Verdict
The Mk1 is about 8% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM118,571✓ | RM129,067 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally aspirated with variable intake and exhaust valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally aspirated with variable intake and exhaust valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,591 cc | 1,591 cc |
| Horsepower | 132 hp | 132 hp |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6 Speed Automatic | 6 Speed Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,220 mm | 4,220 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,790 mm |
| Height | 1,399 mm | 1,399 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 440 litres | 440 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/45R17 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/45R17 | 215/40R18 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Korea (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17” Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17” Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear door | Manual for rear door |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-Point | 4 Three-Point |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjust | Manual Adjust |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-Folding | 60:40 Split-Folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-Con | Single-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Front Tilt and Slide, Rear Moon Roof | Front Tilt and Slide, Rear Moon Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunvisor with Illuminated Vanity Mirror | Sunvisor with Illuminated Vanity Mirror |
| Audio | 7" Touchscreen Radio with CD/WMA/MP3 playback, AUX-in, USB, iPod Connectivity and 6 Speakers | 7" Touchscreen Navigation System with CD/WMA/MP3 playback, AUX-in, USB, Bluetooth, iPod Connectivity and 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Three Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Three Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Operation | Remote Control Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 300,000 km | 300,000 km |
| 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.