This is the third-generation Daihatsu Xenia, which is essentially the more affordable twin of the Toyota Avanza that was revealed yesterday. Making its debut at this year’s Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS), Daihatsu’s new Low MPV is nearly a carbon copy of Toyota’s offering, but with some styling tweaks and a “simpler” kit list – the latter keeps the price down.
Speaking of, the Xenia range starts with the 1.3 M MT that is priced at 190.9 million rupiah (RM55,681), followed by the 1.3 X MT at IDR193.9 million (RM56,554) and 1.3 X CVT at IDR209.2 million (RM61,017).
Progressing further, we arrive at the 1.3 R MT that retails at IDR204 million (RM59,607) and is offered with two cost options, including an Astra Daihatsu Styling (ADS) package for an additional IDR9 million (RM2,629), while choosing a special colour (SC) – Compagno Red – is an extra IDR1.5 million (RM438) – both can be specified together.
The 1.3 R CVT is next at IDR219.3 million (RM64,016), followed by the 1.5 R MT at IDR221 million (RM64,512) and 1.5 R CVT at IDR233.7 million (RM68,219) – these variants also get the same ADS and SC optional add-ons at the prices mentioned for the 1.3 R MT. At the top of the heap is the 1.5 R CVT ASA, priced at IDR242.4 million (RM70,759), which only gets the SC cost option.
For context, the latest Avanza in Indonesia starts at IDR206.2 million (RM60,192) for the base 1.3E and peaks at IDR264.4 million (RM77,156) when opting for the range-topping 1.5G CVT TSS. The Veloz is even most expensive, starting at IDR251.2 million (RM73,304) and going all the way up to IDR291.5 million (RM85,064).
Like the Avanza, the Xenia rides on the Daihatsu New Global Architecture (DNGA) and is now front-wheel drive instead of rear-wheel drive. It also switches from a ladder frame to monocoque construction and uses the same suspension setup – MacPherson struts at the front and a torsion beam at rear (previously a live axle).
The engine line-up is the same too, with “1.3” variants being powered by a 1NR-VE 1.3 litre naturally-aspirated DOHC four-cylinder unit with Dual VVT-i that serves up 98 PS at 6,000 rpm and 121 Nm of torque at 4,200 rpm. Meanwhile, “1.5” variants get a 2NR-VE 1.5 litre engine making 106 PS at 6,000 rpm and 137 Nm at 4,200 rpm.
Both engines can be paired with either a five-speed manual or Daihatsu’s D-CVT (the previous four-speed auto is no more) depending on variant, which a little different compared to the Avanza. The Toyota MPV’s 1.3 litre engine can only be had with a manual, while only the 1.5 litre powerplant gets both transmission options.
Styling-wise, the Xenia shares the same basic profile with the Avanza, but it gets its own front fascia that consists of a more prominent upper grille (housing the Daihatsu badge) and smaller lower intake – both carry a diamond-pattern mesh.
There’s also different bumper design that features a flat, body-coloured surface dividing the upper and lower air intakes, while the fog lamp surrounds have a more vertical orientation reminiscent of the fancier Veloz. The rear of the Xenia looks pretty much unchanged from the Avanza, save for the Daihatsu badge that sits atop a black trim linking the taillights.
Inside, it’s again identical to the Avanza in terms of layout, albeit with materials that don’t look as premium. There are still three rows of seats to accommodate up to seven people, with the second row being a 60:40 split and the third row a 50:50 split.
In terms of equipment, the base 1.3 M MT gets 15-inch steel wheels, LED headlamps, combination LED taillights, manual air-conditioning with a digital display and rear vents, an Optitron meter cluster, a seven-inch touchscreen head unit, two speakers, ABS, EBD and two airbags.
The 1.3 X variants improve upon the above by adding 15-inch alloy wheels, two more speakers, rear parking sensors, while CVT-equipped versions also get VSC, brake assist and hill start assist. Stepping up to the 1.3 R variants nets you automatic retractable side mirrors, fog lamps, an exhaust muffler, two additional tweeters, a nine-inch touchscreen, a 4.2-inch multi-info display, keyless engine start, a card key, steering wheel audio controls, an immobiliser and security alarm.
Moving on to the 1.5 R variants, they build upon the 1.3 R offerings by gaining a red accent line on the grille, 16-inch polished alloy wheels, chrome door handles, manually-adjustable driver’s seat height, keyless entry and a 360-degree camera.
Specific to the range-topper (1.5 R CVT ASA) is a suite of safety and driver assist systems that are part of the Advanced Safety Assist (ASA) suite. The systems here include Pre Collision System (warning and automatic braking), Pedal Misoperation Control, Leading Vehicle Departure Warning, Lane Departure Warning and Lane Departure Prevention.
Variants specified with the ADS package mentioned earlier will also gain front bumper lip, side skirts, a diffuser-like element at the rear, black window film, rear reflector garnish, tailgate garnish, ambient lights, carbon-like trim, special floor mats and an air purifier.
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At the top of the heap is the 1.5 R CVT ASA, priced at IDR242.4 million (RM70,759).
Nice.
https://paultan.org/2021/11/11/2022-perodua-myvi-facelift-to-get-adaptive-cruise-control-lane-keep-assist-power-mode-voice-control/
For the same price we get crampy & crappy myvi. Without Preodua We could get better cars than Preodua offerings.
The Exora will be Game Over soon, more and more MPV are getting modern and exciting while the Exora is still the same old car with boring features and design
Copy paste:
“Game-changer/game-over”?
P2 fanboys 2 years ago said Aruz is game changer, even claimed the sales figure confirm dabao sales of the X70.
Now the sales of the Aruz is lower than Alza. Even lower than X50 and X70 despite of being priced significantly cheaper than the X-series cars. How is that a game changer?
Need to mention also that Ativa sales and X50 sales only differ by 134 unit for October. Was expecting more than that last time due to the price factor.”
It’ll be interesting to learn if there’s any more differences between the Xenia and Avanza. Perhaps a reduction of sound insulation for the Xenia.
Takpayah fikir, takpayah pening. Beli je p2 Alza..
I hope Daihatsu can sell this Game-Changing car soon. I would rather buy a Daihatsu than a celup overpriced Perodua
do you know perodua and daihatsu is the same parent company ? if daihatsu ever sell its own price in malaysia, i think the price will be even higher.
Membeli kereta tanpa berfikir kerana tak mahu pening, budaya konsumer baru? Ini mesti sebab dulu dah gagal peperiksaan sekolah ni.
Padan muka Proton. Clearly they wanna wait new Alza comes out then launch their celup Exora Jiaji hoping to steal some sales. Nice try but rakyat will always trust and buy Perodua more, just look at Alza-Exora sales ratio 5:1 as solid proof that will not gonna change forever ha ha ha losers!
Kalau pening, dapatkan Panadol Actifast.
The same also applies to Proton. No wonder more clueless drivers on the roads.
“It also switches from a ladder frame to monocoque construction”
Unibody to monocoque. The Avanza-Xenia twin never used a body-on-frame Configuration from the start.
New Alza sure only 1.5l. So the price starts from RM72k.
I think Xenia and Avanza are beautiful cars. Really looking forward with Alza using Xenia based model
New Alza
front like bezza. rear like rav4. xenia sounds like hernia btw.
hopefully Perodua offer come with 360 cameras as standard or as Gearup option. veloz definitely looks better, hopefully P2 use veloz as malaysian design or no need to change anything except the badge.
And then charge you Rm80-100k for it, you want? When Indons can get at Rm60k only.
– Naturally Aspirated Engines
– Cheaper Maintenance Cost
– Brand New Interior
– ASA 3.0 Safety Suite
Caldina mod marii
Sure will sell like hotcakes
Alza second generation successor
Nice
New Xenia quite interesting
Before this new Xenia|Avanza twin was launch, there was another Daihatsu FWD van which is marketed to consumer “Sigra”.
Still have to test how powerful these new FWD and gearbox setup perform in real life environment compare to RWD version of Aruz/Rush/Xenia
if perodua engineer already involve in the design of this “Daihatsu Xenia” earlier, so pls Perodua no need to change the design any more, just bring in & change the badge ok done..
Yup another 1 million sales for Perodua soon. Sayonara adios to Proton Jiaji celup.
Some said… “Baik beli…..”
Pakai Lamborghini pun rosak ju a..aduss