Verdict
The RM27,920 gap is substantial: the Ativa costs RM62,500 to the Bezza’s RM34,580, but brings a D-CVT, 97 hp and 140 Nm versus the sedan’s five-speed manual, 67 hp and 91 Nm. It is also much better equipped for active safety, with six airbags, stability control and autonomous braking with pedestrian detection. The Bezza answers with a 508-litre boot, 139 litres more luggage room, and a 4.4 L/100 km fuel rating against 5.3 L/100 km. For budget-led Malaysian motoring, that is hard to ignore.
Pick the Perodua Ativa if you want the automatic transmission, 140 Nm turbo torque and a far fuller safety suite.
Pick the Perodua Bezza if you need the lower RM34,580 entry price, a 508-litre boot and 4.4 L/100 km rated economy.
Key differences
- Price: Ativa RM62,500; Bezza RM34,580.
- Output: Ativa 97 hp and 140 Nm; Bezza 67 hp and 91 Nm.
- Transmission: Ativa D-CVT automatic; Bezza five-speed manual.
- Rated economy: Ativa 5.3 L/100 km; Bezza 4.4 L/100 km.
- Boot space: Ativa 369 litres; Bezza 508 litres.
- Airbags: Ativa six; Bezza two.
Ativa
- D-CVT automatic with 97 hp and 140 Nm
- Six airbags, stability control and pedestrian-detecting autonomous braking
- Longer 2,525 mm wheelbase and wider 1,710 mm body
- RM27,920 more expensive
- Uses 5.3 L/100 km versus 4.4 L/100 km
- 369-litre boot is 139 litres smaller
Bezza
- RM34,580 purchase price
- 508-litre boot
- Lower 4.4 L/100 km rated fuel use
- Five-speed manual instead of an automatic
- 67 hp and 91 Nm trail the Ativa's 97 hp and 140 Nm
- Two airbags and no stability control or autonomous braking
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM62,500 | RM34,580✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | A-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM20 | RM20 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged and Intercooled with Variable Valve Timing | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 996 cc | 998 cc |
| Horsepower | 97 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 67 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 140 Nm at 2,400 rpm✓ | 91 Nm at 4,400 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 71 mm × 83.9 mm | 71 mm × 84 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | D-CVT | 5MT |
| Gears | — | 5 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.3 L/100 km | 4.4 L/100 km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,065 mm | 4,150 mm |
| Width | 1,710 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,525 mm | 2,455 mm |
| Weight | 1,020 kg | 930 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | 36 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 369 litres | 508 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/60R16 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/60R16 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 16" Alloy | Full Size 14" |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 14" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 14" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 4 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control | Solar and Security Window Film |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors with Automatic High Beam | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Manual Adjustable, Driver's seat height adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con (Digital Controls with Memory Function) | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Four Speakers | Radio with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up/Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| 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 | — | USB Charger |
| 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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Ativa vs Bezza FAQ
Is the Perodua Ativa or Perodua Bezza better?
The Ativa is better for safety equipment and easier daily driving, thanks to its D-CVT, six airbags, stability control and autonomous braking. The Bezza is better for keeping purchase and fuel costs down, and carries more luggage.
What is the price difference?
The Ativa costs RM27,920 more than the Bezza: RM62,500 versus RM34,580. That gap brings an automatic transmission, 30 hp and 49 Nm more output, plus six airbags rather than two.
Which has the bigger boot, the Ativa or Bezza?
The Bezza has the bigger boot at 508 litres, compared with 369 litres in the Ativa. Its 139-litre advantage matters if luggage capacity is a regular priority.
