Verdict
At RM33,900, the Axia costs RM680 less and combines its 67 hp/91 Nm 1.0 litre triple with a D-CVT, stability control and hill-start assist. Its 2,525 mm wheelbase is 70 mm longer than the Bezza’s despite a 390 mm shorter body. The Bezza counters with the practical advantages sedan buyers will use daily: a 508-litre boot, LED lamps and a 60:40 rear backrest, against 265 litres, halogen lamps and a foldable backrest in the Axia. Choose boot space or automatic convenience; performance outputs are identical.
Pick the Perodua Axia if you want the lower entry price, D-CVT automatic and stability control in a shorter five-door hatchback.
Pick the Perodua Bezza if a 508-litre boot, sedan body and LED lighting matter more than having an automatic transmission.
Key differences
- Body style: Axia is a five-door hatchback; Bezza is a four-door sedan.
- Transmission: Axia uses an Aisin D-CVT automatic; Bezza uses a five-speed manual.
- Boot space: Axia has 265 litres; Bezza has 508 litres.
- Size: Axia is 3,760 mm long, 1,655 mm wide and has a 2,525 mm wheelbase; Bezza is 4,150 mm long, 1,620 mm wide and has a 2,455 mm wheelbase.
- Safety aids: Axia has stability control and hill-start assist, while Bezza has neither; Bezza has collision warning, while Axia does not list it.
- Lighting: Axia has halogen reflector headlamps and bulb taillamps; Bezza has LED reflector headlamps and LED combination taillamps.
Axia
- D-CVT automatic transmission
- Stability control and hill-start assist
- RM680 lower price with a 70 mm longer wheelbase
- 265-litre boot is 243 litres smaller
- Halogen headlamps and bulb taillamps instead of LEDs
- No collision warning or front parking sensors
Bezza
- 508-litre boot and 60:40 split-folding rear backrest
- LED headlamps, LED taillamps and front foglamps
- Collision warning, front parking sensors and driver’s seat height adjustment
- Five-speed manual instead of the Axia’s D-CVT automatic
- No stability control or hill-start assist
- RM680 higher price
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM33,900✓ | RM34,580 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| 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 at 6,000 rpm | 67 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 91 Nm at 4,400 rpm | 91 Nm at 4,400 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 71 mm × 84 mm | 71 mm × 84 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | D-CVT | 5MT |
| Gears | — | 5 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 25.3 L/100 km | 4.4 L/100 km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,760 mm | 4,150 mm |
| Width | 1,655 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Height | 1,505 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,525 mm | 2,455 mm |
| Weight | 865 kg | 930 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | 36 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 265 litres | 508 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 14" Steel | Full Size 14" |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes CR1 | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 |
| 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" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 14" 8-spoke Alloy | 14" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 4 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 2 (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 | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | — | Solar and Security Window Film |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Bulb | LED Combination |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Manual Adjustable, Driver's seat height adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Foldable Backrest | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Two Speakers | Radio with 4 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 | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| 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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Axia vs Bezza FAQ
Is the Perodua Axia or Perodua Bezza better?
The Axia is the better choice for automatic-driving convenience and stability control. The Bezza is better if you regularly need luggage capacity, because its 508-litre boot is far larger than the Axia’s 265 litres.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Bezza costs RM680 more than the Perodua Axia.
Which car is easier to park in town?
The Axia is 390 mm shorter than the Bezza, which helps in tighter spaces. The Bezza adds two front parking sensors, while both have two rear parking sensors.
