Verdict
At RM23,367, the Mk1 Facelift 2 leaves RM15,233 in your pocket and is 40 kg lighter, but its five-speed manual and sparse safety kit make it the basic choice. The RM38,600 D74A retains the same 998 cc, 67 hp and 91 Nm petrol engine, yet adds a D-CVT, ABS/EBD, stability control and ISOFIX. It is 115 mm longer on a 70 mm longer wheelbase, with a 265-litre boot against 260 litres. For daily Malaysian traffic, the newer car earns its price.
Pick the Perodua Axia Mk1 Facelift 2 if you want the lowest purchase price, a five-speed manual and projector headlamps with LED tail lamps.
Pick the Perodua Axia D74A if you want a D-CVT automatic, a larger cabin footprint and substantially better safety and convenience equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Axia Mk1 Facelift 2 RM23,367; Perodua Axia D74A RM38,600.
- Transmission: Mk1 Facelift 2 five-speed manual; D74A Aisin D-CVT automatic.
- Dimensions: Mk1 Facelift 2 is 3,645 mm long with a 2,455 mm wheelbase; D74A is 3,760 mm long with a 2,525 mm wheelbase.
- Weight and boot: Mk1 Facelift 2 weighs 825 kg and has a 260-litre boot; D74A weighs 865 kg and has a 265-litre boot.
- Safety: Mk1 Facelift 2 has no ABS/EBD, stability control or ISOFIX; D74A gets ABS/EBD, stability control and ISOFIX on two outer rear seats.
- Lighting and wheels: Mk1 Facelift 2 has halogen projector headlamps, LED tail lamps and 14-inch steel wheels; D74A has halogen reflector headlamps, bulb tail…
Mk1 Facelift 2
- RM15,233 cheaper to buy.
- 40 kg lighter.
- Halogen projector headlamps and LED combination tail lamps.
- Five-speed manual instead of the D74A's D-CVT automatic.
- No ABS/EBD, stability control, ISOFIX or hill-start assist.
- No audio system, Bluetooth, rear parking sensors or remote boot operation.
D74A
- D-CVT automatic for stop-start driving.
- ABS/EBD, stability control, ISOFIX and hill-start assist.
- Bluetooth audio, two rear parking sensors and remote boot operation.
- Costs RM15,233 more.
- 40 kg heavier.
- Halogen reflector headlamps and bulb tail lamps, versus the Mk1 Facelift 2's projector and LED units.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM23,367✓ | RM38,600 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | A-Segment | A-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM20 | RM20 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Horsepower | 67 hp | 67 hp |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | 11 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5MT | D-CVT |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 4.4 L/100 km✓ | 25.3 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,645 mm | 3,760 mm |
| Width | 1,620 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm | 1,505 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,455 mm | 2,525 mm |
| Weight | 825 kg | 865 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 33 litres | 36 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 260 litres | 265 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full Size 14" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Silverstone Kruizer1 NS800 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 14" Steel | 14" 8-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 14" Steel | 14" 8-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 4 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger |
| 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Driver Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Bulb |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | Foldable Backrest | Foldable Backrest |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Dome Light | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | — | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Two Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Manual Key |
| Locks | Manual Key | Remote Control Activation |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 2 Sensors |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| 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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Mk1 Facelift 2 vs D74A FAQ
Is the Perodua Axia Mk1 Facelift 2 or Perodua Axia D74A better?
The Perodua Axia D74A is the better daily car: it has a D-CVT automatic, ABS/EBD, stability control, ISOFIX and a longer 2,525 mm wheelbase. The Mk1 Facelift 2 makes sense chiefly for buyers who prioritise the much lower entry cost and a manual gearbox.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Axia D74A costs RM15,233 more than the Perodua Axia Mk1 Facelift 2. That gap buys the D-CVT, larger body, extra 5 litres of boot space, safety systems, Bluetooth and rear parking sensors.
Which Axia has the better safety equipment?
The Perodua Axia D74A does. Both have driver and passenger airbags, but only the D74A adds ABS/EBD, stability control, an airbag deactivation function, ISOFIX and seatbelt reminders for all seats.
