Verdict
At RM44,000, the Perodua Axia SE keeps the same 67 hp, 91 Nm 998 cc petrol D-CVT package and 265-litre boot as the RM49,500 Perodua Axia AV. The RM5,500 gap is not buying extra pace or space; it buys six airbags instead of two, ASA 3.0 braking from 4-120 km/h with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring and a 9.0-inch touchscreen. For a Malaysian buyer who can stretch, those active-safety additions make the AV the sensible choice. The SE remains the cheaper route into the same basic Axia.
Pick the Perodua Axia SE if you want the same 67 hp D-CVT Axia mechanicals and 265-litre boot for RM44,000, and can live without the AV’s driver-assistance kit.
Pick the Perodua Axia AV if you can add RM5,500 for six airbags, ASA 3.0 pre-collision braking, blind-spot monitoring, a reversing camera and the 9.0-inch touchscreen.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Axia SE RM44,000; Perodua Axia AV RM49,500.
- Airbags: Perodua Axia SE has driver and passenger airbags; Perodua Axia AV has driver, passenger, front side and front/rear curtain airbags.
- Automatic emergency braking: Perodua Axia SE has none; Perodua Axia AV gets ASA 3.0 pre-collision braking from 4-120 km/h with pedestrian detection.
- Infotainment: Perodua Axia SE has radio, Bluetooth, USB and four speakers; Perodua Axia AV gets a 9.
- Reversing camera: Perodua Axia SE has none; Perodua Axia AV has one.
- Kerb weight: Perodua Axia SE is 885 kg; Perodua Axia AV is 890 kg.
SE
- RM5,500 cheaper to buy.
- Same 67 hp, 91 Nm 998 cc petrol D-CVT drivetrain as the AV.
- Same 265-litre boot and 36-litre fuel tank as the AV.
- Only two airbags, against the AV’s six.
- No ASA 3.0 braking, blind-spot monitoring or rear cross-traffic alert.
- No reversing camera or touchscreen infotainment.
AV
- Six airbags, including front side and front/rear curtain airbags.
- ASA 3.0 braking with pedestrian detection, plus blind-spot monitoring and steering correction.
- 9.0-inch touchscreen, steering-wheel audio controls, full LCD meter and reversing camera.
- Costs RM5,500 more than the SE.
- At 890 kg, it is 5 kg heavier than the 885 kg SE.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM44,000✓ | RM49,500 |
| 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 | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | D-CVT | D-CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 27.4 L/100 km | 27.4 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,760 mm | 3,760 mm |
| Width | 1,665 mm | 1,665 mm |
| Height | 1,505 mm | 1,505 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,525 mm | 2,525 mm |
| Weight | 885 kg | 890 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | 36 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 265 litres | 265 litres |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 14" Steel | Full Size 14" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes CR1 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 14" 8-spoke Alloy | 14" 8-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 14" 8-spoke Alloy | 14" 8-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, ASA 3.0 Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Anti-snatch Handbag Hook, Solar and Security Window Tint Film | Anti-snatch Handbag Hook, Solar and Security Window Tint Film, Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Bulb | Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | Foldable Backrest (with Detachable Headrests) | Foldable Backrest (with Detachable Headrests) |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con (Digital Controls with Memory Function) | Manual Air-con (Digital Controls with Memory Function) |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Four Speakers | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Smart Link, HDMI, Bluetooth, USB and 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| 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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SE vs AV FAQ
Is the Perodua Axia SE or Perodua Axia AV better?
The Perodua Axia AV is better equipped, with six airbags, ASA 3.0 braking, blind-spot monitoring, a reversing camera and a 9.0-inch touchscreen. The SE has the same 67 hp drivetrain and cabin space for less money.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Axia AV costs RM5,500 more than the Perodua Axia SE: RM49,500 versus RM44,000.
Does the Perodua Axia AV have more power than the SE?
No. Both use a 998 cc naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 67 hp and 91 Nm, paired with an Aisin D-CVT automatic and front-wheel drive.
