Verdict
The Aion ES is the much larger electric sedan, measuring 4,810 mm long with a 2,750 mm wheelbase, and its 136 hp, 225 Nm motor gives it a decisive output advantage over the Bezza’s 67 hp and 91 Nm. Its 55.2 kWh battery is rated for 442 km and supports 60 kW DC charging. But the RM72,220 price gap is huge: the Bezza costs RM34,580, returns a rated 4.4 L/100 km and has a larger 508-litre boot. For low-entry-cost ownership, the Perodua is the clear answer; the Aion suits buyers ready to pay for EV range, space and performance.
Pick the Aion ES if you want a 442 km EV with 136 hp, 225 Nm and substantially larger exterior dimensions than the Bezza.
Pick the Perodua Bezza if your priority is keeping the purchase price to RM34,580 while retaining a 508-litre boot and rated 4.4 L/100 km consumption.
Key differences
- Price: Aion ES RM106,800; Perodua Bezza RM34,580.
- Power and torque: Aion ES 136 hp and 225 Nm; Perodua Bezza 67 hp and 91 Nm.
- Length: Aion ES 4,810 mm; Perodua Bezza 4,150 mm.
- Wheelbase: Aion ES 2,750 mm; Perodua Bezza 2,455 mm.
- Boot space: Aion ES 450 litres; Perodua Bezza 508 litres.
- Manufacturer warranty: Aion ES 8 years/160,000 km; Perodua Bezza 5 years/150,000 km.
ES
- 442 km rated EV range from a 55.2 kWh battery.
- 136 hp and 225 Nm motor output.
- 60 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L.
- RM106,800 costs RM72,220 more than the Bezza.
- 450-litre boot is 58 litres smaller than the Bezza’s.
- RM70 annual road tax versus RM20.
Bezza
- RM34,580 entry price.
- 508-litre boot is larger than the Aion ES’s.
- Rated fuel consumption of 4.4 L/100 km.
- 67 hp and 91 Nm are well below the Aion ES’s 136 hp and 225 Nm.
- Five-speed manual instead of the Aion ES’s single-ratio automatic.
- Five-year/150,000 km warranty is shorter than the Aion ES’s eight-year/160,000 km cover.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM106,800 | RM34,580✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | A-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70 | RM20✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 67 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 91 Nm at 4,400 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 71 mm × 84 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 136 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 225 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 55.2 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 442 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 60 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Manual |
| 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 | 4,810 mm | 4,150 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Height | 1,545 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,455 mm |
| Weight | — | 930 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 36 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 450 litres | 508 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full Size 14" |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | — | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | — | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17 | 14" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17 | 14" Alloy |
| Steering | — | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 4 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | — | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | — | Solar and Security Window Film |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | — | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | — | LED Combination |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | — | Manual Adjustable, Driver's seat height adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | — | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front |
| Audio | — | Radio with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down |
| Engine Start | — | Manual Key |
| Locks | — | Remote Control Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 2 Sensors |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | USB Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 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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ES vs Bezza FAQ
Is the Aion ES or Perodua Bezza better?
The Aion ES is better for electric driving, performance and cabin footprint, with 136 hp, 225 Nm and a 442 km rated range. The Bezza is better for low upfront cost, rated fuel economy and boot capacity.
What is the price difference?
The Aion ES costs RM106,800 and the Perodua Bezza costs RM34,580, so the Aion is RM72,220 more expensive.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Perodua Bezza has the bigger boot at 508 litres, versus 450 litres in the Aion ES. That is a 58-litre advantage for the Bezza.
