The Perodua Axia is an excellent choice as a first car. It is not particularly large, easy to drive, fuel-efficient, and still very much affordable, despite a slight price increase for the second generation model.
The Axia is available in four variants – G, X, SE, and AV – with prices ranging from RM38,600 to RM49,500. Thanks to the DNGA platform, new CVT gearbox, and the ASA 3.0 driver assistance system, it offers better value for money compared to the first generation model.
Speaking of which, ever wonder what are the maintenance costs for the Axia?
10,000 km service
The first service for the Axia is carried out at a mileage of 10,000 km. Three items need to be replaced: fully synthetic 0W-20 engine oil (RM140.50), a drain plug gasket (RM3.80), and an engine oil filter (RM12.50). No labour charges are incurred, resulting in a total amount to be paid of RM156.80.
20,000 km & 60,000 km services
In addition to the engine oil, drain plug gasket, and engine oil filter, Perodua will also replace the spark plugs (RM45.30) and the cabin filter (RM24.90). Including labour costs (RM89) and an 8% service tax (RM7.12), the total cost this time amounts to RM323.12.
30,000 km, 50,000 km, 70,000 km & 90,000 km services
When the odometer hits 30,000 km, Perodua will replace the engine oil, drain plug gasket, and engine oil filter. Along with a labour cost of RM65 and a service tax (RM5.20), the total cost is RM277.
40,000 km & 80,000 km services
A major service is required at the 40,000 km and 80,000 km points. This time, you will need to change the engine oil, the drain plug gasket, the engine oil filter, the air cleaner filter (RM54.30), spark plugs (RM45.30), brake fluid (RM26.40), and the cabin filter (RM24.90). Labour costs for this service reach RM99, bringing the total amount to RM414.62.
100,000 km service
Once the odometer hits six figures, you will need to spend RM452.08 on a service, which includes changing the engine oil, engine oil filter, drain plug gasket, spark plugs, cabin filter, CVT fluid (RM117.60), and CVT drain plug gasket (RM3.80).
Conclusion
The total cost of periodic servicing for the Perodua Axia amounts to RM2,992.36 for 100,000 km/five years of ownership. This means that, on average, owners will need to budget RM598.47 per year or RM49.87 per month for servicing.
This calculation is important as, in addition to the installment payments, customers should also consider servicing costs and other expenses such as fuel, insurance, and tolls before making a decision.
