Verdict
The Mk1 is about 8% cheaper, while the Mk1 Facelift is 5% more powerful. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM183,374✓ | RM198,888 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 156 hp | 165 hp✓ |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.7 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 7.3 L/100 km | 7.3 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 202 km/h | 202 km/h |
| Co2 | 169 g/km | 169 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,530 mm | 4,530 mm |
| Width | 1,871 mm | 1,871 mm |
| Height | 1,538 mm | 1,538 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,727 mm | 2,727 mm |
| Weight | 1,420 kg | 1,420 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 468 litres | 468 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R17 | 225/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R17 | 225/50R17 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Flexible Transverse Beam | Flexible Transverse Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy Canaveral | 18" Alloy Canaveral |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy Canaveral | 18" Alloy Canaveral |
| Steering | Electro hydraulic power steering | Electro hydraulic power steering |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Belts | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX | Yes | Yes |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Xenon headlamp | Xenon headlamp |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Front seats with electric lumbar & massage function | Front seats with electric lumbar & massage function |
| Rear Seats | Split folding rear seats | Split folding rear seats |
| Front Air-con | Automatic dual zone air-conditioning | Automatic dual zone air-conditioning |
| Rear Air-con | Yes | Yes |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Roof | Panoramic Roof |
| Interior Lighting | Map + Ambient Lights | Map + Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | Yes | Yes |
| Audio | CD RDS MP audio system with Arkamys® audio processing with Denon® Hi-Fi and 6 SpeakersOptional: Denon® Hi-Fi with Arkamys® audio processing and 10 Speakers | — |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Start | Yes | Yes |
| Locks | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | Yes |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.