Verdict
At RM33,900, the Axia sits RM12,600 below the RM46,500 Myvi, and annual road tax is RM20 rather than RM70. The Myvi’s extra outlay brings a 1,329cc engine producing 94 hp and 121 Nm, against the Axia’s 998cc, 67 hp and 91 Nm, plus a 277-litre boot and front side airbags. The Axia is 120 kg lighter and has a 25 mm longer wheelbase, but its 265-litre boot and two airbags make it the budget-led choice; choose the Myvi if stronger performance and added safety equipment matter.
Pick the Perodua Axia if lower purchase and road-tax costs, a 120 kg lighter kerb weight and five doors matter more than power and extra equipment.
Pick the Perodua Myvi if you want 94 hp, 121 Nm, four airbags, a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating and a larger 277-litre boot.
Key differences
- Engine output: Axia 998cc with 67 hp and 91 Nm; Myvi 1,329cc with 94 hp and 121 Nm.
- Kerb weight: Axia 865 kg; Myvi 985 kg.
- Wheelbase: Axia 2,525 mm; Myvi 2,500 mm.
- Boot space: Axia 265 litres; Myvi 277 litres.
- Safety: Axia has two airbags and no ASEAN NCAP rating stated; Myvi has four airbags and a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating.
- Lighting: Axia uses halogen reflector headlamps and bulb taillamps; Myvi gets LED reflector headlamps and LED combination taillamps.
Axia
- RM20 annual road tax versus RM70
- 120 kg lighter kerb weight
- 25 mm longer wheelbase and five doors
- 67 hp and 91 Nm versus the Myvi’s 94 hp and 121 Nm
- 265-litre boot is 12 litres smaller
- Two airbags, with no front side airbags or ASEAN NCAP rating stated
Myvi
- 94 hp and 121 Nm from the 1,329cc engine
- Four airbags and a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating
- 277-litre boot, LED lamps and keyless push-button start
- RM70 annual road tax versus RM20
- 120 kg heavier than the Axia
- No Bluetooth or hill start assist listed, and one fewer door
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM33,900✓ | RM46,500 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | A-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM20✓ | RM70 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 998 cc | 1,329 cc |
| Horsepower | 67 hp | 94 hp✓ |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 121 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 71 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | D-CVT | D-CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 11.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 25.3 L/100 km | 4.5 L/100 km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,760 mm | 3,895 mm |
| Width | 1,655 mm | 1,735 mm |
| Height | 1,505 mm | 1,515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,525 mm | 2,500 mm |
| Weight | 865 kg | 985 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | 36 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 265 litres | 277 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 14" Steel | Full Size |
| 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" 7-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 14" 8-spoke Alloy | 14" 7-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Bulb | LED Combination |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Foldable Backrest | 60:40 Split-folding with Fixed Headrests |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls and Memory |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 1 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Two Speakers | Radio/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Acoustic Glass Windscreen, Anti-snatch Handbag Hook |
| 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 & Myvi for sale
Axia vs Myvi FAQ
Is the Perodua Axia or Perodua Myvi better?
The Myvi is better for performance, safety equipment and luggage space, with 94 hp, four airbags and a 277-litre boot. The Axia is the better low-cost choice, with RM20 annual road tax and 120 kg less weight.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Myvi costs RM12,600 more than the Perodua Axia.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Perodua Myvi has the bigger boot at 277 litres, 12 litres more than the Axia’s 265 litres. It also has a 60:40 split-folding rear backrest, while the Axia has a foldable backrest.