Verdict
The Kia Picanto costs RM47,079, RM12,499 more than the RM34,580 Perodua Bezza, but it brings a 4-speed automatic, 83 hp and 122 Nm against the Bezza’s 5-speed manual, 67 hp and 91 Nm. The Bezza is the more practical budget choice: its 508-litre boot is nearly double the Picanto’s 255 litres, and its claimed 4.4 L/100 km economy beats 5.8 L/100 km. Yet the Kia’s six airbags, stability control and reverse camera are significant day-to-day advantages over the Bezza’s two airbags and no stability control.
Pick the Kia Picanto if you want an automatic hatchback with 83 hp, six airbags, stability control and a reverse camera.
Pick the Perodua Bezza if you can live with a 5-speed manual and want the RM12,499 saving, 508-litre boot and 4.4 L/100 km claimed economy.
Key differences
- Price: Kia Picanto RM47,079; Perodua Bezza RM34,580.
- Transmission: Kia Picanto 4-speed automatic; Perodua Bezza 5-speed manual.
- Output: Kia Picanto 83 hp and 122 Nm; Perodua Bezza 67 hp and 91 Nm.
- Rated economy: Kia Picanto 5.8 L/100 km; Perodua Bezza 4.4 L/100 km.
- Boot space: Kia Picanto 255 litres; Perodua Bezza 508 litres.
- Safety: Kia Picanto has six airbags and stability control; Perodua Bezza has two airbags and no stability control.
Picanto
- 4-speed automatic transmission
- 83 hp and 122 Nm
- Six airbags, stability control and reverse camera
- RM12,499 dearer
- 5.8 L/100 km rated economy versus 4.4 L/100 km
- 255-litre boot versus 508 litres
Bezza
- RM34,580 price
- 508-litre boot
- 4.4 L/100 km rated economy
- 5-speed manual only
- 67 hp and 91 Nm versus 83 hp and 122 Nm
- Two airbags and no stability control
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM47,079 | RM34,580✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Segment | A-Segment | A-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70 | RM20✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,248 cc | 998 cc |
| Horsepower | 83 hp✓ | 67 hp |
| Torque | 122 Nm✓ | 91 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 4-Speed Automatic | 5MT |
| Gears | 4 | 5 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Hyundai | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.8 L/100 km | 4.4 L/100 km✓ |
| Co2 | 134 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,595 mm | 4,150 mm |
| Width | 1,595 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Height | 1,485 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,400 mm | 2,455 mm |
| Weight | 983 kg | 930 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 35 litres | 36 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 255 litres | 508 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full Size 14" |
| Factory Tyres | Nexen N'blue HD Plus | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 14" Alloy | 14" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 14" Alloy | 14" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 3 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 4 stars — With AEB | — |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 4 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Available for all seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | — | Solar and Security Window Film |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Manual Adjustable, Driver's seat height adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-Folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-Zone | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Room lamp | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 1 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 7.0-inch Touchscreen Radio with CD, MP3, AUX, USB, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 speakers | Radio with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | USB Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 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.
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Picanto vs Bezza FAQ
Is the Kia Picanto or Perodua Bezza better?
The Picanto is better for automatic-driving convenience and safety equipment, with six airbags and stability control. The Bezza is better for low purchase cost, fuel economy and luggage capacity, but it is manual-only.
What is the price difference?
The Kia Picanto costs RM47,079 and the Perodua Bezza costs RM34,580, so the Picanto is RM12,499 more expensive.
Which has the better safety equipment?
The Kia Picanto has six airbags, stability control, rear parking sensors and a reverse camera. The Perodua Bezza has two airbags, no stability control, front and rear parking sensors, plus collision warning.