New Coming Kelisa 2007 (Maybe)

[Avanzato X4]

actually is the Kancil & Kelisa replacement model, with model 660CC, 850CC and 1000CC, price range from RM28,000 to RM44,000! available on 10th May 2007!

 

[kk13]

doesn't look tat good...think the old one was better

 

[Avanzato X4]

1000 CC with DVVT (60HP), ABS with EBD, Dual Front SRS Air Bags, not bad not bad!

 

[si|verfish]

Here you go;

http://www.motortrader.com.my/NUS/articles/article_932/page_m.asp

FIRST LOOKS
Perodua Viva
May 10, 2007 10:01 PM Author: Chips


As a manufacturer of entry-level cars, it may be imagined that Perodua doesn’t really need to worry about developing new models. After all, they make the cheapest cars in the market and their customer base is constantly getting refreshed (not many people would want to own a Perodua forever) and many are people who are first-time buyers or those who just want a reliable set of ‘wheels’ for daily transportation. They probably don’t crave for the latest and greatest, one might imagine.

Yet customers in this segment – referred to as the ‘A segment’ in the industry – actually have expectations not that much different from those of upper segments who pay more for their cars. In fact, according to a senior Perodua executive, Malaysian A-segment customers are actually much more demanding than those in other countries like Japan or Europe where, because they buy cheap cars, they know that they should not expect much. “Our Malaysian customers are, in a sense, spoilt and they want features and even quality levels to be comparable to cars that are at higher levels and cost more!” he once told me.

This prototype at the KL International Motorshow was actually a model of the Viva!

Thus Perodua has faced a big challenge all along even though it makes the cheapest cars in Malaysia. It has had to offer quality which is better than similar models in other countries and because it is a Malaysian company, it is expected to also provide its products to Malaysians at a low price.

Because of its customers high expectations, Perodua has made sure that it not only keeps improving quality but also constantly refreshes and updates its products. Since being established, it has introduced six all-new models which cater to a broad range of customers. It’s no secret that the models have been adapted from models that are produced by Daihatsu Motor, Perodua’s partner. In some cases, the adaptation has been cosmetic although in the case of the Myvi, it was actually a collaborative effort in which Perodua was a partner in the original development of the model that is now shared with Daihatsu, Toyota and Subaru.

Tonight, Perodua launches its seventh all-new model which is intended to offer its customers new technology, better performance and comfort – at an affordable price. Known as ‘Viva’, this new Perodua replaces the Kelisa so it is positioned above the Kancil. Thus, contrary to rumours that the Viva is to be a replacement for the Kancil and Kelisa, it is only the Kelisa that is going to be retired… somewhat odd since it is younger than the Kancil which was Perodua’s very first model.



Viva 660


Viva 1000
“We debated the issue of retiring the Kancil for a long time and while it is indeed our oldest model – though it was updated some years ago – its price is still lower than that for the Viva. The price difference is a few thousand ringgit which, in this segment, does mean a lot to buyers. So our plan is to continue to make available the Kancil, which will still be our cheapest model, until such time that demand falls substantially,” said Hafiz Syed Abu Bakar, MD of Perodua.

Rather surprisingly, according to Encik Hafiz, the volume of the A-segment (including other models like the Naza Sutera and Proton Savvy) has been falling in the past four years. It was 124,000 units in 2004 but last year, it was down to 84,000 units. Of course, Perodua has not been affected (and has, in fact, seen rapid growth in volumes during that period), thanks to the strong sales of its other models, especially the Myvi.

“The A and B segments are Perodua’s domain and we want to maintain strength and dominance in them so we’re introducing an all-new model for the A-segment to draw more customers. We believe the new Viva has what it takes with its ‘Practical-Spacious-Compact’ concept which will suit today’s Malaysian lifestyles,” he said.

As mentioned earlier, Perodua’s models are shared with Daihatsu and the Viva has been adapted from the Daihatsu Mira which, coincidentally, was also the basis for the original Kancil. It is not from the same model as the Kelisa, which was the Cuore. However, it is interesting to see how the Mira has evolved from the model in the early 1990s to the one today which was chosen for the Viva in terms of design, technology and even dimensions.
DESIGN

Different mirrors for different versions. Top version has retractable feature too
At first glance, the Viva seems like a ‘baby Myvi’ but it has its own character with a more flowing profile which suggests good aerodynamics. The height to width ratio is also well balanced with the wheelarches flared out slightly, giving a sporty undertone. On the 1000 cc versions, the sportiness is further enhanced with side skirting and there’s also a rear roof spoiler with the 1000 cc Viva Premium.

Since it replaces the Kelisa, the first comparison should be made with that model and in overall length, the Via is 95 mm longer but its width is narrower by 15 mm (although that actually makes no different to interior space as we will see later). It stands taller by over 100 mm and sits on a wheelbase of 2390 mm, 30 mm longer than the Kelisa’s.

INTERIOR
The area which Perodua highlights about the Viva is interior length which it claims to be superior to local rivals – and even the Myvi. According to Perodua-supplied data, the Viva’s interior length is 1845 mm which is 10 mm more than the Myvi, a bigger car. Of course, 10 mm isn’t meaningful so let’s compare to the Kelisa and Kancil, both of which are over 120 mm shorter in cabin length. Perodua also provided data for rival models (but didn’t identify them) and the closest is 55 mm shorter.

The couple distance is also another measure of spaciousness in a cabin and with the Kancil, one could say the occupants were rather close. No so with the Viva which has a front couple distance (width-wise)of 840 mm, 114 mm more than the Kancil. This comes from having an interior width of 1300 mm, which is 115 mm wider than the Kancil.



Large interior space is a highlight


Doors open 90 degrees from the body
Perodua also claims the Viva is Best-in-Class when it comes to cabin volume (interior height x interior width x interior length) at 2.99 cubic metres. The Myvi, one class above, is 3.26 cubic metres while the closest rivals are 2.90 cubic metres. Both the Kancil and Kelisa have smaller volumes that the Viva.

Another impressive thing about the Viva’s cabin space is the luggage capacity – 449 litres when the rear seat is flat. It’s not as big as the Kenari (which has a high ceiling) or the Myvi but it is substantially more than the Kelisa and Kancil and its immediate rivals. Access to the boot space is easy as the opening is pretty large and yet the sill is just 600 mm off the road. A thoughtful provision is a net which can keep loose items in place although its position would be better across the 1010 mm opening than behind the backrests. If it is across the opening, then it can also serve as a barrier to prevent things from falling out when the door is raised.

Like the Myvi, the doors of the Viva open extra-wide to 90 degrees… even wider than the Myvi which is 80 degrees to the body. With an opening that wide – almost like the doors have been taken off – it is very easy to get in and out. As a precaution, the hinge has three stages so that it does not swing open fully inadvertently and hit a wall or another car. Incidentally, for most cars, the opening angle is between 60 and 70 degrees.

Besides boasting of generous cabin space, Perodua is also proud to say that they have put in a lot of effort to provide a car of higher quality with the Viva. It’s not just having better materials but also the thoughtfulness in the textures on surfaces and the interior colour scheme, all of which can make a difference to the ambience. Grey is the dominant colour but it is not a dull shade and blends well with the other trim in certain areas.

The centre section of the dashboard has a metallic finish which adds class and has a clean layout for the ventilation controls and audio system. Audio enthusiasts will be happy to note that Perodua has not integrated the audio head unit into the panel, unlike the Myvi. This means that it will be possible to replace the unit with an after-market set more easily if you don’t like what Perodua gives you. The 850 cc and 1000 cc Vivas come with a 1DIN radio/CD-player and 4 speakers while the 660 cc version has a cassette player only with the radio.


As for instrumentation, the well-shrouded panel has two large meters, speedometer on the left and tachometer on the right. Following current trends, there is no coolant temperature gauge and when the engine is cold, a blue light is on which goes off when the normal operating temperature is reached. If an overheating condition is imminent, a red light comes on to warn the driver. Presumably, the threshold for overheating is set with a sufficient tolerance and not when the radiator is about to blow!

A small LCD window between the two meters shows the fuel level and odometer/tripmeter. If the car has an automatic transmission, the gear position is also shown. On the 1000 cc version, a buzzer sounds when the headlamps are left on after the engine is switched off and the doors left open. This is certainly a good feature that will save the battery from going flat.

The features list for the Viva is good though many of the goodies are only found on the 1000 cc versions. These are items like a driver’s seat height adjuster, adjustable seatbelt upper anchor position, electrically-adjustable door mirrors (also in 850 cc version), retractable door mirrors, power windows and door locking (also in 850 cc version), vanity mirror (but only on the driver’s side), underseat tray and the steering wheel also has a more classy design. But all versions do come with features like cupholders, plenty of small storage spaces, a coin slot and even a utility box that is good for a toll tag or handphone.
POWERTRAIN/CHASSIS
Now to the powertrains and for the Viva, there are three 3-cylinder engine choices: 660 cc, 850 cc and 1000 cc. They are familiar engines but updated with modern technology such as DVVT (Dynamic Variable Valve Timing) and EFI, and they all have twin overhead camshafts. Having DVVT in the two smaller engines is something which gives Perodua the right to say ‘First in Class’.

Power and torque ratings for the engines are as follow:

EF-VE 660 (659 cc) – 37 kW/50.3 bhp at 7200 rpm, 58 Nm at4400 rpm
ED-VE 850 (847 cc) – 39 kW/53.0 bhp at 6000 rpm, 76 Nm at 4000 rpm
EJ-VE 1000 (989 cc) – 45 kW/61.2 bhp at 6000 rpm, 90 Nm at 3600 rpm
5-speed manual transaxles are available for all engines but the 4-speed automatic is only available with the 1000 cc engine.

The suspension is typical of small hatchbacks with MacPherson struts in front located by an L-shaped lower arm. The suspension geometry has been optimised for better steering response and ride comfort. The 1000 cc engine has power-assisted steering and also a front stabilizer. At the rear, it’s hardly surprising to see a torsion beam axle and trailing arms – so many small hatchbacks have them now!

SAFETY
In the area of safety, the Viva is well provided for although it is still a pity that they cannot offer airbags as standard on every version. Encik Hafiz said that it is still a matter of cost which is hard to absorb even though they have done their best to bring their production cost down. Thus they can only offer it on the Viva 1000 cc Premium at this time, and likewise with ABS (with EBD).



Perodua drew on Daihatsu’s long experience in making small cars safe. The bodyshell has many reinforcements to maintain its integrity during a crash and of note is the extra protection for the front occupants’ heads. Honeycomb pads which are Impact-absorbing are attached to the upper corner of roof just over the A-pillar. The driver is also protected from being injured by the steering wheel as it will collapse in the event of a front collision. All occupants get seatbelts in the Viva and the two at the rear sides have 3-point belts while the middle person has a 2-point belt.


MARKETING PLANS

The five colour choices
The introduction of the Viva should certainly spur buying interest in the market and particularly for Perodua which is intent on maintaining its leadership position. While the Myvi was an amazing success from Day 1, the company is cautious about the prospects of the Viva which is partly why the Kancil still remains in production. It’s a pity that the Kelisa has to go but it would have been impractical to have two models in the same niche, which some other companies do and simply mess themselves up instead.

“We have nevertheless learnt lessons from the Myvi launch and we are now better prepared for the initial demand that we expect for the Viva. We have already assembled 2,000 units so we can deliver faster and we plan to produce between 7,000 and 8,000 units a month although we are projecting sales of 6,500 units a month,” revealed Encik Hafiz.

Elaborating further, he said that they expect 55% of the Vivas sold to be the 1000 cc version. In recent times, Perodua has seen a shift in its customers to first-time buyers but for the Myvi, it is expecting that such buyers will account for 30% of sales and 50% will be additional car buyers. A small percentage will come from those who are replacing their existing cars.

KEY SPECIFICATIONS

Overall length: 3575 mm
Overall width: 1475 mm
Overall height: 1530 mm
Wheelbase: 2390 mm
Front track: 1320 ~ 1300 mm (depending on version)
Rear track: 1310 ~1290 mm (depending on version)
Weight: 755 ~ 800 kgs (depending on version)
Turning radius: 4.2 metres (660/850 cc), 4.4 metres (1000 cc)
Tyre sizes: 155/70x12 (660/850 cc), 155/65R13 (1000 cc Std), 165/55R14 (1000 cc Premium)
Spare tyre: Space-saver T105/90D12

 

[si|verfish]

More;

http://star-motoring.com/news/story.asp?file=/2007/5/10/motornews/20070510235706&sec=motornews

Viva Perodua!

By ANTHONY LIM

True love. Can you find it with a car? Well, Perodua thinks so, and it believes it has the perfect little vehicle to capture your heart.

To live, to love. This is the fully-loaded 1.0l variant.
Sounds a little far-fetched? Not really, because this one will simply run and run.

It's called the Viva, and the A-segment vehicle rolls in as the Kelisa's replacement and, at some point in the near future, the Kancil's too, though not quite yet completely at the moment.

A shape that will eventually be familiar to all.
If it looks somewhat like a downsized Myvi, well, you could say it is, at least a little. Some of the contours and lines on this - essentially based on the previous generation Daihatsu Mira - will look familiar, but there is enough to suggest that it is its own car. Sleek more than outright pretty, but nonetheless a very sociable looking creature.

Certainly, it's a big offering for a small car - wider and longer externally than the cars it replaces (it's even longer than the Myvi, at 1845mm to the latter's 1835mm), the cheer is carried into the interior, where significantly more cabin volume than the Kancil and Kelisa is to be found.

Clean, and unfettered, the interior layout is.
The design cues in the cabin falls in line with what was first seen in the Myvi; the lines and colour combinations give the interior a clean, unfettered look.

Granted, you could call it plain, and some parts are still a little plasticky to touch and sight, but on the whole, there's lots of appeal; given that this is an entry-level, affordably priced A-segment vehicle, it is eminently forgivable. Whatever it is, it all feels and looks light years ahead of that in a Kancil, if you do a quick A-B jump-in comparison.

What it looks like from the rear ...
Notable features include all doors that open to a class-leading 90-degree wide angle, and improved luggage carrying capacity with the rear seats folded down.

There's also a fair bit in the way of storage compartments, a big plus. The 1.0l models come with an integrated seat height adjuster, which allows the seat to be raised by 45mm; handy, this one.

You can fill 'er up, certainly.
In all, the Viva features a rather comprehensive standard equipment list, though most of this are to be found on the Premium variant - if you want ABS and EBD, dual SRS airbags, reverse sensor, seat belt anchor adjuster and retractable side mirrors, this is the one you need to be looking at.

As for the choice of name, "to live" is what it is, and that's what Perodua says the vehicle is all about, a vehicle that represents a love for all things vital, and a zest for life.

Space, there's quite a bit of it.
Three engine choices are available for the Viva, these being the EF-VE 660cc, ED-VE 850cc and EJ-VE 1.0l; all three 3-cylinder, 12-valve units come shod with DOHC, electronic fuel injection and DVVT (dynamic variable valve timing).

Power output for the 660 is 47bhp at 7,200rpm, while max torque is 58Nm at 4,400rpm. The 850 turns out 52bhp at 6,000rpm (and 76Nm at 4,000rpm), while the 1.0l puts out 60bhp at 6,000rpm (and 90Nm at 3,600rpm). Kerb weight starts from 755kg for the 660 to 800kg for the 1.0l auto.

At the heart of the matter.
A total of six variants will initially go on sale, with a choice of a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic drivetrains. The 660cc comes only in five-speed manual, as does the 850cc, and the 1.0l versions are split into four forms, these being the 1.0 SX manual (standard trim), 1.0 EZ auto (standard), 1.0 SXi manual (premium) and 1.0 EZi auto (premium).

In terms of actual performance, there is enough to put together a brief, initial report. Weeks ago, Perodua organised a test drive for the media, but such was the need to keep things under wraps that the event was held inside the confines of Sebana Cove Resort in Johor.

Never have an uncomfortable moment belted up again.
The drive time was very limited - what else would you call six minutes in a Viva, covering a total of 4,400m (well, it does sound more impressive than saying 4.4km)?

That it rained didn't help things further; speeds went down to a brisk pace of about 50kph. In effect, there was little to be had about the vehicle as far as notes were concerned.

See, it did rain ...
But there were observations made, not gleaned from the above drive, of course. While not divulging any details, I can tell you that vis-à-vis against the Kancil, there is enough improvement in overall terms that it's safe to say there's no looking - or going - back once you've gotten behind the wheel of the new one.

For one, steering response and overall drivability levels are way up - even in basic form, the Viva shows the Kancil for what it is, something that's soldiered on for a good 13 years now. It feels zippier, more nimble, and on the whole, a more cheerful proposition to nip about town in.

The 660 in action.
Seat comfort is decent, and though the three-cylinder jobs mean that the Viva is hardly the final word in refinement, noise levels are decently manageable for intermediate-haul city use.

Ditto the Kelisa. While that was certainly fun to drive, the Viva actually feels more inspired; the 1.0l, in particular, feels quite the brisk, peppy performer, and is obviously the pick of the entire lot.

Or if you prefer, in more upmarket form and different colour.
Perodua states that the Viva has 90% local content from rollout, a considerable achievement. The company is expecting a sales target of 6,500 units per month, of which 55% is expected to be 1.0l variants.

Production capacity is a maximum of 8,000 units per month, so that should mean less waiting time, unless everyone rushes out and orders one now. Still, there's decent stock on hand; 2,000 units are available at launch.

Dial this one for fun.
Ah, yes, prices. The 660 goes for RM28,400 (solid) and RM28,800 (metallic), while the 850 is priced at RM32,500 (solid) and RM32,900 (metallic). For the 1.0 SX, it's RM36,800 (solid) and RM37,200 (metallic); the 1.0 EZ is RM39,800 (solid) and RM40,200 (metallic), while the 1.0 SXi is RM40,800 (solid) and RM41,200 (metallic).

Finally, the 1.0 EZi, which goes for RM43,800 (solid) and RM44,200 (metallic); all prices are on-the-road, with insurance. Oh, and how about this - the Viva comes with a three-year warranty. It's a first for Perodua.

Take your pick.
Five colour options start the ball rolling, these being Glittering Silver, Passion Red, Tropical Green and Pearl Jade, all metallics, with Ivory White the only solid colour. A black unit was spotted during the test drive, but it'll be some time before that comes into the line-up.

So, true love? By all accounts, surely, interminably, until the next one comes along to replace it years on - if the target is to deliver the best entry compact in the country, then the Viva hits the spot quite nicely. Like I said earlier, this one will simply run and run.

 

[si|verfish]

I think it presses all the right buttons for people looking at this segment and probably get some others to take notice as well. Looks like another winner for Perodua. Maybe it won't sell as fantastically well as the Myvi, but the sales should still be pretty brisk.

 

[zan]

i went to perodua serdang this morning.

the new viva is not bad actually. it looks small outside, but it is damn large inside. it taller than kancil and kelisa and it's cabin is longer than both, even slightly longer than myvi.

the best bit is...

the 660cc is only 2K more expensive than kancil 660 but comes with EFI, DOHC 660cc with 4 valves per cylinder head, DVVT and timing chain. more eifficient, more power, better torque delivery and better fuel consmption.

when it comes to suspension, viva has rear torsion beam axle, which is similar to Proton Savvy and Honda Jazz. should handle good on the road.

 

[mag9556]

Its been launched!!

http://www.thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2007/5/11/nation/17696237&sec=nation

will try to have a look at Perodua sales office later..hehe..

 

[seizai]

wait till they come out SE verion :D

 

[Avanzato X4]

http://img103.mytextgraphics.com/photolava-thumb/2007/05/07/46e6uvdkp.gif
very good car! forget about s a v v y!

 

[mag9556]

http://img103.mytextgraphics.com/photolava-thumb/2007/05/07/46e6uvdkp.gif
very good car! forget about s a v v y!

Hei Bro..
Wat car is tht???free that girl arh??me also want it le..for my mom as maid..hahaha..joking....

 

[WBH8668]

TS, the VIVA is based on 2003 Mira(6th generation), not 2006 Mira(7 generation)


here is the 6th generation of Mira
http://www.h3.dion.ne.jp/~mota-su/car/image/avy2.JPGhttp://www.h3.dion.ne.jp/~mota-su/car/image/avy1.JPG

 

[m@ttz]

kancil price sure drop, can buy for my sister, brother, grandfather, father in law, bla.. bla..

nice car.. 3 cylinder 12v dohc, interesting..

 

[mag9556]

m@tt... no more kancil liao le..
this is kancil and kelisa replace model le...
http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2007/5/12/nation/17705607&sec=nation
haha...

 

[Tohsan]

alamak 3 cylinders ka? mean to say this viva still have the old problems of engine vibration.

 

[mag9556]

Tohsan..
very hard to said..need to start it and see as my Kancil also using the same engine as it..hehe..so far so good..less vibration..like normal cars onli...but mine got turbo la...
tons of cheap spare parts liao this time....hahaha

 

[Tohsan]

Tohsan..
very hard to said..need to start it and see as my Kancil also using the same engine as it..hehe..so far so good..less vibration..like normal cars onli...but mine got turbo la...
tons of cheap spare parts liao this time....hahaha

3 cylinders nightmare,i don want anymore,as the engine get old it vibrate more :confused_smile:

 

[mag9556]

3 cylinders nightmare,i don want anymore,as the engine get old it vibrate more :confused_smile:

Hehe..fobia liao....
Just went back from Perodua...look like picanto onli..
But ok le..at lease we have much to choose...
Savvy got another competitor liao this time....
vibration dun know yet..hehe..can not start coz no key...but DVVT la...

 

[m@ttz]

i mean used kancil la, hehe.. surely drop ma..

all packages 660, 850 n 1000 comes in 12v DOHC DVVT, but 3 cylinders, compare to current kelisa, 4 cylinders w/out DVVT, any idea??

heard b4 from my fren, owner of kembara DVVT, once servicing need to service DVVT also, wat actually DVVT is? is it same like VVTI??

 

[si|verfish]

The Kancil will still soldier on cos Perodua say that there is still demand for it. SO it will remain as the cheapest option. They'll discontinue it when the demand goes down.

Yeah, DVVT is like VVTi.