Verdict
At RM46,500, the Perodua Myvi D51A costs RM5,850 more than the RM40,650 Perodua Myvi Mk2, but that gap brings a 94 hp/121 Nm 1.329-litre engine, D-CVT automatic and a claimed 4.5 L/100 km. More importantly for a Malaysian daily, it has four airbags, ABS/EBD and stability control, against the Mk2’s two airbags and no stability control. The Mk2 remains the cheaper manual choice, with a 40-litre tank and five doors, but the D51A’s 277-litre boot and five-star ASEAN NCAP rating make it the more complete car.
Pick the Perodua Myvi Mk2 if a RM40,650 manual hatchback, a 40-litre fuel tank and five doors matter more than newer safety equipment.
Pick the Perodua Myvi D51A if you want a D-CVT automatic, 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating, four airbags and a 277-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Myvi Mk2 RM40,650; Perodua Myvi D51A RM46,500.
- Output: Perodua Myvi Mk2 90 hp and 117 Nm; Perodua Myvi D51A 94 hp and 121 Nm.
- Transmission: Perodua Myvi Mk2 5-speed manual; Perodua Myvi D51A D-CVT automatic.
- Size and boot: Perodua Myvi Mk2 3,690 mm long with 208 litres; Perodua Myvi D51A 3,895 mm long with 277 litres.
- Safety: Perodua Myvi Mk2 3 stars, two airbags and no stability control; Perodua Myvi D51A 5 stars, four airbags and stability control.
- Warranty: Perodua Myvi Mk2 3 years/100,000 km; Perodua Myvi D51A 5 years/150,000 km.
Mk2
- RM5,850 cheaper to buy.
- 5-speed manual transmission.
- 40-litre tank and five doors.
- Only two airbags, versus four in the D51A.
- No ABS/EBD or stability control.
- 208-litre boot is 69 litres smaller.
D51A
- Four airbags, ABS/EBD and stability control.
- D-CVT automatic with 4.5 L/100 km rated economy.
- 277-litre boot and 5-year/150,000 km warranty.
- Costs RM5,850 more.
- 36-litre tank is 4 litres smaller.
- Four doors versus the Mk2’s five.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM40,650✓ | 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 | 1,298 cc | 1,329 cc |
| Horsepower | 90 hp at 6,000 rpm | 94 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 117 Nm at 4,400 rpm | 121 Nm at 4,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 72 mm × 79.7 mm | 72.5 mm × 80.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5MT | D-CVT |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | —✓ | 11.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | —✓ | 4.5 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,690 mm | 3,895 mm |
| Width | 1,665 mm | 1,735 mm |
| Height | 1,545 mm | 1,515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,440 mm | 2,500 mm |
| Weight | 950 kg | 985 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 36 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 208 litres | 277 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 14" 5-spoke Alloy | 14" 7-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 14" 5-spoke Alloy | 14" 7-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 3 stars — With 2 airbags and no stability control | 5 stars✓ |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 4 (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 for two outer rear passenger seats. | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector Halogen | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| 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 Air-con | 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 | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth | Radio/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down only | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Acoustic Glass Windscreen, Anti-snatch Handbag Hook |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 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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Mk2 vs D51A FAQ
Is the Perodua Myvi Mk2 or Perodua Myvi D51A better?
The Perodua Myvi D51A is the better-equipped choice: it has a D-CVT automatic, four airbags, ABS/EBD, stability control, a 277-litre boot and a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating. Choose the Mk2 mainly for its lower price and manual gearbox.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Myvi D51A costs RM46,500, which is RM5,850 more than the Perodua Myvi Mk2 at RM40,650.
Which Myvi has the better safety specification?
The Perodua Myvi D51A does. It has four airbags, ABS/EBD and stability control, and is rated 5 stars by ASEAN NCAP. The Mk2 has two airbags, no stability control and a 3-star ASEAN NCAP rating.
