Richard Hammond, or known as the Hamster should be a household name by now, thanks to him being part of BBC’s Top Gear team.
The Hamster recently took the Perodua Myvi out for a spin, and he seems to be impressed! This should be good news for Perodua, who plans to lift it’s export volume from 3,000 units currently to 10,000 units a year.
No jokes, this is a good-looking car. But if it looks familiar, that’s because this is a Daihatsu Sirion in all but name. You see it costs billions to develop a new car – you design them on computers then build lots of them to crash into walls. So Perodua let someone else do it and spent their money sticking a new badge on it.
But they kept a bit back to spend on styling. Which is why, even though it shares bits and pieces with the Sirion, the Myvi is better looking.
And his final verdict:
So under seven grand for a good-looking car, built in a factory shared with Toyota, which handles as well as a Yaris, does nearly 50mpg with a three-year warranty – yes please.
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AI-generated Summary ✨
Comments generally reflect positive sentiments toward Perodua and its Myvi, praising its practicality, affordability, and perceived success as a Malaysian car. Several comments highlight Perodua's involvement in design and manufacturing, with some critics questioning its originality and comparing it to rebadged models from Daihatsu and Toyota. Concerns about quality issues and build problems are raised, but some owners express satisfaction with their Myvi, despite initial faults. The discussions also touch on national pride, with many asserting Perodua as a true Malaysian success, while other comments criticize Proton's offerings. There’s a sense of patriotism and pride in Perodua’s achievements, alongside debates on national car status and industry competitiveness. Overall, the comments show admiration mixed with critical views, emphasizing affordability and practical use.