Verdict
The Bezza is about 49% cheaper, while the Bezza has a 22% bigger boot. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM34,580✓ | RM67,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Segment | A-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM20 | RM20 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 67 hp | — |
| Torque | 91 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 71 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 67 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 150 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 31.9 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 273 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 50 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5MT | — |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 4.4 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,150 mm | 3,950 mm |
| Width | 1,620 mm | 1,708 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm | 1,580 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,455 mm | 2,560 mm |
| Weight | 930 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 508 litres✓ | 395 litres |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R14 | 185/60R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R14 | 185/60R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 14" | — |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 | Linglong Green-Max HP |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 14" Alloy | 15" Steel Wheels with Hubcaps |
| Rear Wheels | 14" Alloy | 15" Steel Wheels with Hubcaps |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 4 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtains |
| 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 | 4 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats |
| Safety Notes | Solar and Security Window Film | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable, Driver's seat height adjustable | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with 4 Speakers | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto-down Function |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Remote Control Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | USB Charger | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/120,000 km Battery Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Drive Motor Warranty |
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.