Also made available was a Myvi "Special Edition" featuring a body kit encompassing modified bumpers, side skirts and a spoiler.

[15] 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 urethane injected to the A-pillar, centre pillar and B-pillar for noise insulation, immobiliser systems and pedestrian safety body construction.

The 1.3 Premium trim includes new UV protection glass, a seat height adjuster, and a new audio system with USB and Bluetooth capabilities.

[16] A "Special Edition" of the new Perodua Myvi SE was also launched on 10 October 2008, with new bumpers, clear taillights, smoked headlights, an amber instrument panel, leather seats, and a 2-DIN CD player with MP3, WMA, USB and Bluetooth support instead of an integrated unit.

It is very similar to the SE variant, albeit only the side skirts remain, as the front and rear bumpers retain the same design as the standard Myvis.

The Edge Daily, a local financial news media, reported that Myvi sales have far surpassed its initial expectations and has been selling exceptionally well since its rollout in April.

Observing the strong demand for the Myvi, it boosted sales of vehicles in the country and Perodua's market share in 2006.

Richard Hammond, a presenter on BBC's Top Gear,[20] gave a positive review of the Perodua Myvi, saying: "No jokes, this is a good-looking car.

...So under seven grand for a good-looking car, built in a factory shared with Toyota, which handles as well as a Yaris, does nearly 50mpg with a three-year warranty – yes please."

Power & Associates saw the Myvi ranked highest for its initial quality concerning new-vehicle ownership in the compact car segment.

[24] Perodua also exported this particular Myvi to the United Kingdom and was the company's last vehicle to be sold there until the brand was exited from the UK market in 2013.

Despite the fact that the 1.3-litre is a carry-over from the previous generation Myvi, Perodua reported an increase of 10 hp for the new model.

Although the 2011 Myvi is a rebadged 2010 JDM Daihatsu Boon, it has different exterior and interior styling, equipment and engine.

An integrated 2-DIN 6-inch touchscreen DVD Navigation system with Maps powered by Telekom Malaysia is available in the 1.3L Elegance and all 1.5L variants.

The most significant changes in the facelifted Perodua Myvi would amount to the increased equipment and kit levels across the range.

[29] Other new additions include the well-received anti-snatch hook first seen in the Perodua Axia, as well as a retractable cup holder under the driver's right side air conditioning vent.

[29] The Premium X, SE and Advance models have ABS with EBD and BA, but the airbag count remains at a mere two, with only the driver and front passenger compartments being protected.

The second generation Sirion sold in Indonesia is based on the Perodua Myvi in its mid-range Premium trim level.

[32] Apart from the different badges, steering wheel and the lack of airbags and ABS, the second generation Sirion is largely identical to the Myvi Premium.

[37] The third generation Perodua Myvi mades it public debut at the Malaysia Autoshow at MAEPS in Serdang from 9–12 November 2017.

[38] Although during this time, the car was parked in a box that featured multiple cut outs only allowing for sneak peeks.

[40] It is a totally brand new car which Toyota only provide advice and engines to Perodua in developing the new Myvi.

Standard equipment across the lineup include LED reflector headlights, manual headlight leveling, LED taillights, electronic adjustable side mirrors, reverse sensors, full size spare tyre, keyless entry and start, all round power windows with auto driver's window, digital air conditioning controls, tilt adjustable steering wheel, height adjustable driver seat, 60:40 split folding rear seats, and integrated shopping hook and anti-snatch hook.

The Premium X variant gains a USB port, leather wrapped steering wheel with multi-function buttons and rear seats with adjustable headrests.

Exterior changes compared to the standard Myvi includes a different front bumper, a red line in the headlamps that flows from the grille, flared wheel arches, 17" wheels, upgraded brakes, a larger rear spoiler, a different rear bumper and exposed tailpipes.

[44] The first time ever in a Malaysian branded car, the Myvi offers 'Advanced Safety Assist' in the top of the line 1.5 AV Variant.

[48] The third generation Myvi was launched in Indonesia in February 2018 as the Daihatsu Sirion,[49] Singapore in April 2019,[50] Mauritius in August 2019[51] and Brunei in July 2020.

Granite Grey and Electric Blue color option was made available and the automatic variant gained the cosmetic enhancements from the domestic market 1.5 Myvi's.

[64] Kon from evomalaysia.com commended the Myvi's being stylish, affordable, and practical but commented that it is not for enthusiasts and "that the predecessor was more spacious inside.