What new from Perodua Myvi

The Myvi was made available in five variations: 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.

Colors available on the Myvi include Ebony Black, Olive Green, Glittering Silver, Ozzy Orange, Classic Gold, Mistique Red, Mocha Silver and Pearl White. 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.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.

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 four in-line cylinders; both engines employ Dynamic Variable Valve Timing(DVVT)systems and conventional electronic fuel injections (EFI).

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 urethanr injected to the A-pillar, centre pillar and B-pillar for noise insulation, immobiliser system 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  (for 1.0 engines) and flexible flywheels for reduced vibration during running (for manual transmission).

facts about Perodua Viva Elite

The Perodua Viva Elite is a city car designed and manufactured by Malaysian automaker Perodua. Its started it's manufacturing process on May 10, 2007 and is in production ever since. The car tested here is the premium version (EZi), which has Airbags and ABS.


Looks

Is that a mouse?!

At first glance the Viva Elite looks quite small and ladylike. Rather like a mouse squeaking away. Surprisingly though this car is Sri Lanka's most sold city car for the years 2011 to 2013! Most of the percentage that bought this car are also men! I might say that the looks of this car doesn't really appeal to a man, it surely didn't appeal me at first glance. So how does it seduce a man, and make us want to buy one in Sri Lanka?

Well the answer is simple, its cheap and practical. In Sri Lanka practicality is the vital thing for a car and the Viva Elite reeks of it. The ride height (ground clearance) is perfect for the ragged Sri Lankan roads. Its got Power Steering, Power Mirrors and all the other toys that a Sri Lankan might call luxurious (also you will get ABS, Airbags and a security system if you buy the EZi version).

Getting back to the main topic "looks", the Viva doesn't really appeal me. I find it hideous, but unsurprisingly ladies find it "ridiculously cute". Maybe its because of the shape. The rear end is a bit less unpleasant to look at as the tail lights are a bit uncommon compared to other small city cars made in this era. Overall though the Viva Elite fails in the looks department.

The uncommon taillights

Fact about kereta viva

Here is my thought about the car

The Perodua Viva is a city car manufactured by Malaysian automaker perodua since 10 May 2007. It was originally planned to be the replacement of Perodua's current city cars - the perodua kancil and the perodua kelisa. Once launched, Perodua decided to market it as a Kelisa replacement only, and will continue to sell the Kancil. The Perodua Viva is based on the 7th generation Daihatsu Mira. All of the Perodua Viva models uses Daihatsu DVVT engines. Only the Premium version comes with dual airbags and ABS.

The Perodua Viva will be succeeded by the all-new Perodua Axia in September 2014.

The Viva was initially launched with 6 models. They are 660EX manual, 850EX manual, 1.0SX Standard manual, 1.0SXi Premium manual, 1.0EZ Standard automatic and the 1.0EZi Premium automatic. The range was later updated on the 23 July 2009 with the Viva 660BX manual (Kancil replacement model), Viva Elite manual, Viva Elite automatic, Viva Elite EZi and Viva 1.0BZ automatic.

Perodua Viva Elite in Malaysia

The suspension is typical of small hatchbacks with Macpherson strutsin front located by an L-shaped lower arm. At the rear, Viva is fitted with a torsion beam axle and trailing arms. The suspension geometry has been optimised for better steering response and ride comfort. The 1000 cc models have power-assisted steering, optional auto transmission and also a front stabilizer. The 660 cc and 850 cc are barebones basic models, devoid of power steering and auto transmission. As the Viva is based on Daihatsu Mira Avy, a Kei car, it has a compact exterior dimensions and a small turning radius. It is roomy for its class, with enough room for 5 adults comfortably.