Perodua Axia Interior
The 2023 second-generation Perodua Axia (D74A) is a genuinely new car built on the DNGA platform, and the difference from its predecessor is immediately apparent inside. The cabin is wider, the driving position is more upright with proper tilt adjustment, and the top AV variant brings a 7-inch TFT digital instrument cluster, 9-inch touchscreen, semi-leather seats, six airbags, and the full ASA 3.0 safety suite — all at under RM50,000. The 265-litre boot is 5 litres larger than the outgoing model, and the DNGA platform's improved ride translates to a noticeably more refined cabin experience. For first-time buyers or those wanting Malaysia's most affordable NCAP-tested hatchback, the new Axia represents the clearest step forward in the model's history.
Cabin & Space Summary
Boot: 265 litres. DNGA platform. 4-star ASEAN NCAP. Source: paultan.org (Feb 2023 D74A launch) / CarBase.my.
Comfort & Convenience Features
Comfort & Convenience Highlights
| Feature | Availability |
|---|---|
| 7" TFT Digital Instrument Cluster | AV variant only (4.2" LCD on G/X/SE) |
| 9" Touchscreen with SmartLink | AV variant only (basic radio on lower variants) |
| Semi-Leather Seats | AV variant only (fabric on G/X/SE) |
| 6 Airbags (Front, Side, Curtain) | AV variant only (2 airbags on G/X/SE) |
| ASA 3.0 (AEB, Lane Departure Warning/Prevention, BSM, RCTA) | AV variant only |
| Eco Idle Auto Start-Stop | SE and AV only |
| LED Headlamps with Auto High Beam | AV variant only (LED on X; halogen on G) |
| Keyless Entry with Push-Start | X, SE and AV |
Feature availability based on Perodua Axia D74A 4-variant lineup (G RM33,900; X RM38,000; SE RM42,000; AV RM49,000 — 2026 price cut). CKD Malaysia.
Perodua Axia Interior Photos
7" TFT Digital Instrument Cluster
The AV's 7-inch TFT digital cluster echoes what's found in the more expensive Ativa and Alza, giving the entry-level Axia a modern digital readout at an entry-level price.
9" Touchscreen with SmartLink
A 9-inch touchscreen in the AV replaces basic radio controls, bringing SmartLink pairing for music and calls in a more tech-forward form than the generation before.
Semi-Leather Seats
The AV's semi-leather front and rear seats feel noticeably more premium than the fabric across the rest of the range — an upgrade that the price point makes genuinely unexpected.
6 Airbags (Front, Side, Curtain)
Six airbags — a significant jump from the previous Axia's maximum of two — give the AV occupant protection levels that benchmark many cars from higher price brackets.
ASA 3.0 (AEB, Lane Departure Warning/Prevention, BSM, RCTA)
Perodua's most advanced safety package, including autonomous emergency braking, lane departure warning and prevention, blind spot monitoring, and rear cross traffic alert — standard on the AV.
Eco Idle Auto Start-Stop
The SE and AV's Eco Idle system switches the engine off at stops and restarts it instantly when the brake is released, reducing fuel consumption in city traffic.