Perodua introduces facelifted Axia with a 1.0-litre engine and variable valve timing (VVT-I) technology. The engine produces 67 hp and 91 Nm. Power outputs are up to 1 hp and 1 Nm Transmission options are the same - either a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic.

According to Perodua, the new engine boosts Axia's fuel economy from 21.6 km/L to 22.5 km/L. The Axia can proudly hold on to its title of the country’s first Energy Efficient Vehicle (EEV).

Other optimizations include a new front grille, bumper; rear door handle; a new seat fabric design; redesigned projector headlights, and an updated entertainment system with USB connectivity.

As for the Axia SE and advance variants, improvements include a push start button; smart entry; a multimedia system with "Smart Link"; new design projector headlamps; new chrome door outer handles; spiral design alloy wheels; backdoor handle; new seat fabric design (for SE).

The standard Axia is available in five colors, the SE and Advance versions come in two colors - solid sunflower yellow and metal lava red.