Perodua Alza vs Perodua Myvi
Verdict
The Alza costs RM62,500 against the Myvi’s RM46,500, so the RM16,000 gap buys a proper MPV body, seven seats, a longer 2,750 mm wheelbase, 6 airbags and auto emergency braking. It also gets the stronger 1.5 litre engine with 105 hp and 138 Nm. The Myvi fights back as the cheaper, thriftier hatchback: 4.5 L/100km, RM70 road tax and a bigger 277 litre boot. For many Malaysian homes, this is really seats versus running costs.
Pick the Perodua Alza if you need seven seats, more cabin length and the added safety kit of 6 airbags plus auto emergency braking.
Pick the Perodua Myvi if five seats are enough and you want the lower price, better fuel economy and cheaper road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Alza RM62,500; Perodua Myvi RM46,500
- Seats/body: Perodua Alza MPV with 7 seats; Perodua Myvi hatchback with 5 seats
- Engine output: Perodua Alza 1,496 cc, 105 hp, 138 Nm; Perodua Myvi 1,329 cc, 94 hp, 121 Nm
- Fuel use: Perodua Alza 5.3 L/100km; Perodua Myvi 4.5 L/100km
- Size: Perodua Alza 4,425 mm long with 2,750 mm wheelbase; Perodua Myvi 3,895 mm long with 2,500 mm wheelbase
- Boot and safety: Perodua Alza 137 L, 6 airbags and AEB; Perodua Myvi 277 L, 4 airbags and no AEB listed
Alza
- Seven seats in a B-segment MPV body
- More power and torque: 105 hp and 138 Nm
- 6 airbags, 5-star ASEAN NCAP and AEB
- Costs RM16,000 more than the Myvi
- Uses more fuel at 5.3 L/100km
- Only 137 litres of boot space with all seats up
Myvi
- Lower entry price at RM46,500
- Better fuel economy at 4.5 L/100km
- 277 litre boot beats the Alza’s quoted 137 litres
- Five seats only
- Less power and torque: 94 hp and 121 Nm
- 4 airbags and no AEB listed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 62,500 | RM 46,500✓ |
| Body type | MPV | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 2NR-VE, 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,329 cc |
| Horsepower | 105 hp✓ | 94 hp |
| Torque | 138 Nm✓ | 121 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 72.5 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | D-CVT | D-CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 11.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 5.3 L/100 km | 4.5 L/100 km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,425 mm | 3,895 mm |
| Width | 1,730 mm | 1,735 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,500 mm |
| Weight | 1,145 kg | 985 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 43 litres | 36 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 137 litres | 277 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 185/65R15 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/65R15 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 15" | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Silver Alloy | 14" 7-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Silver Alloy | 14" 7-spoke Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Drum | Drum |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, ASA 3.0 Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front and Second Row Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Automatic High Beam | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Sliding and Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding with Fixed Headrests |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls and Memory | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls and Memory |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Adjustable Blower | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB for Second Row | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Four Speakers | Radio/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Acoustic Glass Windscreen, Anti-snatch Handbag Hook |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 70✓ |
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.
Alza vs Myvi FAQ
Is the Perodua Alza or Perodua Myvi better?
The Alza is better for carrying people, with 7 seats, a longer wheelbase, 6 airbags and AEB. The Myvi is better for a cheaper daily, using 4.5 L/100km and costing RM70 a year in road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Alza is RM62,500 and the Perodua Myvi is RM46,500, making the Alza RM16,000 more expensive.
Which has more boot space?
The Perodua Myvi has the bigger quoted boot at 277 litres. The Perodua Alza is listed at 137 litres, because its space is affected by the third row.