Verdict
At RM79,800, the Nissan NV200 costs RM17,300 more than the RM62,500 Perodua Alza, yet serves a very different job. The Nissan is a two-seat commercial vehicle with a vast 4,200-litre load area, 152 Nm and a 55-litre tank, so it makes sense for carrying goods. The seven-seat Alza is the family choice: it uses 5.3 L/100 km against 7.14 L/100 km, has a CVT and brings six airbags, stability control and ASA 3.0 braking. Its 137-litre boot is the trade-off when all seats are occupied.
Pick the Nissan NV200 if you need a two-seat commercial vehicle with 4,200 litres of cargo space and a 55-litre fuel tank.
Pick the Perodua Alza if you need seven seats, a CVT, markedly stronger safety equipment and lower rated fuel use.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan NV200 RM79,800; Perodua Alza RM62,500.
- Seats and boot space: Nissan NV200 2 seats and 4,200 litres; Perodua Alza 7 seats and 137 litres.
- Rated fuel economy: Nissan NV200 7.14 L/100 km; Perodua Alza 5.3 L/100 km.
- Transmission: Nissan NV200 5-speed manual; Perodua Alza D-CVT automatic.
- Safety: Nissan NV200 has 2 airbags and no stability control; Perodua Alza has 6 airbags and stability control.
- Warranty: Nissan NV200 3 years/100,000 km; Perodua Alza 5 years/150,000 km.
NV200
- 4,200-litre cargo area
- 152 Nm torque and 108 hp
- 55-litre fuel tank
- RM17,300 dearer
- Only two seats
- No stability control, ISOFIX or autonomous braking
Alza
- Seven seats with flexible split-folding rear rows
- ASA 3.0 braking, six airbags and 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating
- Lower 5.3 L/100 km rated consumption with D-CVT automatic
- 137-litre boot space is far smaller
- Lower outputs of 105 hp and 138 Nm
- 43-litre fuel tank is 12 litres smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM79,800 | RM62,500✓ |
| Body type | Commercial | MPV |
| Segment | Commercial | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with continuously variable-valve timing control | 2NR-VE, 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 108 hp✓ | 105 hp |
| Torque | 152 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 78 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.8 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5MT | D-CVT |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 7.14 L/100 km | 5.3 L/100 km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,400 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Height | 1,855 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,725 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,220 kg | 1,145 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | 43 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 4,200 litres✓ | 137 litres |
| Front Tyre | 165/R14C | 185/65R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 165/R14C | 185/65R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full Size 15" |
| Factory Tyres | — | Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 14" Steel | 15" Silver Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 14" Steel | 15" Silver Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, ASA 3.0 Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front and Second Row Seats |
| Safety Notes | Brake Assist | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflector with Automatic High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Sliding and Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls and Memory |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Adjustable Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB for Second Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player with 2 Speakers | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Four Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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NV200 vs Alza FAQ
Is the Nissan NV200 or Perodua Alza better?
The Alza is better for family transport, with seven seats, a CVT and substantially more active and passive safety equipment. The NV200 is better only when cargo capacity matters most, because its 4,200-litre load area dwarfs the Alza's 137 litres.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan NV200 costs RM17,300 more than the Perodua Alza. The gap does not buy more seating or safety; it buys a commercial-body layout with a 4,200-litre cargo area and a larger 55-litre tank.
Which one is cheaper to run on fuel?
The Perodua Alza has the lower rated consumption at 5.3 L/100 km, compared with 7.14 L/100 km for the Nissan NV200. The Nissan carries 55 litres of fuel, while the Alza has a 43-litre tank.