2023 Perodua Axia: Which variant to buy?
The all-new second-gen Perodua Axia has recently gone on sale in the local market with a slew of upgrades making the beloved hatchback even more desirable for buyers looking for a modern entry-level car. Perodua offers the new Axia in four variants - G, X, SE, and AV. Here’s a detailed look at what each variant has to offer that can help you in picking the one that suits your budget and needs the best.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
How many variants of the 2023 Perodua Axia are offered?
Perodua offers the new Axia in four variants - G, X, SE, and AV, powered by the same 1.0-litre naturally aspirated engine. The price ranges between RM 38,600 and RM 49,500.Which Axia variant should you buy?
If you're looking for an affordable hatchback that's kitted with the latest driver-assistance tech and an advanced multimedia system, the Axia AV is the one to choose without any doubt.Before diving into the Axia variants’ features, let’s check out their prices and engine specifications first -
Variants |
Price (on-the-road, without insurance) |
Axia G |
RM 38,600 |
Axia X |
RM 40,000 |
Axia SE |
RM 44,000 |
Axia AV |
RM 49,500 |
The prices are around RM4k - RM6k dearer than the outgoing model, which is of course not a small change as per the segment. However, charging more for a bigger, safer, and better car with more features and added value is quite justified. The warranty terms include a standard five-year duration or 150,000 km, whichever comes first.
Five colour shades available for all the variants are Granite Grey, Lava Red, Glittering Silver, Ivory White, and the all-new Coral Blue.
The new Axia is based on the Daihatsu New Global Architecture (DNGA) platform which we can also find underneath the Ativa and the second-gen Alza. The latest foundation brings on several benefits such as the new model being 115 mm longer and 45 mm wider. Also, it is stronger but lighter with a maximum kerb weight of 890 kg.
The variant-wise dimensions and weight are as follows -
Specs |
Axia G |
Axia X |
Axia SE |
Axia AV |
Length |
3,760 mm |
3,760 mm |
3,760 mm |
3,760 mm |
Width |
1,665 mm |
1,665 mm |
1,665 mm |
1,665 mm |
Height |
1,505 mm |
1,505 mm |
1,505 mm |
1,505 mm |
Wheelbase |
2,525 mm |
2,525 mm |
2,525 mm |
2,525 mm |
Kerb weight |
865 kg |
870 kg |
885 kg |
890 kg |
Turning radius |
4.5 m |
4.5 m |
4.5 m |
4.5 m |
Luggage capacity |
265 litres |
265 litres |
265 litres |
265 litres |
In terms of mechanical bits, all variants of the new Axia are powered by the same 1.0-litre 3-cylinder naturally aspirated mill, which is capable of generating 67 hp of maximum power and 91 Nm of peak torque. As for the transmission, the second-gen hatchback benefits from a new D-CVT gearbox offering a lower fuel consumption. Without the Eco Idle system, the Axia delivers a mileage of 25.3 kmpl, while with the Eco Idle system, it delivers 27.4 kmpl.
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Axia G |
Axia X (over G) |
Axia SE (over X) |
Axia AV (over SE) |
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So, which Perodua Axia variant should you buy?
While all the variants of the new Axia come equipped with the same mechanical setup and have the same dimensions, the selection boils down to the features you need. If you're looking for an affordable hatchback that's kitted with the latest driver-assistance tech and an advanced multimedia system, the Axia AV is the one to choose without any doubt.
Also read: Perodua introduces GearUp accessories for 2023 Axia
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