Verdict
At RM43,000, the Axia SE keeps the same 67 hp/91 Nm 998 cc engine, D-CVT and 265-litre boot as the RM49,000 Axia AV, so it does not ask a Malaysian buyer to sacrifice the fundamentals. But the RM6,000 gap buys four extra airbags, ASA 3.0 braking from 4-120 km/h with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. It also brings a 9.0-inch touchscreen and reverse camera. For a first car carrying family, the AV’s safety margin is the stronger case; the SE is the rational budget choice.
Pick the Perodua Axia SE if RM6,000 saved matters more than six airbags, ASA 3.0 and the AV’s screen-based convenience kit.
Pick the Perodua Axia AV if you want six airbags, active safety systems and a reverse camera in your Axia.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Axia SE RM43,000; Perodua Axia AV RM49,000.
- Airbags: Perodua Axia SE has 2 airbags; Perodua Axia AV has 6 airbags.
- Autonomous braking: Perodua Axia SE has none; Perodua Axia AV has ASA 3.0 pre-collision braking with pedestrian detection from 4-120 km/h.
- Infotainment: Perodua Axia SE has radio, Bluetooth, USB and four speakers; Perodua Axia AV has a 9.
- Reversing aids: Perodua Axia SE has no reverse camera; Perodua Axia AV has a reverse camera.
- Kerb weight: Perodua Axia SE weighs 885 kg; Perodua Axia AV weighs 890 kg.
SE
- RM6,000 cheaper.
- Same 67 hp and 91 Nm 998 cc powertrain as the AV.
- 5 kg lighter than the AV.
- Only 2 airbags versus the AV’s 6.
- No ASA 3.0, blind-spot information system or rear cross-traffic alert.
- No reverse camera, steering audio controls or full-LCD instrument monitor.
AV
- 6 airbags, including front side and curtain airbags.
- ASA 3.0 braking, steering correction and collision warning.
- 9.0-inch touchscreen, reverse camera and full-LCD instrument monitor.
- RM6,000 more expensive than the SE.
- 5 kg heavier than the SE.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM43,000✓ | RM49,000 |
| 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 | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | D-CVT | D-CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 27.4 L/100 km | 27.4 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,760 mm | 3,760 mm |
| Width | 1,665 mm | 1,665 mm |
| Height | 1,505 mm | 1,505 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,525 mm | 2,525 mm |
| Weight | 885 kg | 890 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | 36 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 265 litres | 265 litres |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 14" Steel | Full Size 14" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes CR1 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| 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" 8-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 14" 8-spoke Alloy | 14" 8-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| 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 |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, ASA 3.0 Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Anti-snatch Handbag Hook, Solar and Security Window Tint Film | Anti-snatch Handbag Hook, Solar and Security Window Tint Film, Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Bulb | Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | Foldable Backrest (with Detachable Headrests) | Foldable Backrest (with Detachable Headrests) |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con (Digital Controls with Memory Function) | Manual Air-con (Digital Controls with Memory Function) |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Four Speakers | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Smart Link, HDMI, Bluetooth, USB and 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| 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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SE vs AV FAQ
Is the Perodua Axia SE or Perodua Axia AV better?
The Perodua Axia AV is better equipped, chiefly for safety: it has six airbags, ASA 3.0 with pedestrian detection, blind-spot information and rear cross-traffic alert. The SE is better for buyers who want the same engine and transmission for less money.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Axia AV costs RM6,000 more than the Perodua Axia SE.
Does the Axia AV have a more powerful engine than the Axia SE?
No. Both use the same 998 cc naturally aspirated three-cylinder engine producing 67 hp at 6,000 rpm and 91 Nm at 4,400 rpm, paired with an Aisin D-CVT driving the front wheels.
