RAWANG: We were quite impressed after a brief drive of the cheapest and most expensive Bezza variants at Perodua’s new test track in Rawang, which has a good mix of long straight stretches and up/down hill curves.
We tried the RM50,800 Bezza 1.3L auto (Advance) first, with a 4-speed automatic transmission and a 1.3-litre engine that outputs 94hp at 6,000rpm and 121Nm at 4,000rpm.
The car has a perky and get-up-and-go quality, and we quickly hit speeds of 110kph and above.
The Bezza was also a composed creature when we tackled track curves, which are similar to Malaysian highway curves, in a sporty manner.
The test track also had bumpy and irregular-surfaced stretches to simulate bad roads, and we had no issue with the comfort level afforded by the well-tuned suspension.
As for the RM37,300 Bezza 1.0L manual, which has a 5-speed manual tranmission, we found it to be have a fun-to-drive quality with decisive gear engagement, and even more perkier acceleration.
The 1.0-litre powertrain feels quite refined, and in fact, we hardly took notice of our high speeds when attacking track curves.
For comparison purposes, check out the below:
Perodua Bezza 1.0L manual (Standard G)
RM37,300 on-the-road
VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing – intelligence)
67hp/91Nm
865kg
5-speed manual
22.8km per litre
ABS (anti-lock brake system) and EBD (electronic brake force distribution)
Remote control boot release
Audio system with USB
Seatbelt Reminder System (SBR) for driver only
Perodua Bezza 1.0L auto (Standard G)
RM39,300 on-the-road
VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing – intelligence)
67hp/91Nm
880kg
4-speed automatic
21.3km per litre
ABS (anti-lock brake system) and EBD (electronic brake force distribution)
Remote control boot release
Audio system with USB
Seatbelt Reminder System (SBR) for driver only
Perodua Bezza 1.3L manual (Premium X)
RM42,800 on-the-road
dual VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing – intelligence).
94hp/121Nm
900kg
5-speed manual
21.7km per litre
ABS (anti-lock brake system) and EBD (electronic brake force distribution)
Remote control and release-button for boot
Audio system with USB and Bluetooth
Seatbelt Reminder System (SBR) for driver only
Rear USB port
Smart entry and engine push-start button
Solar and security window film
wiper speed link-to-vehicle-speed
Perodua Bezza 1.3L auto (Premium X)
RM44,800 on-the-road
dual VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing – intelligence).
94hp/121Nm
915kg
4-speed automatic
21km per litre
ABS (anti-lock brake system) and EBD (electronic brake force distribution)
Remote control and release-button for boot
Audio system with USB and Bluetooth
Seatbelt Reminder System (SBR) for driver only
Rear USB port
Smart entry and engine push-start button
Solar and security window film
wiper speed link-to-vehicle-speed
Perodua Bezza 1.3L auto (Advance)
RM50,800 on-the-road
dual VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing – intelligence).
94hp/121Nm
930kg
4-speed automatic
22km per litre
ABS (anti-lock brake system) and EBD (electronic brake force distribution)
Remote control and release-button for boot
Multimedia system with navigation
Smart Link for Android smartphones
Reverse camera
dual front Seatbelt Reminder System (SBR)
Rear USB port
Smart entry and engine push-start button
Solar and security window film
Wiper speed link-to-vehicle-speed
Regenerative braking system
Vehicle stability control (VSC)
Idling-stop system
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