Ladies and gentlemen, the wait is over, the 2022 Perodua Myvi facelift is finally here, bigger and better than ever.

The new Myvi – internally codenamed D51A – now brings to the fore a range of aesthetic improvements, updated ADAS features – and for the first time, a Dual-mode CVT-type automatic transmission that promises better fuel economy and refinement.

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Five variants are available, priced between RM 45.7k for the Myvi 1.3 G and rise to RM 58.8k for the range-topping 1.5 AV. Courtesy of improved features, all variants of the Myvi now cost more than their respective pre-facelift counterparts.  

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Thus the question on the minds of many Malaysian looking to get their hands on one will be what’s the minimum salary what's the minimum salary needed in order to apply for a loan, and how much would I be paying every month in instalments? Well, let’s check it out.

How much do I need to make?

First, let’s take a look at the exacting prices of each variant, OTR without insurance, along with the minimum 10 percent downpayment for each variant. 

Let's examine the cheapest variant of the new Myvi, the 1.3 G, as an example.

Assuming a typical downpayment of 10 percent factoring in an interest rate of 3.3 percent (which is normal for national vehicles) – you are looking at a monthly instalment of RM 494 per month with a 9-year loan.

Based on the recommended guideline that you should not be paying more than 20 percent of your monthly salary on your car's monthly repayment, that's a minimum net salary of around RM 2,470 a month.

With the cost of insurance, maintenance, tyres, and other associated running costs factored in, your car-related expenses should not exceed 30 percent of your monthly salary.

Thus, if we factor in an additional 10 percent for running costs – you are looking at approximately RM 750 per month to comfortably own and drive a new Myvi (with a 9-year loan).

However, if you want the top-of-the-range Myvi 1.5 that comes with all the bells and whistles including the Perodua Active Smart Drive Assist (PSDA) which includes active cruise control and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), that will set you back RM 58,800.

Calculated from the aforementioned factors, you’ll need to put aside around RM 640 per month (9-year loan tenure) for monthly repayment. In other words, you’ll need to earn a minimum net salary of RM 3,200 a month.

To summarise, the table bellows lists the monthly instalments, by variant of the 2022 Perodua Myvi facelift for 5-, 7-, and 9-year tenures. As before we assume an interest rate of 3.3 percent.

Interest rates are subject to change. Given our current situation, interest rates are very low but do check with your dealer or respective banks for the most attractive offers.

Also, note that the current prices are exempted from SST, valid till 30-June 2022.

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