UPDATE: Car has now been officially unveiled. Full live gallery added
Perodua has moments ago officially revealed the new Alza Advanced Version at KL Hilton, where we’re attending a first half performance review briefing. As its name implies, this is a fully kitted up version of the Alza MPV with new features.
This new range topping Alza does not bring any mechanical changes, but adds on some cool features. The highlight here is an integrated six-inch touch screen multimedia system, which includes GPS navigation and a reverse camera. The latter has coloured parking guidelines.
The GPS map is provided by Telekom Malaysia. One can also search for TM WiFi hotspots, Perodua outlets and search the Yellow Pages via the ICE system, which supports mini USB, SD cards, DVD (only when stationary for safety), Bluetooth and MP3/WMA.
Apart from the headline ICE system, the latest Alza Advanced comes with new leather seats with what Perodua calls Luxvelvet finish. All glass panels are tinted. The film is Smart Tag and GPS friendly, and has a three-year warranty. PVC coil mats are also in the package.
As for the exterior, the Advanced comes with the familiar bodykit consisting of front and rear bumper extensions, side skirts and a tailgate spoiler. There’s also a new Advanced Version grade mark, P2 speak for emblem.
Available in three colours – Mystical Purple, Ebony Black, Ivory White – the new Alza Advanced Version (automatic transmission only) is priced at RM69,503.50 for solid white and RM70,003.50 for the other two metallic colours. There is no price increase over the previous version.
Full live gallery after the jump.
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AI-generated Summary ✨
Comments on the Perodua Alza Advanced Version are mixed. Many criticize it for being overpriced with minimal upgrades, mainly cosmetic enhancements like spoiler and GPS, and features such as wifi locator and leather seats. Some express disappointment at the lack of safety features like ESC and curtain airbags. Others view it as a business move by Perodua to gain profit rather than a significant technological advancement, with a few sarcastically calling it an "Advance" version as a joke. There's also frustration over the high price—around RM70k—considered unjustified by many, and comparisons are made to Proton and other models. Despite negative sentiments, some fans still support Perodua, citing it as affordable and reliable, though overall comments lean towards seeing the update as superficial.