Verdict
The Bezza has a 50% bigger boot, the Bezza is about 27% cheaper, while the Bezza uses 24% less fuel. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
What the Picanto has over the Bezza
Stability ControlAirbag Disable FunctionFront FoglampsLED Daytime Running LightsRear FoglampsHill Start AssistAuto HeadlampsSteering Audio ControlSteering TiltReverse CameraFolding Wing Mirrors
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Bezza's wheelbase is 55 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. Boot space favours the Bezza: 508 litres against 255.
Picanto 3,595 × 1,595 × 1,485 mm · wheelbase 2,400 mmBezza 4,170 × 1,620 × 1,525 mm · wheelbase 2,455 mm
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| 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✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM480/mo | RM355/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM1,472 | RM1,147✓ |
| Fuel / year (est.) | RM2,308 | RM1,751✓ |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM11.54 | RM8.76✓ |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM19,251 | RM14,590✓ |
| 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 at 6,000 rpm✓ | 67 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 122 Nm at 4,000 rpm✓ | 91 Nm at 4,400 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 71 mm × 78.8 mm | 71 mm × 84 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 | 4,170 mm |
| Width | 1,595 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Height | 1,485 mm | 1,525 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,400 mm | 2,455 mm |
| Weight | 983 kg | 865 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 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 21 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 14 inch |
| 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 | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 2 (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 |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Available for all seats | Driver Only |
| 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 |
| 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 USB and Bluetooth, 2 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 Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| 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. 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 October 2026.
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