After 13 years of steadfast service, the Perodua Alza is finally getting a brand-new replacement model in 2022, with the all-new seven-seater MPV making its official debut today. Based on the Toyota Avanza, the all-new 2022 Perodua Alza will be offered in three variants here in Malaysia, starting from RM62,500 for the entry-level X variant, moving up to RM68,000 for the H, and at the very top is the AV variant priced at RM75,500.
EXTERIOR
Although the all-new 2022 Perodua Alza shares most of its styling with touches with its Toyota counterpart, it does get a couple of unique touches on the outside, including a vanity grille up front with chrome detailing, as well as exclusive bumper designs – the latter with Perodua’s signature X-shaped motif up front.
built atop the Daihatsu New Global Architecture (DNGA) which also underpins the Ativa, The second-generation Perodua Alza also now larger than the outgoing model across all dimensions, measuring 205 mm longer (4,425 mm), 35 mm wider (1,730 mm), up to 50 mm taller (1,660 mm for the X variant, 1,670 mm for H and AV due to larger wheels), with a 5 mm taller ground clearance for the AV variant at 160 mm. Wheelbase, however, is unchanged at 2,750 mm.
In terms of equipment, the variant breakdown is as follows:
- Standard equipment, Alza 1.5L X
- LED headlights with auto high-beam and follow-me home function
- Roof spoiler
- 15-inch alloy wheels (185/65 R15)
- Alza 1.5L H (adds)
- Sequential turn indicators, front
- Automatic headlights with adaptive driving beam
- Automatic headlamp levelling
- LED front fog lamps
- 16-inch alloy wheels (195/60 R16)
- Electronically retractable side mirrors
- Alza 1.5L AV (adds)
- Rear disc brakes
PERFORMANCE
All variants of the second-generation Alza are powered by the same 2NR-ZE 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated engine and D-CVT gearbox combo that is shared with the recently-updated Myvi, which supposedly boasts a 30% improvement in fuel efficiency when compared to its predecessor, says Perodua.
- Engine: 2NR-ZE 1.5-litre DVVTi naturally-aspirated four-cylinder, petrol
- Transmission: Dual-mode CVT (D-CVT)
- Driveline: Front-engine, front-wheel drive
- Max horsepower: 105 hp @ 6,000 rpm
- Max torque: 138 Nm @ 4,200 rpm
- Fuel consumption: 4.55 l/100 km (Malaysia Driving Cycle), 5.29 l/100 km (NEDC)
INTERIOR
The interior of the Perodua Alza also gets a significant redesign on the second-generation 2022 model, utilising a horizontal and layered dashboard architecture with a two-tone colour treatment (on AV variant) to emphasise on the width and “sophisticated feeling” of the cabin.
Thanks to the larger dimensions, Perodua says that the cabin space in the all-new 2022 Alza has also grown by 35 mm in terms of interior width, and 115 mm for length, allowing for more room for passengers and cargo – for the latter, it now measures 137 litres (+54L) with the third-row seats up, and 498 litres (+150L) with the seats folded down.
The variant breakdown for interior standard equipment can be found below:
- Standard equipment, Alza 1.5L X
- Analogue instrument cluster with 4.2-inch monotone multi-info display
- Rear air-con vents with blower speed controls
- Digital head-unit with Bluetooth connectivity
- Keyless entry with push-start button
- Front and second-row seats centre armrest
- Tricot fabric upholstery
- Alza 1.5L H (adds)
- 9-inch Display Audio touchscreen head-unit
- 7-inch digital instrument cluster
- Leather steering wheel with drive mode selector (Normal, Eco, Sport) and switch controls
- Additional tweeter speakers
- Alza 1.5L AV (adds)
- Electronic parking brake
- Wired Android Auto connectivity (first for Perodua)
- Semi-leather upholstery
- two-tone dashboard
- Front dashcam (DVR)
- 360-degree panoramic surround view monitor
SAFETY
In terms of safety, the all-new 2022 Perodua Alza comes as standard with six airbags, alongside the company’s third-generation Advanced Safety Assist (ASA 3.0) system, consisting of the following features:
- Autonomous emergency braking with pre-collision warning
- Lane Departure Prevention (LDP)
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Front departure alert
- Pedal misoperation control
- Automatic high beam
The range-topping AV variant adds on even more advanced driver assist features, including SAE Level 2 autonomous driving capabilities:
- Adaptive cruise control with stop-go functionality
- Lane Keep Control
- Blind spot monitor
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Adaptive driving beam (1.5L H and AV)
- Front corner and rear parking sensors (1.5L H and AV)
PRICING
Pricing for the all-new 2022 Perodua Alza in Malaysia is as follows, on-the-road, without insurance, and inclusive of sales and service tax:
- 1.5L X – RM62,500
- 1.5L H – RM68,000
- 1.5L AV – RM75,500
Also included in the price is a five-year/150,000 km warranty. The all-new Perodua Alza will be offered in five exterior colours: Solid Ivory White, Glittering Silver, Elegant Black, Garnet Red, and Vintage Brown – the latter two exclusive to the AV and H variants.
Perodua says it has received over 30,000 bookings for the all-new Alza, and the waiting list currently stands at four months. However, the company assures that all bookings placed before June 30 will still be delivered before March 31, 2023, in order to take advantage of the sales tax exemptions.
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