Perodua Myvi

The Myvi was made available in five trim levels: 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.

Colours available on the Myvi include Ebony Black, Olive Green, Glittering Silver, Ozzy Orange, Classic Gold, Mistik Red, Mocha Silver, Ivory White and Pearl White. Meanwhile the SE version include the colour selections of Mistik Red, Ebony Black and Ivory White only. 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.[14] 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.[15]

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  2005–2008 Myvi
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  2005–2008 Myvi
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  2007–2008 Myvi SE
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  2007–2008 Myvi SE
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  2008–2011 Myvi Standard
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  2008–2011 Myvi Standard
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  2008–2011 Myvi SE
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  2008–2011 Myvi SE
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  2010–2011 Myvi LE
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  2010–2011 Myvi LE

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 inline-four cylinders; both engines employ Dynamic Variable Valve Timing (DVVT) systems and conventional electronic fuel injection (EFI). Both engines are locally built at Perodua's Serendah plant.[16]

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).

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 trim additionally features new UV protection glass, a seat height adjuster, as well as a new audio system with USB and Bluetooth capabilities.[14]

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.[15]

An "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, the front and rear bumpers remain the same design as the standard Myvis. 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.[17]

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.[18]

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.

Richard Hammond, a presenter on BBC's Top Gear,[19] 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.[20][21]

The first generation Perodua Myvi was exported to Indonesia and badged as the Daihatsu Sirion since April 2007.[22] The Sirion in Indonesia does not use the global Sirion styling by Daihatsu, but uses Perodua's styling including the interiors, bumpers and lamps.[1] It is only available in the 1.3L version with two trim levels.[22] The D trim offers basic specification, while the M trim offers Aerokits and leather seats. PT Astra Daihatsu Motor sold 1,030 units of the Sirion in 2010, followed by 2,857 in 2011[23]

This generation of Myvi was also exported to United Kingdom and was the last Perodua vehicle to be exported there up until 2013.[24]

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  2007–2008 Daihatsu Sirion in Indonesia
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  2008–2011 Daihatsu Sirion in Indonesia
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  2008–2011 Daihatsu Sirion in Indonesia

Developed under D54T project, the 2011 Myvi was launched on 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.[25]

In April 2014, Perodua launched base Myvi XT model which replace the 1.3 standard. It added equipment at no extra cost.[26]

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  2011–2014 Myvi Standard
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  2011–2014 Myvi Standard
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  2013–2014 Myvi 1.3 SE
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  2013–2014 Myvi 1.3 SE
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  2011–2014 Myvi 1.5 SE
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  2011–2014 Myvi 1.5 SE
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  2011–2014 Myvi 1.5 Extreme
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  2011–2014 Myvi 1.5 Extreme

Both 1.3-litre K3-VE and 1.5-litre 3SZ-VE engines are fitted with DVVT and EFI. Despite the fact that the 1.3-litre is a carry-over from the previous generation Myvi, Perodua reported an increase of 10 hp for the new model. The increase was attributed to the new electric power steering (EPS) system. Additionally, the 1.5-litre 3SZ-VE engine, which also powers the Perodua Alza, is imported from the Daihatsu engine plant in Karawang, Indonesia.[27]

Dual SRS Airbags are standard across the range, the first of the national badged cars in Malaysia. The central rear seat belt is a 3-point ELR system, an upgrade over the 2-point belt in the previous generation. ISOFIX is standard across the range for standard installations of child seats. ABS and EBD is available in the 1.3L Premium, 1.3L Elegance and all 1.5L variants.

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 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 touchscreen 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 trim levels also get chrome door handles and a different body kit.

• - ASEAN NCAP -

Safety features [N 1]
Variant	Standard G	Premium	Elegance	Second Edition	Advance
Market
ABS + EBD + BA	✘		✔
Airbags	2 (front)

On 7 January 2015, Perodua announced that bookings for the 2015 Perodua Myvi have been opened.[28] 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 was produced in six different colours, including two new colours, Electric Blue and Cosmic Gold, priced from RM41,500 to RM58,900, slightly less expensive than the pre-facelift Myvi which ranged from RM41,936 to RM61,740.[28][29] The facelifted second generation Perodua Myvi debuted on 15 January 2015.[30]

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  Perodua Myvi 1.3 Premium X (facelift)
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  2015 Perodua Myvi 1.3 Premium XS (facelift)
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  2015 Perodua Myvi 1.3 Premium XS (facelift)
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  Perodua Myvi 1.5 SE (facelift)
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  Perodua Myvi 1.5 SE (facelift)

The 2015 Myvi was produced in six trim levels, 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.[28] 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.[28] The four-speed automatic and five-speed manual transmissions have also been carried over from the pre-facelift model.

The most significant changes in the facelifted Perodua Myvi would amount to the increased equipment and kit levels across the range. Despite that, projector headlamps and Bluetooth connectivity were no longer standard. The 1.3L and 1.5L models are differentiated with unique bumpers and alloy rims.[28] 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.[28] 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.[28] 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.[28] 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 conditioning vent.

• - ASEAN NCAP -

Safety features [N 1]
Variant	Standard G	Premium X	Special Edition	Advance
Market
ABS + EBD + BA	✘	✔
Airbags	2 (front)

Perodua claims that the 2015 Myvi has achieved a 4-star ASEAN NCAP rating thanks to added safety equipment.[29][30] However, the Standard G base model still lacks an anti-lock braking system (ABS) with electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD) and brake assist (BA).[28] 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. 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.

The second generation Perodua Myvi was also rebadged as the Daihatsu Sirion for the Indonesian market. It was launched on 23 July 2011 at the 2011 Indonesia International Motor Show.[31] 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.[31] 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.[31]

PT Astra Daihatsu Motor sold 2,857, 6,663 and 2,374 units of Sirion in 2011, 2012 and 2013 respectively.[23]

In February 2015, the second generation Myvi facelift was launched in Indonesia. Available with either manual or automatic transmission, the Sirion that was sold in Indonesia was mainly based on the 1.5 SE trim sold in Malaysia but instead of having a 1.5-litre engine, the Indonesia market Sirion used a 1.3-litre engine. Other notable difference from the Malaysian 1.5 SE trim included the instrument cluster from the Malaysian market 1.3 Premium X and a headunit system that was not used in any Myvi's bound for the Malaysian market.[32]

Since April 2016, GHK Motors Sdn Bhd sells the facelifted second generation Myvi in 1.5 SE trim only. Replaced the Japanese-made first generation Daihatsu Sirion (based on the Boon), the car was featured with either 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmission.[33]

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  2011–2015 Daihatsu Sirion in Indonesia
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  2011–2015 Daihatsu Sirion in Indonesia
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  2015–2018 Daihatsu Sirion in Indonesia

A third generation of the Perodua Myvi had been rumored to come in the late 2017/early 2018.[35] On 8 November 2017, Perodua announced that bookings for the 2018 Perodua Myvi have been opened.[36] The third generation Perodua Myvi mades it public debut at the Malaysia Autoshow at MAEPS in Serdang from 9–12 November 2017.[37] Although during this time, the car was parked in a box that featured multiple cut outs only allowing for sneak peeks.[38] The third generation Perodua Myvi was launched on 16 November 2017. It was developed under D20N project.

This generation of Myvi was known to be locally made in-house, without rebadging from the third generation of Daihatsu Boon. Instead, the third generation Myvi was designed in-house by Perodua's own design and styling division led by Muhamad Zamuren Musa, who also designed the Perodua Bezza.[39] It is a totally brand new car in which Toyota and Daihatsu only provide advice and engines to Perodua in generating the new Myvi.

6 exterior colour options was available: Lava Red, Mystical Purple, Glittering Silver, Ivory White, Granite Grey and Peppermint Green. Granite Grey was exclusive to 1.5 variants and Peppermint Green was exclusive to 1.3 variants.

Standard equipment across the lineup included LED reflector headlights, manual headlight leveling, LED taillights, electrically adjustable side mirrors, aeroblade front wipers, reverse sensors, full size spare tyre, keyless entry and start, all round power windows with the driver window getting auto up and auto down, digital air con controls, tilt adjustable steering wheel, height adjustable driver seat, 60:40 split folding reear seat, pocket on the side of the front driver seat for mobile phones and integrated shopping hook and anti snatch hook. 1.3 variants uses 14" alloy wheels with a 7 spoke directorial design while 1.5 variants uses 15" alloy wheels with a 5 double spoke design finished in dual tone. Standard G variant featured a silver front grill and body color exterior door handles while other variants has chrome front grill and chrome exterior door handles. 1.5 variants adds on a front splitter, rear spoiler and dual tone side skirts and rear bumper. Inside, the Standard G variant has silver trim surrounding the air con vents while other variants has chrome surrounds in addition to additional silver and chrome highlights around the cabin. Standard G variant has an integrated headunit with radio and USB input. The Premium X and High variant gains Bluetooth connectivity and the Advance variant gets a touchscreen headunit with reverse camera, GPS and a feature that allows mirroring your smartphone screen onto the headunit. Premium X variant gains USB charger, leather wrapped steering wheel with buttons and rear seats with adjustable headrests. Standard G model has a Polyurethane steering wheel with no buttons and integrated rear headrests. High variant adds in a built in toll reader and the Advance model adds security window tint film and leather upholstery. Other variants uses fabric upholstery.[40]

During the 2018 KL International Motor Show, a Myvi GT concept was shown. Exterior changes compared to a standard Myvi included a different front bumper, red design line in the headlamps that flowed from the grill, flared wheel arches, 17" wheels, upgraded brakes, larger rear spoiler, different rear bumper and exposed tailpipes. For the interior, differences was red highlights, bucket seats and a flat bottom steering wheel.[41]

In July 2020, the Perodua Myvi was updated. Updates includes enhanced safety features and revised colour choices. ASA was upgraded to version 2.0 and made available on all 1.5 variants and optional on the 1.3 Premium X variant. Granite Grey previously exclusive to 1.5 variants was also made available on 1.3 Premium X variant. Peppermint Green and Mystical Purple was discontinued but Electric Blue was introduced.[42]

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  Interior (1.3 G variant)
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  Rear view (1.3 G variant)
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  LED reflector headlights
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  LED taillights with bulb type turn indicator and reverse light
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  15" dual tone alloy wheels
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  Built in shopping hooks at the back of the front seat(s).
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  USB charging port on the side of the driver seat.
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  Anti-snatch on the side of the front passenger seat
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  Touchscreen head unit
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  Digital air-con controls

The engines provided were improvised by Perodua for the new Myvi in order to enhance fuel efficiency and in acquiring the EEV standards as the Axia and Bezza. Two engines are available:

1. 1NR-VE engine with a displacement of 1,329 cc (1.3 litre) that produces 70 kW at 6000 rpm and 121 Nm at 4000 rpm.
2. 2NR-VE engine with a displacement of 1,496 cc (1.5 litre) that produces 76 kW at 6000 rpm and 136 Nm at 4200 rpm.

Both engines have double overhead camshaft and dual variable valve timing branded as Dual VVT-i.

The 1.3 litre engine can be had with either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic. Unlike the previous generation Myvi, the 1.5 litre engine can be had with only a 4-speed automatic.[43]

The first time ever in Malaysian branded car to offer 'Advanced Safety Assist' in AV Variant.

Advanced Safety Assist or (A.S.A.) including with :

• PCW (Pre-Collision Warning)
• PCB (Pre-Collision Braking)
• FDA (Front Departure Alert)
• PMC (Pedal Misoperation Control)

ASEAN NCAP 2017 Perodua Myvi:[44]

Vehicle category	Hatchback
Number of airbags	4 & 6
Overall	88.27/100.00
Adult Occupant Protection	32.71/36.00
Frontal Impact	14.79/16.00
Side Impact	15.91/16.00
Head Protection Technology	2.00/4.00
Child Occupant Protection	43.14/49.00
Frontal Impact	14.79/16.00
Side Impact	8.00/8.00
Safety Assist	15.00/18.00
Effective Braking & Avoidance	8.00/8.00
Seatbelt Reminders	6.00/6.00
Blind Spot Technology	-
Advanced SATs	1.00/2.00

Safety features [N 1]
Model Year	2018 - 2020				2020–present
Variant	Standard G	Premium X	High	Advance	Standard G	Premium X	High	Advance
Market
ABS + EBD + BA	✔
VSC + TRC
Advance Safety Assist (A.S.A)	✘			✔	✘	Optional	✔
Airbag	4 (front, side)		6 (front, side, curtain)		4 (front, side)		6 (front, side, curtain)

The third generation Myvi was launched in Indonesia in February 2018 as Daihatsu Sirion,[45] Singapore in April 2019,[46] Mauritius in August 2019[47] and Brunei in July 2020.[48]

In Indonesia, the third generation Myvi is sold as the Daihatsu Sirion. The Indonesia specifications closely matches the Premium X variant available in the Myvi's domestic market apart from having 2 transmission options, the use of larger 15" alloy wheels from the domestic market 1.5 Myvi's on the outside and a touchscreen headunit on the inside. It was updated in March 2020 with revision to the exterior. Granite Grey and Electric Blue color option was made available and the automatic variant gained the cosmetic enhancements from the domestic market 1.5 Myvi's.[49]

In Singapore, 2 variants are available: 1.3 X and 1.5 H while in Mauritius, 2 variants are available: 1.3 G and 1.5 H.

In Brunei, 2 variants are available: 1.3 G with 4-speed automatic transmission only which specifications mirrors that of the domestic market 1.3 Standard G variant and S-Edition. The S-Edition is the 1.3 G variant with a different front fascia, additional lower lip to the rear bumpers, side skirts, stickers on the side and different wheels. It has been confirmed that the additions seen on the S-Edition are done by Perodua's Brunei official distributor GHK Motors and not Perodua themselves.[50]

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  2018–present Daihatsu Sirion in Indonesia
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  2018–present Daihatsu Sirion in Indonesia
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  2018–present Daihatsu Sirion interior in Indonesia
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  Note that the Bruneian models Myvi S-Edition bodykit are available in Brunei market only while it has been confirmed that the additions of its bodykits are done by the distributor and not Perodua themselves.

It was reported that after one week from launch, 1,000 units had been delivered.[51] Then after one month of being on sale, in December 2017, it was reported that 4,500 units were delivered.[52] 2 and a half months after launch in January 2018, 11,000 units were delivered. It was also revealed that 1.5 models accounted for 85% of the bookings.[53] 28,000, 38,000 units and 100,000 units delivered was reported in March 2018,[54] May 2018[55] and in February 2019[56] respectively.

In August 2018, a supply disruption at one of the vendors caused a temporary halt to Myvi productions. It was reported that it affected 3,000 customers.[57]

The third generation Myvi has received generally favourable reviews from critics in its domestic market. Malaysian automotive journalist Hafriz Shah from paultan.org commended the Myvi's looks, quality and features. Overall package offered were exceptionally praised, in which Shah claimed if you’re looking to buy a car under RM100k, do take a look at the Myvi first. It really is that good.". However Shah also criticised on the small speedometer, having only one \compartment here for items, and the headunits English.[58] Kon from evomalaysia.com commended the Myvi's being stylish, affordable, and practical but commented that it's not for enthusiasts and "that the predecessor was more spacious inside.[59]

• Budget Car - iCar Asia People's Choice Awards 2017[60]
• Best 3 Compact Hatch of Malaysia - Aurizn Awards 2018 'Cars of Malaysia'[61]
• Vehicle of the Year 2018 - DSF.my Allianz Vehicle of the Year (VOTY) 2018[62]
• Best Compact Hatch - Carsifu Editor's Choice Awards 2018[63]
• Compact Hatch (Gold Winner) - Carlist.my People's Choice Awards 2018[64]
• Entry Level Car of the Year - Malaysia Car of the Year (COTY) 2018[65]
• Malaysia's Good Design Mark 2018[66]
• Best 3 City Cars - 2019 'Cars of Malaysia'[67]