Malaysia’s Most Popular Cars in 2025: What Malaysians Are Actually Buying (Based on JPJ Data)
This article is AI-generated based on publicly available data from data.gov.my (JPJ official registration statistics). Please verify with official sources if needed.
Malaysia’s Most Popular Cars in 2025
Thanks to the open-data initiative at data.gov.my, Malaysians can now see exactly which cars are most commonly registered with JPJ. This provides valuable insights into what the market prefers — whether for fuel efficiency, long-term reliability, or affordable maintenance.
Top 10 Most Popular Car Models (as of Oct 2025)
- Perodua Bezza – 82,202 registrations
- Perodua Axia – 69,515
- Perodua Myvi – 58,691
- Proton Saga – 57,079
- Perodua Alza – 39,408
- Perodua Ativa – 27,341
- Toyota Vios – 24,108
- Proton X50 – 22,175
- Toyota Hilux – 21,524
- Honda City – 20,993
Perodua models dominate, proving once again that Malaysians prioritise fuel efficiency, long-term affordability, and low maintenance cost.
Top 10 Most Popular Car Brands
- Perodua – 289,210 registrations
- Proton – 125,120
- Toyota – 102,409
- Honda – 58,127
- Chery – 25,631 (fast-growing due to new EV/ICE models)
- Mitsubishi – 11,490
- BYD – 10,165 (surging EV presence)
- Mercedes-Benz – 7,644
- Mazda – 7,110
- BMW – 6,304
Which model has been Malaysia’s long-term leader?
Since 2020 until 2025, the Perodua Myvi has dominated overall JPJ registrations. It continues to lead by:
- 17% lead since 2020
- 3% lead since 2024
Why Popularity Matters for Used Car Buyers
- Easier resale value because demand stays high
- Cheaper parts due to large local supply
- Lower maintenance cost because mechanics are familiar with common models
- Better reliability track record based on real nationwide ownership
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