Perodua Bezza - What makes it desirable?

Perodua Bezza - What makes it desirable?

One of the most popular contenders in the segment Perodua Bezza manages to offer a premium feeling sedan at a competitive price. As soon as it was launched, the A-segment sedan quickly managed to become one of the most sought after offerings in the price bracket. As the sedan version of Perodua Axia hatchback, Bezza was first introduced on 21st July 2016 and happens to be the company's first in-house design. As the nameplate would suggest Perodua developed Bezza to set itself apart from the competition.

Perodua Bezza

Exteriors

The aesthetics of Perodua Bezza is a subject of contention and its degree of acceptance differs as consumers and industry critics present highly personalized opinions. Unlike other cars in the category, Perodua Bezza's design has received mixed and polarized reviews from the public and it has been argued that the styling is questionable when it comes to certain elements. Exterior highlights include adjustable headlights, manually adjustable exterior rearview mirror, and alloy wheels. Perodua Bezza color choices include ebony black solid, ivory white, lava red, glittering silver, ocean blue, and sugar brown.

Perodua Bezza

Dimensions

With the new Perodua Bezza, the carmaker has managed to achieve a respectable feat as the car offers plenty of space and a reasonable size boot. The car is 4150 mm long and gets a 2455 mm wheelbase. Thanks to these dimensions the car feels quite stable at higher speeds. Space in the boot can be further extended by pulling down the rear seats. Perodua Bezza gets one of the highest roofs in the segment at 1510 mm which means occupants don’t feel cramped in the 5-seater.

Perodua Bezza

Dimensions Measurements
Length 4150 mm
Width 1620 mm
Height 1510 mm
Wheelbase 2455mm

Perodua Bezza

Interiors and Features

For an A-segment sedan, Perodua Bezza comes well equipped with a respectable range of features. The top of the line 1.3 Advance variant of the 2019 Perodua Bezza is available with a navigation system, Bluetooth connectivity, FM/AM radio, CD player, USB and auxiliary input, and an integrated 2DIN audio system. Perodua offers the entry-level 1.0 Gxtra Bezza model with features like FM/AM radio, CD player, dual front speakers, and USB and auxiliary input as standard.

Perodua Bezza

Specifications

2019 Perodua Bezza gets dual-powerplant options which include an entry-level 1-liter VVT-i engine and more a powerful 1.3-liter dual VVT-i engine, both of which are very rev-happy. The entry-level 3-cylinder, 1-liter unit manages to produce 67 bhp of power and 91 Nm of peak torque.

This powerplant is available with the option of a 5-speed manual transmission or a 4-speed automatic gearbox. The mid-range Premium X MT model is the only one which gets the 1.3-liter motor paired to the 5-speed manual gearbox and the more expensive trims are only offered with automatic transmission. The 1.3-liter unit manages to produce 95 bhp of power 121 Nm of peak torque. Check out 2019 Perodua Bezza specs sheet:

Engine 1-liter 3 cylinder 12 valve VVT-i 1.3-liter 4 cylinder 16 valve DOHC dual VVT-I
Power 67 bhp 95 bhp
Torque 91 Nm 121 Nm
Transmission 5-speed Manual, 4-speed Automatic 5-speed Manual, 4-speed Automatic

Perodua Bezza

Fuel Economy

The 4-cylinder, 16 valve, dual VVT-i petrol engine manages to offer 21.7 kmpl of fuel economy when driven with the manual gearbox and the fuel economy drop down to 21 kmpl in case of the automatic version. The 1-liter, 3-cylinder, 12 valve, VVT-i engine is the most frugal unit available in the country and manages to offer an impressive fuel economy of 22.8 kmpl when mated to the 5-speed manual gearbox and 21.3 kmpl when paired to the automatic unit. All Perodua Brezza models are only offered with front-wheel drive type.

Variants and Price

The 2019 Perodua Bezza is available in a range of 5 variants include both manual and automatic transmission models that are available for both 1-liter and 1.3-liter engine options in the case of Gxtra and Premium X variants. Lastly, we have the top of the line 1.3 Advance variant which is only available with the option of a 4-speed automatic gearbox and the 1.3-liter petrol engine. Prices for the entry-level model start at RM 34,490 and go all the way up to RM 47,790 for the top of the range model.

Have a look at 2019 Perodua Bezza price list:

Variant Price
1.0 Gxtra MT RM 34,490
1.0 Gxtra AT RM 36,290
1.3 Premium X MT RM 40,090
1.3 Premium X AT RM 41,890
1.3 Advance RM 47,790

Rivals

In the A-segment sedan category, Perodua Bezza rivals the likes of Toyota Vios, Proton Preve, and the segment favorite Honda City.

Perodua Bezza Versus Toyota Vios

Even though Toyota Vios is much more expensive than Perodua Bezza when it comes to leg and elbow room, thanks to Bezza’s design, the A-segment sedan manages to offer more cabin space than Toyota’s offering.

Safety Features

Some standard safety features available in the Perodua Bezza include dual front airbags, child safety locks, Anti-lock braking system with EBD, parking sensors, crash sensor, and front and side-impact beams.

Perodua Bezza

Competition picks

Honda City happens to be the segment-favorite and offers a much more premium feel when it comes to design, fit and finish, and features but one cannot argue with the competitive pricing of Perodua Bezza and its frugal powertrain options.

Verdict

Bezza’s appearance might not be everyone’s cup of tea but for our money, Perodua’s entry-level sedan with its competitive price tag, frugal engine options, and abundance of space, makes it one of the most attractive offerings in the category.

Also read: Perodua Bezza - Manual or Automatic

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