodua is expecting 20% to 25% of total Axia sales – which are skewed towards women (in contrast, most Bezza buyers are men) – to come from the Style. Like what you see?
As for colours, the E is only available in Ivory White, while the rest of the range can be had in Ivory White, Glittering Silver, Midnight Blue and Lava Red. The latter red is not available for the G (only three options) and Style, but for the latter it’s replaced by the variant exclusive Sunrise Orange (four options).
As usual, the warranty is for five years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first. Lastly, pricing and the spec breakdown in point form. On-the-road (without insurance, Pen Malaysia; add RM2k for East Malaysia) prices for the 2019 Axia are:
- Axia Standard E – RM24,090
- Axia Standard G – RM33,490
- Axia GXtra – RM34,990
- Axia Style – RM38,890
- Axia SE – RM38,890
- Axia Advance – RM43,190
2019 Perodua Axia 1.0 Standard E – RM24,090
Gets as standard:
Mechanicals
- 1.0 litre VVT-i DOHC engine
- 998 cc naturally-aspirated three-cylinder
- 67 hp at 6,000 rpm
- 91 Nm at 4,400 rpm
- Five-speed manual transmission
- Ventilated brake discs (front), drums (rear)
Exterior
- 14-inch steel wheels
- Halogen projector headlamps
- LED tail lamps, red lens
Interior
- Four-way manual front seat adjustment
- Standard type fabric
- Power windows
- Two cupholders
Safety
- Dual airbags
- Rear ISOFIX child seat anchors
- Four-star ASEAN NCAP safety rating
2019 Perodua Axia 1.0 Standard G – RM33,490
Adds on:
Mechanicals
- Four-speed automatic transmission
Exterior
- 14-inch alloy wheels
- Rear wiper
- Body colour side mirrors
Interior
- Power-adjustable door mirrors
- Seat back pockets
- 2-DIN head unit with USB
- Rev counter and trip computer (average FC, range)
- Two speakers
- Remote key with alarm, panic button, central locking
- Centre console with third cupholder
- Multi-purpose container
Safety
- ABS with EBD
2019 Perodua Axia 1.0 GXtra – RM34,990
Adds on:
Exterior
- Chrome grille trim
- Powered and retractable door mirrors
- Rear defogger
Interior
- Mid type fabric
- Painted centre cluster (silver)
- Painted steering wheel spokes (silver)
- Driver’s seat height adjustment
- Grip handles
- Anti-snatch hook
- Two rear speakers (total four)
Safety
- Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) with traction control
- Rear parking sensors
2019 Perodua Axia 1.0 Style – RM38,890
Adds on:
Exterior
- Unique front and rear bumpers (for Style only)
- Unique grille insert with carbon-style surround (for Style only)
- Black body cladding (for Style only)
- Decorative roof rails (for Style only)
- 15-inch two-tone alloy wheels (for Style only)
- Rear reflectors (for Style only)
- Clear lens tail lamps (for Style only)
- Sunrise Orange colour option (for Style only)
- B-pillar black-out stickers
- New design projector headlamps
- Front fog lamps
- Rear spoiler with third brake light
- Smart Key keyless entry
- Chrome door handles
Interior
- Push-button engine start/stop
- White illuminated meter panel
- Semi bucket type seats
- Detachable rear headrests
- Chrome trim on centre cluster
- Chrome inside door handles
- Painted door armrests (silver)
- Black denim-style fabric upholstery (for Style only)
2019 Perodua Axia 1.0 SE – RM38,890
Adds on:
Exterior
- Front and rear skirting with red trim
- Red trim on grille
- Two-tone side skirts
- Wing mirror turn signals
Interior
- Red trim on centre cluster and side AC vents
- Solar and security window tint
- SE-type fabric upholstery
- Fabric trim on door panels
- Bluetooth function on head unit
Safety
- Front parking sensors
2019 Perodua Axia 1.0 Advance – RM43,190
Adds on:
Exterior
- Front and rear skirting with gloss black trim
- 14-inch two-tone alloy wheels
Interior
- Chrome trim on centre cluster and side AC vents
- Steering audio controls
- Leather wrapped steering
- Touchscreen head unit with navigation, Smart Link, HDMI
Safety
- Advanced Safety Assist (ASA) 2.0
- Pre-Collision Warning and Braking with pedestrian detection
- Front Departure Alert
- Pedal Misoperation Control
- Reverse camera
For full specs and to compare the 2019 Perodua Axia against price rivals such as the just-refreshed Proton Saga, head to CarBase.my.
GALLERY: 2019 Perodua Axia Style
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Baby Picanto
Perodua, you are targeting young buyers and we are budget conscious people, please put Android or Apple play or Bluetooth or at the most AUX on your cars!
With this car, Proton will soon see waterfalls sales. Kasihan Proton
You’d been telling us that since new Myvi came out, Alza facelift, Aruz launch, and now Axia facelift, but so far the only waterfalls I see is your tears when reality don’t matched what you told us. Proton sales continue to go up and up.
Stupid comment
first facelift SE & AV models look better
Wow axia suv style same price as axia se? Habis lah iriz!
Why compare it to the Iriz? The Iriz is in a bigger segment (it’s a foot longer and 4 inches wider) and is also not one of Proton’s “budget” segment. That would be the Saga. There isn’t currently a comparable Proton hatchback to the Axia.
The Axia Style is not value for money. At that price bracket a Saga Premium AT is better equipped and has a more practical boot space. The only reason to buy the Axia Style is because it’s a hatchback that looks different.
Otherwise, it’s actually better to either spend almost RM4000 less for the GXtra, or the same price for the SE which has Bluetooth functionality, front parking sensors, and better FC. The Style is practically a GXtra with a bodykit.
Actually Proton Saga is much more dated.
1. it’s based on Proton Saga BLM 2008.
2. it’s still old campro, using thick engine oil. suitable engine oil is 10W-30 up to 40degree ambient. 10W-40 for 40degree ambient above. 10W-30 is Perodua Viva’s generation. today only vvt modified.
3. Axia is alumnium engine, vvti, 0W-20 thin engine oil, API SN high grade required. RM200. Axia gear Oil is RM80 each change.
5. Axia interior is even more spacious than Saga. smaller boot due to hatchback. Axia’s 260 Liter boot space even larger than Iriz’s boot space 215 Liter.
Axia 2014 launched earlier, already touted to have interior size matched 2nd Gen Myvi 2011.
Well, Proton Saga is not that bad anyway. It’s still a super value Mini Sedan.
wahh…completenya safety kat axia…harga murah pula tu…35k ada complete safety sudah….hahahah…Panasnya kepala…kuning2 je air menitis dari atas…
Without any doubts, the new Axia FL will be a game changer for sure and maintain it’s no.1 spot again. Now with a new crossover look, sales will increase significantly and game the Saga FL over. There are several reasons why the new Axia FL will continue to be Malaysian game changer again
Why people prefer the game changing Axia over the Saga FL? It is because that Axia RV remain high even after 5 years of using it. You drive Saga for 5 years, RV will drop 80% from it’s original price.
The reasons why Axia FL will continue to be Malaysian game changer is because that game changing Axia FL have a new trending crossover look, complete safety features, High RV and proven quality. This is why Saga FL have no chance to compete with the new Axia FL
So pathetic! Is there no real Malaysian proud of the Axia? I can only see a bunch of paid P2 trolls with stupid names praising the Axia.
Nothing to be proud about a rebadge car that Perodua engineers did nothing significant except changing the bumpers. I have never seen anyone truly proud of a Perodua car, never. Not even their owners.
Perodua sales is always 4X Proton sales. Shameful for Proton always
Another tikus
I like Saga. The low RV makes it an affordable & safe used car for the lower income groups. This unlike Axia & Bezza still commanding high prices for very poor cars, so not many Axia & Bezza are resold back to the market. In terms of ecology, Saga makes perfect sense for continually being reused. Perodua cars? Not so much.
Perodua CEO said VSC can’t be fitted on the Axia and Alza platforms, but now suddenly it is possible after Saga has VSC. I don’t trust my safety to a company that blatantly lied to earn more profits.
P2 should come clean about this or at least provide some explanation. How come last time they said cannot fit VSC, now can pulak? I know it doesnt matter much to the public, but some of us incl. myself are very curious. was it because they figured out the technology or any workaround? Or they just didnt want to do it because it would increase their costs and hurt their bottomline?
Good bye lousy Perodua, hello comfort safety Proton
Wow lots of cost-down initiative that is not highlighted to the consumers.
1. No power folding door mirrors for models below SE. Previously all models except E had power folding door mirrors.
2. Red lens rear lights for all models (even the advance version!) except style model.
3. Anti-theft bag hook deleted from G model
They also ditched the leather seats for advance variant. Whyyy??
Not really paultan.org’s fault but more of Perodua failure to properly disclose the real differences between Standard E and Standard G variant. As edvident by the interior shot, there is still no rev counter in the intrument cluster and no radio + speakers. Furthermore going of the 2017 – 2019 Axia, the Standard E will also omit the rear wiper, alarm with imbolizer, centre console which reduce the cup holder count by one, rear parcel shelf, less good quality fabric (in typically perodua fashion) among other things.
Aiyoh, Boleh-Landers don’t care lah.
Asalkan murah, ada Jepunis teknologi, Perodua badge, RV, kurang minyak …. sudah win liao.
See the fanbois salivating here, hailing it as the best thing since white rice.
baik beli saga
As I go through the pictures to better understand this new Axia, I discover that the Standard G variant dosen’t have a front passenger grip handle.
Are the alloy wheels on the SE variant the same design but different finish to those on 1.3 Myvi’s?
style version so lawaaa !
Perodua should really have another variant positioned above the Standard E and below RM30k. The price difference between the Standard E and Standard G being close to RM9400 is frankly just ridiculous.
The G manual used to be RM30,200 when first launched. When they did the facelift, they jacked it up higher.
If Perodua has neglected to the alter the rear seat back angle and tweak overal seat shape for better comfort AND has neglected to imporve highway stabilty, my money will still be on Proton even with their more questionble quality.
Perodua is the right choice for me.. .. Good resale value…Toyota reliability.. Good quality & long lasting car…. Say no to crappy Proton Saga.
Words from a known name-changing P2 troll. Very ‘believable’ indeed. LMAO.
Boring car. NEXT!!!!
Go go go… The game changer is coming! Nangislah Saga!
cehh…the roof rail is for decorative and asthetic purpose only….later…got problem lah if want to put roof rack ….
Paultan.org – “and deleted the manual option for the SE”
Me – and deleted the manual option for the G and SE.
The price gap between the E & G is quite huge and the only main difference is the gearbox (and maybe the rim) Justifiable?
There is a lot of differences between the two variants.
The Axia Standard E was originally available with white only. Then with 2017 Sliver became an option and it indirectly made the Standard E a popular choice. However since it’s a base model, profit is low and with this iteration, the Standard E returns to white only to lessen private buyers of the Standard E variant. Just my opinion.
P2 should bring in manual version for this suv style axia. Still alot people out there love manual transmission.
Manual from P2… you will only get bombarded plus swearing word from Poodua SA if you try ask for one.
Disappointed looks.. only the style version looks special a bit, previous advanced looks nicer… vsc n abs should fix as standard not just offering functionless bodykits, pvc seat cover, hooks…
You can imagine when axia get vsc, will increase a lot of axia tiong your behind in highway, so scary.
Everybody is going crazy over the new Axia. This will be another hot seller like the Myvi. Even the new Myvi, launched in Nov 2018, already sold 150,000 cars.
Now plus this new hot seller, Perodua sales will be 250,000. This means, P2 sales no more 4X that of Proton, it is now 5X.
Perodua cars are so safe now, habis lah Iriz and Saga sales
Overpriced junk. Habis lah P2!
With new SuvAxia, now you can drive tough around orchard estate, you also can speed through speed bump at 70kmph.
What are you talking about
With no revisions to suspension you think can ah?
Now that the style variant is out, i can just say that i really like the styling of the car, just not in that orange though. Originally thought that orange will be like a vibrant orange , turns out it’s not the case.
Nothing beats the kelisa aka mini cooper
Bagus. Perodua dan Proton bersaing dengan sihat.
باكوس. فرودوا دان فروتون برسايع دعن سيحة
Without any doubt, the new Axia FL will be a game changer and maintain it’s no.1 spot again. Now with crossover look, sales will increase significantly and game the Saga FL over. There are reasons why the new Axia FL will continue to be Malaysian game changer again
Ok, just nice. Nothing to bash. A little something to praise. Good for the price range.
Too many trimming variants and unnecessary permutation in installations.
Finally.. front bumper almost identical to previous myvi generation..
If you’re gonna release an existing car as ‘new’, then go way further than brandishing a new look that’s not even standard across more than the 1 variant. And further than just adding one new feature, that’s not even available in the new look model! Not counting VSC because last time P2 BS-ed that it couldn’t fit it in, and voila. Lie better or not at all next time.
Also, after having made things easy for themselves by standardizing the designs and limiting the variants. Who was the genius that decided to re-complicate things here? Why even have the SE variant? For people that don’t want the crossover look, but want front parking sensors and keyless entry? Get the GXtra and go to an accessories shop, save yourself the RM4000 difference.
I agree with you, Perodua should have just kept the Axia at 4 trim levels. The G and SE are so pointless.
All thanks to Saga 2019 FL for pushing Stability Control and more airbags down the segment. If Saga was not here, Axia would still come with 1 or no airbag and no Stability Control. All credits should go towards Saga and Proton in general. Well done to you guys!
Do you remember that Perodua CEO said VSC couldn’t be fitted on the Axia and Alza platforms? Funny how suddenly Perodua can do it now after Saga has VSC. Perodua just got caught red-handed lying to earn more profit.
Perodua has been forced to have two airbags in their cars from 2013. It’s thanks to the government, not Proton.
Government mandated the law because Proton could match it. However all these while Mira & Boon JDM have twin airbags as standard, so why did they waited for government to mandate before implementing? Ans: It’s all about their overlords greediness to maximise profits.
If Proton didn’t take first steps, government wouldn’t make it a law, and certainly Perodua wouldn’t give all these features you see now. It all started from Proton.
Too bad style version don’t have touchscreen radio..
Choose Saga for space and practicality
Choose Axia for fuel consumption
Saga FL is improved version
Axia looks nice
For long term usage Saga is better
Your money your choice
The ground clearance of the “Style edition” is only 1.5cm higher by measurement, but by the look, it looks much higher than that. It wondrous!
I could not believe the price difference between the base model and the top end…
Wah! More safety features than the new BMW 3 series….
still no adjustable steering wheel??
P2 player immediately looks so dated when comparing to P1 saga …………..
why do i have a feeling perodua rushed this one to production just so they wouldnt lose out to saga? many info also absent from P2 with regards to the specs.
Kete goyang2.. performance xada… body ringan/nipis harga 44k?? … goodbye perodua.. hi proton