Verdict
The RM13,300 saving makes the Myvi the easier Malaysian daily: its 94 hp, 121 Nm 1.3-litre engine returns a rated 4.5 L/100 km, and road tax is RM70 a year. The Exora costs RM59,800, but its 138 hp and 205 Nm turbo 1.6-litre unit brings a meaningful 44 hp and 84 Nm advantage. More importantly, it has seven seats, rear air-con vents with a blower and a 2,730 mm wheelbase. Choose by passenger load, not just price: the Myvi is the leaner five-seater, the Exora the proper people carrier.
Pick the Perodua Myvi if you want the RM46,500 entry price, rated 4.5 L/100 km consumption and stronger listed safety equipment in a compact five-seat hatchback.
Pick the Proton Exora if seven seats, rear air-con with a blower and the turbo engine’s 205 Nm matter more than the RM13,300 higher purchase price.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Myvi RM46,500; Proton Exora RM59,800.
- Engine output: Myvi 94 hp and 121 Nm; Exora 138 hp and 205 Nm.
- Seating: Myvi seats 5; Exora seats 7.
- Length and wheelbase: Myvi 3,895 mm and 2,500 mm; Exora 4,610 mm and 2,730 mm.
- Fuel tank: Myvi 36 litres; Exora 55 litres.
- Road tax: Myvi RM70/year; Exora RM120/year.
Myvi
- RM13,300 cheaper to buy and RM50/year cheaper in road tax.
- Rated fuel economy of 4.5 L/100 km.
- Four airbags, stability control, two ISOFIX positions and five-star ASEAN NCAP rating.
- Only five seats versus the Exora’s seven.
- 94 hp and 121 Nm trail the Exora’s 138 hp and 205 Nm.
- No rear air-con vents or blower, and no Bluetooth.
Exora
- Seven seats with split-folding middle and last rows.
- 138 hp and 205 Nm from a 1.6-litre turbocharged engine.
- Rear air-con vents with blower, Bluetooth and front foglamps.
- Costs RM13,300 more and road tax is RM120/year versus RM70/year.
- No listed stability control, side airbags or ISOFIX, where the Myvi has them.
- 132-litre boot space is smaller than the Myvi’s 277 litres.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM46,500✓ | RM59,800 |
| Body type | Hatchback | MPV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged |
| Capacity | 1,329 cc | 1,561 cc |
| Horsepower | 94 hp | 138 hp✓ |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 205 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 72.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | 8.9 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | D-CVT | CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | Punch Powertrain |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11.5 seconds | —✓ |
| Rated Economy | 4.5 L/100 km | —✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,895 mm | 4,610 mm |
| Width | 1,735 mm | 1,809 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,691 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,500 mm | 2,730 mm |
| Weight | 985 kg | 1,447 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 277 litres✓ | 132 litres |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R14 | 205/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R14 | 205/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full-size 16" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 | Goodyear Assurance |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 14" 7-spoke Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 14" 7-spoke Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 6 Three-point, 1 Lap-belt on Middle Row |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Fixed Headrests | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls and Memory | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Back Row |
| Audio | Radio/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers | Radio with CD/MP3 player, Bluetooth, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down only |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote control activation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Electroluminescent 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.
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Myvi vs Exora FAQ
Is the Perodua Myvi or Proton Exora better?
The Myvi is better for lower-cost five-seat commuting, with RM46,500 pricing, 4.5 L/100 km rated economy and more listed safety equipment. The Exora is better when seven seats, rear air-con and 205 Nm are non-negotiable.
What is the price difference?
The Proton Exora costs RM59,800 and the Perodua Myvi costs RM46,500, so the Exora is RM13,300 more expensive. Its annual road tax is also RM120, compared with RM70 for the Myvi.
Which car is better for carrying a larger family?
The Proton Exora is the clear choice for a larger family because it has seven seats, a 2,730 mm wheelbase and rear air-con vents with a blower. The Myvi has five seats and no rear air-con.