Perodua Myvi

The Perodua Myvi is a B-segment car produced by Malaysian manufacturer Perodua since 2005. Based on the Daihatsu Boon (also branded as the Daihatsu Sirion, Toyota Passo and Subaru Justy), the Myvi is the result of Perodua's collaboration with both Toyota and Daihatsu. The Perodua Myvi has been the best-selling car in Malaysia for 8 consecutive years, between 2006 and 2013 respectively.^[1][2][3]

First generation (2005–2011)

First generation
Overview
Manufacturer	Perodua
Also called	Daihatsu Sirion (Indonesia)[4]
Production	2005–2011
Body and chassis
Class	Supermini
Body style	5-door hatchback
Related	Daihatsu Boon Subaru Justy Toyota Passo
Powertrain
Engine	1.0 L EJ-VE DVVT DOHC I3 (petrol). 1.3 L K3-VE DVVT DOHC I4
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic
Dimensions
Length	3,630 mm (142.9 in)
Width	1,665 mm (65.6 in)
Height	1,550 mm (61.0 in)
Kerb weight	980 kg (2,161 lb)

Equipment levels

2005–2008 Myvi

2007–2008 Myvi SE

2008–2011 Myvi Standard

2008–2011 Myvi SE

2010–2011 Myvi LE

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The Myvi was made available in five variations: 1.0SR (five-speed manual), 1.3SX (five-speed manual), 1.3EZ (four-speed auto), 1.3SXi (five-speed manual), and 1.3EZi "Premium" (four-speed auto). In addition, a Myvi "Special Edition" was made available, featuring a bodykit encompassing modified bumpers, sideskirts and a spoiler. The Myvi was also made available with dual airbags and ABS.

Colors available on the Myvi include Ebony Black, Olive Green, Glittering Silver, Ozzy Orange, Classic Gold, Mistique Red, Mocha Silver and Pearl White. The facelift features a new colour range which consist of Medallion Grey, Ivory White, Pearl White, Klasik Gold, Mistik Red, Ebony Black, Caribbean Blue and Glittering Silver.^[5] The Perodua Myvi SE is available in Ivory White, Ebony Black, Glittering Silver, Pearl White or a special Tangerine Orange exclusive only for the Myvi SE.^[6]

Performance and design

The Myvi boasts either one of two water-cooled, four-stroke engines derived from the first generation Daihatsu Sirion: A 1.0 litre EJ-VE engine with three in-line cylinders, or the Toyota Passo: 1.3 litre K3-VE engine with four in-line cylinders; both engines employ Dynamic Variable Valve Timing (DVVT) systems and conventional electronic fuel injection (EFI).

In addition to raw performance, features previously uncommon on Perodua cars were inherited from the Sirion to the Myvi. Among them are four-hole injectors, foamed urethane injected to the A-pillar, centre pillar and B-pillar for noise insulation, immobiliser systems and pedestrian injury reduction body construction. Other notable features include underbody air flow regulating items, resin intake manifolds and cylinder headcovers integrated with air cleaner cases and flexible flywheels for reduced vibration during running (for manual transmission).

Facelift

On August 22, 2008, an updated Perodua Myvi was launched. The new Myvi features a modified front grille, front bumper, front bonnet, rear bumper, alloy rims, dashboard color, instrument panel design, MP3/WMA player and seat fabric. Its 1.3 Premium model additionally features new UV protection glass, a seat height adjuster, as well as a new audio system with USB and Bluetooth capabilities.^[5]

A "Special Edition" of the new Perodua Myvi SE was also launched on October 10, 2008 with a new bumpers, clear taillights, smoked headlights, an amber instrument panel, leather seats, and a 2-DIN Compact Disc player with MP3, WMA, USB and Bluetooth support instead of an integrated unit. It is only available with a 1.3L engine with a manual or automatic transmission.^[6]

A "exclusive edition" of the perodua myvi was also launched on October 2009. It is very similar to the se variant but with side skirt. Only three colours are available – Ebony Black, Ivory White and Medallion Grey. It’s priced at RM51,000 for solid colours and RM51,500 for metallic colours.^[7]

A "limited edition" of the perodua myvi was also launched on July 2010. It had a special color called dazzling red. It is based on the 1.3 standard automatic variant. The LE has new trim colour and fabric, door inner handles, an “LE” carpet mat, and decorative cubic printing on both the centre cluster and the door trim armrests. There’s also dual airbags for the people at the front. The radio has USB and Bluetooth connectivity. On the outside, Perodua has fitted the Myvi LE with smoked clear rear combination lamps (straight from the Myvi SE), “LE” badging and side door moldings.^[8]

Reception

The launch of the Perodua Myvi was significant as it marked first time Perodua competed head-to-head with Proton, the first Malaysian national car maker, which would release a similarly classed Proton Savvy.

The Myvi 1.3 beat its rival, the Proton Savvy 1.2, as the "Car of the Year 2005/2006" by Autocar ASEAN, a magazine for car buyers in Malaysia. The Edge Daily, a local financial news media reported that Myvi sales have far surpassed its initial expectations and has been selling extremely well since its rollout in April.

Proton's Savvy, available to the market a few months after the launch of the Myvi, had not affected Myvi sales. Observing the strong demand for the Myvi, it boosted sales of vehicles in the country and Perodua's market share in 2006.

Reviews

Richard Hammond, a presenter on BBC's Top Gear,^[9] gave a positive review of the Perodua Myvi, saying:

"No jokes, this is a good-looking car. But if it looks familiar, that's because this is a Daihatsu Sirion in all but name. You see it costs billions to develop a new car – you design them on computers then build lots of them to crash into walls. So Perodua let someone else do it and spent their money sticking a new badge on it.

But they kept a bit back to spend on styling. Which is why, even though it shares bits and pieces with the Sirion, the Myvi is better looking...

...So under seven grand for a good-looking car, built in a factory shared with Toyota, which handles as well as a Yaris, does nearly 50mpg with a three-year warranty – yes please."

Jeremy Clarkson's review was less positive, claiming the brakes, the ride, the seats and the interior were "rubbish". He also humorously suggested that "this is a car you drive with a long face".

A 2009 study by J.D. Power & Associates saw the Myvi ranked highest for its initial quality in terms of new-vehicle ownership in the compact car segment.^[10][11]

Second generation (2011–present)

Second generation
Overview
Manufacturer	Perodua
Also called	Daihatsu Sirion (Indonesia)[12]
Production	2011–present
Body and chassis
Class	Supermini
Body style	5-door hatchback
Related	Daihatsu Boon Toyota Passo
Powertrain
Engine	1.3 L K3-VE DVVT DOHC I4 (petrol) 1.5 L 3SZ-VE DVVT DOHC I4 (petrol)
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,440 mm (96.1 in)
Length	3,690 mm (145.3 in)
Width	1,665 mm (65.6 in)
Height	1,545 mm (60.8 in)
Kerb weight	950–960 kg (2,094–2,116 lb)

2011–2014 Perodua Myvi

The 2011 Perodua Myvi was launched by the 16 June 2011 with a tagline of Lagi Best (contextually, Lagi means more in Malay) for 1.3 version and later for 1.5 version with tagline Lagi Power, Lagi Best.^[13]

In April 2014, Perodua launched base Myvi XT model which replace the 1.3 standard. It added equipment at no extra cost.^[14]

2011–mid-2014 Myvi Standard

2013–2014 Myvi 1.3 SE (S-Series)

2011–2014 Myvi 1.5 SE

2011–2014 Myvi 1.5 Extreme

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Performance and safety

Both the 1.3 litre K3-VE and 1.5 litre 3SZ-VE engine come with DVVT and EFI. Despite the 2011 1.3 litre Myvi using the same engine as the previous generation, Perodua reports an increased of 10HP in the 2011 Myvi all thanks to the electric power steering (EPS) which Perodua will now be able to channel the extra power for an increased horsepower.

Dual SRS Airbags are standard across the range, the first of National cars in Malaysia. the center belt of the rear seat is now 3-point ELR instead of a lap-belt only. ISOFIX is standard across the range for standard installations of child seats. ABS and EBD is available in 1.3L Premium, Elegance and 1.5L variants.

Equipment

The 2011 Perodua Myvi is available with two engine options of 1.3L and 1.5L, it was separated by different design of bumper and grill. Both are available in a 4-speed automatic or a 5-speed manual gearbox. There are three trims for the 1.3L model – Standard (EZ & SX), Premium (EZI & SXI) and Elegance, and two trims for the 1.5L model – SE (Special Edition) and Extreme. Although the 2011 Myvi is a rebadged 2010 JDM Daihatsu Boon, it has different exterior and interior styling, equipment and engine. Also the CVT transmission is not available, in contrast with the original model.

Projector headlamp, Electronic Power Steering and dual airbags are standard across the range. The standard trim gets steel rims with caps, and other variants get alloy rims and Foglamps. The Automatic transmission lever is now relocated to the dashboard area like the Perodua Alza. An integrated 2-DIN 6-inch Touch Screen DVD Navigation system with Maps powered by Telekom Malaysia is available in the 1.3L Elegance and all 1.5L variants. The 1.3L Elegance and 1.5L Extreme variants also get chrome door handles and a different bodykit.

2015 Perodua Myvi

On 7 January 2015, Perodua announced that bookings for the 2015 Perodua Myvi have been opened.^[15] The 2015 Myvi is the mid-life facelift model of the second generation Myvi. It has been revamped to suit Perodua's new design language and product branding. The 2015 Perodua Myvi will be produced in six different colours, including two new colours, Electric Blue and Cosmic Gold, and will be priced from RM41,500 to RM58,900, slightly less expensive than the pre-facelift Myvi which ranged from RM41,936 to RM61,740.^[15][16] The facelifted second generation Perodua Myvi was début on 15 January 2015.^[17]

Performance

The 2015 Myvi will be produced in six variants, in two engine and transmission options, namely the 1.3L Standard G manual and automatic, 1.3L Premium X automatic, 1.5L SE manual and automatic and 1.5L Advance automatic.^[15] The powertrain remains largely unchanged over the pre-facelift Myvi, with the four-cylinder 1.3L K3-VE and 1.5L 3SZ-VE engines developing 89 hp with 117 Nm, and 102 hp with 136 Nm respectively.^[15] The four-speed automatic and five speed manual transmissions have also been carried over from the pre-facelift model.

Equipment

The most significant changes in the facelifted Perodua Myvi would amount to the increased equipment and kit levels across the range. The 1.3L and 1.5L models are differentiated with unique bumpers and alloy rims.^[15] The 1.3L Standard G model, the base model of the range, is fitted with a simple radio with CD-player head unit, while the more expensive 1.3L Premium X and 1.5L SE models add MP3/WMA, USB and Bluetooth functions.^[15] The range-topping 1.5L Advance variant is equipped with a multimedia system and navigation, as well as a reverse camera. Both 1.3L models are fitted with standard fabric seats, while the 1.5L SE sports fabric semi-bucket seats, which is leather-wrapped in the 1.5L Advance.^[15] Additionally, all models with the exception of the 1.3L Standard G feature front corner sensors. The 1.3L models are fitted with standard halogen headlamps, whereas the 1.5L variants feature projector headlamps with guide lights, a first for a B-segment Malaysian-made car.^[15] Other new additions include the well-received anti-snatch hook first seen in the Perodua Axia, as well as a retractable cup holder under the driver's right side air-cond vent.

Safety

Perodua claims that the 2015 Myvi has achieved a 4-star ASEAN NCAP rating thanks to added safety equipment.^[16][17] However, the Standard G base model still lacks an anti-lock braking system (ABS) with electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD) and brake assist (BA).^[15] The Premium X, SE and Advance models have ABS with EBD and BA, but the airbag count remains at a mere two, with only the driver and front passenger compartments being protected. Electronic stability control (ESC) or a traction control system (TCS) is still not offered. In comparison, the Myvi's main competitor, the Proton Iriz, offers all of the aforementioned safety features throughout the model range, including ESC and TCS, while the range-topping Iriz model offers six airbags. Additionally, the body frame of the Iriz is made with hot press forming (HPF) technology, which increases the frame's tensile strength and torsional body rigidity. The Myvi is made with conventional cold pressing methods, which costs less but results in a weaker body frame. Despite Perodua's claims that the 2015 Myvi is 4-star ASEAN NCAP rated, it is likely that the rating only applies to the Premium X, SE and Advance models and not to the Standard G base model which lacks ABS with EBD and BA.

Export to Indonesia

2007–2011 Daihatsu Sirion in Indonesia.

2011–2014 Daihatsu Sirion in Indonesia.

The first generation Perodua Myvi was exported to Indonesia and badged as the Daihatsu Sirion since April 2007.^[18] The Sirion in Indonesia does not use the global Sirion styling by Daihatsu, but uses Perodua's styling including the interiors, bumpers and lamps.^[4] It is only available in the 1.3L version with two types of variants.^[18] Type-D offers basic spec while Type-M offers Aerokits and leather seats.

The second generation Perodua Myvi was also rebadged as a Daihatsu Sirion for the Indonesian market. It was launched on 23 July 2011 at the 2011 Indonesia International Motor Show.^[12] Like the previous generation Sirion, the new Sirion is also imported as a CBU model from Perodua's factory in Rawang, Malaysia. The second generation Sirion sold in Indonesia is based on the Perodua Myvi in its mid-range Premium trim level.^[12] Apart from the different badges, steering wheel and the lack of airbags and ABS, the second generation Sirion is largely identical to the Myvi Premium. At launch, the new Daihatsu Sirion 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic costed between 139,500,000 and 150,500,000 rupiah (RM48,715 and RM52,556) respectively.^[12]

PT Astra Daihatsu Motor sold 1,030 units of the Sirion in 2010, followed by 2,857, 6,663 and 2,374 units in 2011, 2012 and 2013 respectively.^[19]

References

External links

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• Official Perodua Myvi website