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Perodua Axia I (B200, facelift 2019) 1.0 VVT-i (68 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Perodua Axia:
The Perodua Axia is a city car produced by Malaysian automobile manufacturer Perodua. It was launched on 15 September 2014 as the successor to the Viva. The car takes over the title of being the most affordable car in Malaysia from the Viva, and the best-selling car in Malaysia for three consecutive years, between 2015 until 2017. The Axia is the first model to debut from Perodua's all-new second factory in Rawang, Selangor. As of mid-2023, the Axia reached 600,000 units sold since the launch of its first generation in 2014....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (B200, facelift 2019) Overview:
Perodua Axia (I (B200, facelift 2019)). With 91 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 860 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.0 VVT-i (68 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 68 Hp 1.0L VVT-i engine with automatic transmission provides sufficient power for urban commuting, though it can feel strained during highway overtakes or uphill climbs.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 4.6 l/100 km, this automatic variant offers excellent fuel efficiency, making it very economical for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional fuel economy across all variants
- • Highly affordable purchase price and low running costs
- • Compact dimensions make it ideal for city driving and parking
- • Known for strong reliability and low maintenance
- • Practical 5-door hatchback body style
Cons:
- • Limited engine performance, especially on highways
- • Basic interior features and materials compared to rivals
- • Can feel underpowered when fully loaded or on steep inclines
- • Noise levels can be high at highway speeds
- • Safety features are adequate but not class-leading
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (B200): September, 2014 - January, 2017).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Perodua |
| Model: | Axia |
| Generation: | I (B200, facelift 2019) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 VVT-i (68 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | September, 2019 |
| End of production: | February, 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 68 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 68.1 Hp/l [5mm more] |
| Torque: | 91 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1KR-VE More details about the engine 1KR-VE |
| Engine displacement: | 998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 2.7 l |
| Coolant: | 2.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 71 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.6 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.6 kg/Hp, 79.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.5 kg/Nm, 105.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 860 |
| Max. weight: | 1260 |
| Max load: | 400 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 33 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3645 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Width: | 1620 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1510 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2455 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1410 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1405 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.0 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 175/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 5J x 14 |
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