Verdict
These are closely priced A-segment choices with the same 998 cc, 67 hp and 91 Nm petrol engine, but their priorities differ sharply. The Bezza’s 508-litre boot is 243 litres larger than the Axia’s 265 litres, and it adds LED lamps, collision warning and front parking sensors. The Axia counters with a D-CVT automatic, stability control, hill-start assist, a 2,525 mm wheelbase and 65 kg less weight. Check the quoted fuel-consumption figures before signing: 25.3 L/100 km for the Axia versus 4.4 L/100 km for the Bezza is an unusually large divide.
Pick the Perodua Axia if you want the convenience of a D-CVT automatic plus stability control and hill-start assist.
Pick the Perodua Bezza if you need a 508-litre boot and can live with a five-speed manual gearbox.
Key differences
- Price: Axia RM33,900; Bezza RM34,580.
- Transmission: Axia D-CVT automatic; Bezza five-speed manual.
- Boot space: Axia 265 litres; Bezza 508 litres.
- Wheelbase and weight: Axia 2,525 mm and 865 kg; Bezza 2,455 mm and 930 kg.
- Stability aids: Axia gets stability control and hill-start assist; Bezza has neither listed.
- Lighting: Axia halogen reflector headlamps and bulb taillamps; Bezza LED reflector headlamps and LED combination taillamps.
Axia
- D-CVT automatic gearbox
- Stability control and hill-start assist
- 65 kg lighter with a 2,525 mm wheelbase
- 265-litre boot is 243 litres smaller
- No front parking sensors listed
- Halogen headlamps and bulb taillamps
Bezza
- 508-litre boot
- LED headlamps, LED taillamps and front foglamps
- Collision warning and two front parking sensors
- Five-speed manual instead of an automatic
- No stability control or hill-start assist listed
- 65 kg heavier with a 70 mm shorter wheelbase
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM33,900✓ | RM34,580 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Segment | A-Segment | A-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM20 | RM20 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Horsepower | 67 hp | 67 hp |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | D-CVT | 5MT |
| Gears | — | 5 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 25.3 L/100 km | 4.4 L/100 km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,760 mm | 4,150 mm |
| Width | 1,655 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Height | 1,505 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,525 mm | 2,455 mm |
| Weight | 865 kg | 930 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | 36 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 265 litres | 508 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 14" Steel | Full Size 14" |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes CR1 | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 14" 8-spoke Alloy | 14" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 14" 8-spoke Alloy | 14" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 4 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | — | Solar and Security Window Film |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Bulb | LED Combination |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Manual Adjustable, Driver's seat height adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Foldable Backrest | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Two Speakers | Radio with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Manual Key |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | USB Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 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.
Used Axia & Bezza for sale
Axia vs Bezza FAQ
Is the Perodua Axia or Perodua Bezza better?
The Bezza is better for luggage capacity and its extra lighting, collision-warning and parking equipment. Choose the Axia instead if an automatic gearbox, stability control and hill-start assist matter more than a 243-litre boot advantage.
What is the price difference?
The Axia costs RM33,900 and the Bezza costs RM34,580, so the Bezza is RM680 more expensive.
Which has the bigger boot, the Perodua Axia or Perodua Bezza?
The Bezza has the much bigger boot at 508 litres. The Axia has 265 litres, leaving the sedan with 243 litres more luggage space.