Verdict
The Nissan Almera costs RM37,388 more, but its 152 Nm turbo torque arrives at 2,600 rpm rather than the Myvi’s 121 Nm at 4,000 rpm, and its 482-litre boot is 205 litres larger. That is meaningful for buyers carrying adults and luggage. The Perodua Myvi is the sharper cost case: 4.5 L/100 km versus 5.4, RM70 annual road tax versus RM20, plus four airbags and a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating. The Almera counters with autonomous braking and collision warning; safety priorities are not a simple win for either.
Pick the Nissan Almera if you need the 482-litre boot, stronger 152 Nm low-rpm torque and autonomous braking.
Pick the Perodua Myvi if lower purchase cost, 4.5 L/100 km economy and four airbags matter more than sedan luggage space.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan Almera RM83,888; Perodua Myvi RM46,500.
- Torque: Nissan Almera 152 Nm at 2,600 rpm; Perodua Myvi 121 Nm at 4,000 rpm.
- Rated fuel economy: Nissan Almera 5.4 L/100 km; Perodua Myvi 4.5 L/100 km.
- Boot space: Nissan Almera 482 litres; Perodua Myvi 277 litres.
- Airbags: Nissan Almera 2; Perodua Myvi 4.
- Length: Nissan Almera 4,495 mm; Perodua Myvi 3,895 mm.
Almera
- 152 Nm turbo torque from 2,600 rpm
- 482-litre boot
- Autonomous braking and collision warning
- RM37,388 dearer to buy
- Uses 5.4 L/100 km versus 4.5 L/100 km
- Only two airbags versus four
Myvi
- 4.5 L/100 km rated economy
- Four airbags and five-star ASEAN NCAP rating
- RM70 annual road tax
- 277-litre boot is 205 litres smaller
- 121 Nm arrives later at 4,000 rpm
- No autonomous braking or collision warning
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM83,888 | RM46,500✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM20✓ | RM70 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 999 cc | 1,329 cc |
| Horsepower | 99 hp at 5,000 rpm✓ | 94 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 152 Nm at 2,600 rpm✓ | 121 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 72.2 mm × 81.3 mm | 72.5 mm × 80.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Xtronic CVT | D-CVT |
| Gears | 1 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 11.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 5.4 L/100 km | 4.5 L/100 km✓ |
| Co2 | 125 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,495 mm | 3,895 mm |
| Width | 1,740 mm | 1,735 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,500 mm |
| Weight | 1,090 kg | 985 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 35 litres | 36 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 482 litres✓ | 277 litres |
| Front Tyre | 195/65R15 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/65R15 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 14" 7-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 14" 7-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) |
| 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Fixed Headrests |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls and Memory |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 1 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with 4 Speakers | Radio/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Acoustic Glass Windscreen, Anti-snatch Handbag Hook |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5 Times Free Service | — |
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.
Used Almera & Myvi for sale
Almera vs Myvi FAQ
Is the Nissan Almera or Perodua Myvi better?
The Myvi is the better cost-focused choice, with lower purchase cost, 4.5 L/100 km economy and four airbags. Choose the Almera for its 482-litre boot, 152 Nm turbo torque and autonomous braking.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan Almera costs RM37,388 more than the Perodua Myvi.
Which has the better safety equipment?
The Myvi has four airbags and a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating. The Almera has two airbags but adds autonomous braking and collision warning, which the Myvi lacks.
