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.
What the Mk1 has over the Mk1 Facelift
Audio
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
| 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 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,870/mo✓ | RM2,030/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM5,047✓ | RM5,451 |
| Fuel / year (est.) | RM2,905 | RM2,905 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM14.53 | RM14.53 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM40,213✓ | RM42,230 |
| 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 at 6,000 rpm | 165 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 240 Nm at 1,400 rpm | 240 Nm at 1,400 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 85.8 mm | 77 mm × 85.8 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 | 6 (Yes) | 6 (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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
