You’ve learn our evaluation of the 2022 Perodua Alza and if we sound impressed there, it’s extra of the identical on this complete video evaluation. Right here, Hafriz Shah factors out the issues he likes in regards to the second-generation Alza, in addition to the bits that he doesn’t agree with. And there are a number of of these. This video isn’t brief, however it comprises all it’s worthwhile to learn about 2022’s most important new automobile.
Whereas the Alza isn’t excellent, the destructive factors are within the finer particulars and Perodua has achieved nicely within the issues that matter essentially the most in an inexpensive household MPV – house and practicality, security and effectivity/gasoline financial system. We’ve come to anticipate these issues from the market chief of late, however the Alza throws in a shock bonus – we’ll clarify within the video.
Launched in July, the D27A replaces the unique JDM-based Alza that’s now 13 years previous, a number of lifetimes within the automobile world. At 4,425 mm lengthy and 1,730 mm broad, its footprint is 205 mm longer and 35 mm wider than the previous Alza, even when the two,750 mm wheelbase is unchanged.
The bigger physique yields extra inside room for each people and cargo – inside size with the second row seats pushed furthest again is 2,765 mm, which is a major 115 mm greater than earlier than. The 35 mm further width of the physique totally interprets to inside width, too.
The previous Alza was barely there as a three-row MPV and had solely 83 litres of boot house with all seats raised. Now, it’s a usable 137 litres (+54L, good for a few duffel luggage). With the third row bench folded (50:50), cargo house is now 498 litres, a large 150L enchancment.
The Alza has been merged with the Toyota Avanza/Veloz and the Daihatsu Xenia, and all sit on the Daihatsu New International Structure (DNGA) front-wheel-drive platform. Every has its personal distinctive face, so the Alza will look completely different from the Veloz that can launch in Malaysia quickly. We’ve detailed the Alza-Veloz variations in a separate publish right here.
Face apart, the Alza, with its distinctive suspension tune and low floor clearance of 160 mm, sits 30 mm decrease than the Malaysian-spec Veloz (190 mm, already decrease than Indonesia’s 205 mm). This intentionally low GC was chosen for simple entry and exit for younger and previous family members, however a low centre of gravity additionally improves dynamics.
Beneath the hood is the Perodua-made Twin VVT-i NR engine that additionally powers the Myvi, Vios/Yaris and the upcoming Veloz. 105 hp and 138 Nm doesn’t sound like a lot, particularly for an MPV, however at 1,170 kg, the Alza is barely 20 kg heavier than the highest spec Vios regardless of having extra steel, seats and options. For added context, the sporty Mazda 3 Hatchback, which additionally comes with a 1.5L NA engine, suggestions the scales at 1,368 kg, almost 200 kg extra. That’s all the way down to the DNGA, which additionally delivers a five-star ASEAN NCAP efficiency.
P2 says that the brand new engine offers 40% higher gasoline effectivity plus improved efficiency. Eco Idle (auto start-stop) is normal. The Euro 4 four-pot is paired to the D-CVT gearbox that made its native debut with the turbocharged Ativa final 12 months. The world’s first cut up gear CVT system then appeared within the Myvi facelift, paired with NA NR engines. Right here, like on the Ativa, the D-CVT has handbook mode, which the Myvi misses out on.
New to the model is Drive Modes (H and AV). Regular, Eco and Energy modes are selectable through a ‘DRIVE’ steering button on the appropriate spoke, the place the ‘PWR’ button is on the Ativa and Myvi. Quick press for Energy, lengthy press for Eco. The latter offers heightened response whereas the latter optimises gasoline financial system.
Talking of FC, it’s 22 km/l in what P2 calls the Malaysian Driving Cycle, which supposedly displays native situations. It’s 18.9 km/l within the extra acquainted NEDC. Perodua claims that an Alza wants lower than RM40 of RON 95 petrol to journey from KL to Penang (358 km), based mostly on the present RM2.05 per litre. We couldn’t get near 22 km/l, however our common was a decent determine – extra within the video.
Within the package division, the Alza will get all gear of the Ativa, with the bonus of some new-to-Perodua options. Six airbags and ASA are normal from the bottom mannequin (no compromise on the subject of security), and there’s additionally the digital meter panel, ACC + LKC (this pack at all times comes with BSM and RCTA) and the Lexus-level Adaptive Driving Beam LED headlamps.
New-to-brand options embody the digital parking brake (EPB) with auto brake maintain (necessitates rear disc brakes), a 360-degree panoramic view monitor (will be manually turned on through steering button) and a brand new infotainment system that appears higher and has Android Auto and the just-approved Apple CarPlay. The ACC now has low pace comply with or visitors jam help.
The extent of package is astounding and is method past what non-national B-segment sedans and hatchbacks supply for the cash. By no means thoughts Proton, which base X50 goes for RM86,300 and has simply 4 airbags. P1’s least expensive automobile with ADAS is the X50 Flagship at RM113,300. The identical will be mentioned of the Veloz after all, however at an estimated RM95k, the T-badged MPV is much less of a price proposition.
The brand new 2022 Perodua Alza is priced at RM62,500 for the bottom X, RM68,000 for the mid-spec H and RM75,500 for the AV. Costs are on-the-road excluding insurance coverage, with gross sales tax. The AV you see right here has the GearUp Prime bodykit with LED daytime operating lights, in addition to fake leather-based seat covers and different minor equipment – full GearUp catalogue right here. For extra on the Alza, take a look at our spec-by spec comparability publish and written evaluation.
GALLERY: 2022 Perodua Alza AV with GearUp bodykit, equipment
