Verdict
At RM22,622, the Perodua Axia Mk1 Facelift is RM11,278 cheaper and retains the same 998 cc, 67 hp and 91 Nm petrol engine as the D74A. That is a serious saving if you can live with a five-speed manual and much leaner safety kit. The RM33,900 D74A brings a D-CVT, ABS/EBD, stability control and two rear ISOFIX positions, plus a 70 mm longer body and 70 mm longer wheelbase. Its 25.3 km/l economy rating also compares favourably with 4.4 L/100 km. For an automatic daily car, buy the D74A; for the lowest entry price, the Mk1 makes sense.
Pick the Perodua Axia Mk1 Facelift if the RM11,278 saving, five-speed manual and projector headlamps matter more than automatic convenience and added safety equipment.
Pick the Perodua Axia D74A if you want a D-CVT automatic, ABS/EBD, stability control and a larger 2,525 mm-wheelbase cabin.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Axia Mk1 Facelift RM22,622; Perodua Axia D74A RM33,900.
- Transmission: Mk1 Facelift five-speed manual; D74A D-CVT automatic.
- Rated economy: Mk1 Facelift 4.4 L/100 km; D74A 25.3 km/l.
- Length and wheelbase: Mk1 Facelift 3,640 mm and 2,455 mm; D74A 3,760 mm and 2,525 mm.
- Kerb weight and fuel tank: Mk1 Facelift 820 kg and 33 litres; D74A 865 kg and 36 litres.
- Safety equipment: Mk1 Facelift has no ABS/EBD or stability control; D74A has both ABS/EBD and stability control.
Mk1 Facelift
- RM11,278 lower purchase price.
- 45 kg lighter at 820 kg.
- Halogen projector headlamps and LED combination taillamps.
- Five-speed manual versus the D74A's D-CVT automatic.
- No ABS/EBD, stability control, hill start assist or rear parking sensors.
- Shorter 2,455 mm wheelbase and smaller 260-litre boot.
D74A
- D-CVT automatic transmission.
- ABS/EBD, stability control, hill start assist and two rear ISOFIX positions.
- 70 mm longer wheelbase, 265-litre boot and 36-litre fuel tank.
- RM11,278 more expensive.
- 45 kg heavier at 865 kg.
- Halogen reflector headlamps and bulb taillamps instead of the Mk1 Facelift's projector headlamps and LED combination taillamps.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM22,622✓ | RM33,900 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| 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 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5MT | D-CVT |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 4.4 L/100 km✓ | 25.3 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,640 mm | 3,760 mm |
| Width | 1,620 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm | 1,505 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,455 mm | 2,525 mm |
| Weight | 820 kg | 865 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 33 litres | 36 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 260 litres | 265 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full Size 14" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Silverstone Kruizer1 NS800 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 14" Steel | 14" 8-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 14" Steel | 14" 8-spoke 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 |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Driver Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Bulb |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | Foldable Backrest | Foldable Backrest |
| 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 |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Manual Key |
| Locks | Manual Key | Remote Control Activation |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 2 Sensors |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| 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.
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Mk1 Facelift vs D74A FAQ
Is the Perodua Axia Mk1 Facelift or Perodua Axia D74A better?
The Perodua Axia D74A is the better-equipped choice, with a D-CVT, ABS/EBD, stability control, ISOFIX and a longer wheelbase. The Mk1 Facelift is the better buy only when the lower purchase cost and manual gearbox suit your needs.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Axia D74A costs RM11,278 more than the Perodua Axia Mk1 Facelift.
Which Axia has better safety equipment?
The Perodua Axia D74A has the stronger safety specification: ABS/EBD, stability control, an alarm, immobiliser, airbag disable function, rear ISOFIX and seatbelt reminders for all seats. The Mk1 Facelift has two airbags but lacks those items.