Verdict
The Perodua Myvi D51A costs RM5,208 more, but its D-CVT automatic, 4.5 L/100 km rated economy and auto start/stop make it the easier everyday choice in Malaysian traffic. Both use the same 94 hp/121 Nm 1.3 litre petrol engine, share a 2,500 mm wheelbase and carry 277 litres in the boot, so cabin and luggage practicality do not justify the gap. The D20N Tech Update is RM41,292 and 30 kg lighter at 955 kg; choose it if a five-speed manual suits you and keeping the purchase cost down matters most.
Pick the Perodua Myvi D20N Tech Update if you want the RM41,292 entry price and prefer a five-speed manual.
Pick the Perodua Myvi D51A if you will pay RM5,208 more for a D-CVT automatic, 4.5 L/100 km economy and a few useful cabin extras.
Key differences
- Price: D20N Tech Update RM41,292; D51A RM46,500.
- Transmission: D20N Tech Update 5MT manual; D51A D-CVT automatic.
- Rated economy: D20N Tech Update 4.9 L/100 km; D51A 4.5 L/100 km.
- Weight: D20N Tech Update 955 kg; D51A 985 kg.
- Auto start/stop: D20N Tech Update has none; D51A has it.
- Power sockets: D20N Tech Update has one front socket; D51A has one front socket plus one front USB port.
D20N Tech Update
- RM5,208 cheaper to buy.
- 955 kg kerb weight, 30 kg less than the D51A.
- Five-speed manual transmission.
- Its 4.9 L/100 km rated economy trails the D51A's 4.5 L/100 km.
- No auto start/stop or front USB port.
- Driver's auto window lacks the D51A's anti-pinch function.
D51A
- D-CVT automatic transmission.
- 4.5 L/100 km rated fuel economy.
- Gets auto start/stop, a front USB port and acoustic glass windscreen.
- Costs RM5,208 more.
- 985 kg weight is 30 kg higher than the D20N Tech Update.
- No manual transmission option in this comparison.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM41,292✓ | RM46,500 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70 | RM70 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,329 cc | 1,329 cc |
| Horsepower | 94 hp | 94 hp |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 72.5 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5MT | D-CVT |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | —✓ | 11.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 4.9 L/100 km | 4.5 L/100 km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,895 mm | 3,895 mm |
| Width | 1,735 mm | 1,735 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,500 mm | 2,500 mm |
| Weight | 955 kg | 985 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | 36 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 277 litres | 277 litres |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | 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 | 14" 7-spoke Alloy | 14" 7-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 14" 7-spoke 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 | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For all seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Anti-snatch handbag hook | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding (with fixed headrests) | 60:40 Split-folding with Fixed Headrests |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con (digital controls with memory function) | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls and Memory |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front, 2 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio USB player with 4 speakers | Radio/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up/Down | 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 | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Acoustic Glass Windscreen, Anti-snatch Handbag Hook |
| 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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D20N Tech Update vs D51A FAQ
Is the Perodua Myvi D20N Tech Update or Perodua Myvi D51A better?
The Perodua Myvi D51A is better for most drivers because it adds a D-CVT automatic, 4.5 L/100 km rated economy and auto start/stop. Choose the D20N Tech Update if the RM5,208 saving and five-speed manual matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Myvi D51A costs RM46,500, which is RM5,208 more than the Perodua Myvi D20N Tech Update at RM41,292.
Which Myvi is more fuel-efficient?
The Perodua Myvi D51A is rated at 4.5 L/100 km, against 4.9 L/100 km for the D20N Tech Update. Both have the same 36-litre fuel tank.
