Perodua Axia History
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Launched on 15 September 2014, the Axia replaced the aging Viva as Perodua's entry-level car and immediately claimed the title of Malaysia's most affordable new vehicle. Unlike its predecessors it used a modern 1.0 L EFI engine with five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission on a Daihatsu-derived B200 platform.
The Axia topped Malaysia's overall sales charts for three consecutive years — 2015 through 2017 — reinforcing Perodua's dominance at the volume end of the market. The first-generation car received facelifts in 2017 and 2019 before the second generation arrived on 14 February 2023, bringing updated styling and a revised powertrain.
Generations
First generation · B200
Original 1.0 L platform; facelifted 2017 and 2019; best-selling car in Malaysia 2015–2017.
Second generation · B200 second gen
Launched 14 February 2023 with revised styling and updated interior; retains 1.0 L engine family.
Body styles
- Hatchback
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