Verdict
At RM23,367, the Perodua Axia Mk1 Facelift 2 costs RM10,533 less than the RM33,900 Perodua Axia D74A, while both use a 998 cc three-cylinder making 67 hp and 91 Nm. The D74A puts that output through a D-CVT rather than a five-speed manual, adds ABS/EBD, stability control and hill-start assist, and stretches its wheelbase by 70 mm to 2,525 mm. Its 265-litre boot is only 5 litres bigger, but this is the more rounded daily car. The Mk1 remains the budget-led choice for drivers happy to shift gears themselves.
Pick the Perodua Axia Mk1 Facelift 2 if RM10,533 saved matters more than an automatic gearbox and the newer car’s safety equipment.
Pick the Perodua Axia D74A if you want the D-CVT, ABS/EBD, stability control and a 70 mm longer wheelbase.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Axia Mk1 Facelift 2 RM23,367; Perodua Axia D74A RM33,900.
- Transmission: Perodua Axia Mk1 Facelift 2 five-speed manual; Perodua Axia D74A D-CVT automatic.
- Wheelbase: Perodua Axia Mk1 Facelift 2 2,455 mm; Perodua Axia D74A 2,525 mm.
- Kerb weight: Perodua Axia Mk1 Facelift 2 825 kg; Perodua Axia D74A 865 kg.
- Fuel tank: Perodua Axia Mk1 Facelift 2 33 litres; Perodua Axia D74A 36 litres.
- Boot space: Perodua Axia Mk1 Facelift 2 260 litres; Perodua Axia D74A 265 litres.
Mk1 Facelift 2
- RM10,533 cheaper to buy.
- 40 kg lighter at 825 kg.
- Halogen projector headlamps and LED combination taillamps.
- Five-speed manual instead of the D74A’s D-CVT automatic.
- No ABS/EBD, stability control or hill-start assist.
- No ISOFIX or rear parking sensors.
D74A
- D-CVT automatic transmission.
- ABS/EBD, stability control, hill-start assist and two rear parking sensors.
- 70 mm longer wheelbase, 36-litre tank and 265-litre boot.
- Costs RM10,533 more.
- 40 kg heavier at 865 kg.
- Halogen reflector headlamps and bulb taillamps versus the Mk1’s projector/LED combination.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM23,367✓ | RM33,900 |
| 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 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 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5MT | D-CVT |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 4.4 L/100 km✓ | 25.3 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,645 mm | 3,760 mm |
| Width | 1,620 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm | 1,505 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,455 mm | 2,525 mm |
| Weight | 825 kg | 865 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 33 litres | 36 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 260 litres | 265 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full Size 14" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Silverstone Kruizer1 NS800 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 14" Steel | 14" 8-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 14" Steel | 14" 8-spoke 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 |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Driver Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Bulb |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | Foldable Backrest | Foldable Backrest |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Dome Light | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | — | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Two 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 | Manual Key | Remote Control Activation |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 2 Sensors |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| 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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Mk1 Facelift 2 vs D74A FAQ
Is the Perodua Axia Mk1 Facelift 2 or Perodua Axia D74A better?
The Perodua Axia D74A is the better-equipped choice, with a D-CVT, ABS/EBD, stability control, hill-start assist and a 2,525 mm wheelbase. Choose the Mk1 Facelift 2 if its RM10,533 lower price and manual gearbox suit your budget.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Axia D74A costs RM33,900, which is RM10,533 more than the Perodua Axia Mk1 Facelift 2 at RM23,367.
Which Axia has more safety equipment?
The Perodua Axia D74A has more listed safety equipment: ABS/EBD, stability control, ISOFIX on the two outer rear seats, an alarm, immobiliser and reminders for all seatbelts. Both have two airbags and five three-point seatbelts.
