Perodua Axia : New Model Launch

PERODUA has opened bookings for its new model, the Perodua Axia, today 14th Aug 2014 with starting price from RM 24,900.

Perodua said the the latest model is its most fuel efficient car that can potentially travel up to 21.6 km per litre and have an overall low cost of ownership.

"We welcome all Malaysians to come to our sales showroom to know more about our latest and most exciting offering," Perodua president and CEO Datuk Aminar Rashid Salleh said.

Booking fees are RM250 and RM300 - depending on variant.

The Perodua Axia comes in four variants; Standard E, Standard G, Special Edition and Advance. It also comes with a five year warranty – another first for Perodua.

Slated to be launched soon, the Perodua Axia is the next generation Perodua model produced at its new manufacturing plant.

We do know that at least one variant of the Axia will come with Perodua’s new all-aluminium 1.0 litre engine, codenamed the 1KR. The question is whether the RM24,900 variant will get it or not. Compared to the Viva’s 1.0 litre cast iron engine, it’s a lot lighter, has a longer stroke, but omits DVVT variable valve timing. The same 997 cc three-cylinder engine, the D26F-1KR-DE, is found in Indonesia’s Daihatsu Ayla and Toyota Agya promises a fuel consumption of 20-22km per litre

 

Among the key features of the plant include a water-based paint formula, which is less abrasive compared with the solvent based paints it currently uses. The high level of automation also improves quality while at the same time reduces cost.

In the media release provided just now, Perodua were also keen to highlight the Axia’s 260-litre boot capacity. To put that space in perspective, the 2014 Kia Picanto (class competitor) has just 200 litres of space in the boot with the rear seats in their normal position

The name "Axia" (pronounced a-zee-a) is Perodua's 10th model.

Aminar believes that the Perodua Axia will be competitive in the region and represents a whole new standard for the company.

"This standard can be categorised by four key highlights, which are environmentally friendly, very spacious for a compact vehicle, easy driving and economical in terms of the overall cost of ownership," Aminar said.

With a tagline "Your Smart Move", the car represents Perodua's efforts in becoming globally competitive in terms of styling, features and price competitiveness.