Verdict
At RM62,500, the Alza costs RM7,499 less and is the clear people mover: seven seats, a 2,750 mm wheelbase and rear air-con vents matter for family duty. The QV-E answers with a 201 hp, 285 Nm motor, 370 km range and a 320-litre boot, against the Alza’s 105 hp, 138 Nm and 137 litres. Its five-seat cabin, RM160 road tax and RM215 monthly BaaS rental for nine years need to fit the budget. For regular third-row use, choose Alza; for an EV commuter, QV-E.
Pick the Perodua Alza if you need seven seats, rear air-con vents and a lower RM62,500 entry price.
Pick the Perodua QV-E if five seats are enough and you want 201 hp, 370 km EV range and a 320-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Alza RM62,500; Perodua QV-E RM69,999.
- Seating: Perodua Alza 7 seats; Perodua QV-E 5 seats.
- Boot space: Perodua Alza 137 litres; Perodua QV-E 320 litres.
- Output: Perodua Alza 105 hp and 138 Nm; Perodua QV-E 201 hp and 285 Nm.
- Road tax: Perodua Alza RM120 per year; Perodua QV-E RM160 per year.
- Warranty: Perodua Alza 5 years/150,000 km; Perodua QV-E 6 years/150,000 km.
Alza
- Seven-seat cabin with a 50:50 split-folding last row.
- Rear air-con vents with adjustable blower.
- Rated fuel economy of 5.3 L/100 km and a full-size 15-inch spare tyre.
- 137-litre boot is far smaller than the QV-E’s 320 litres.
- No Blind Spot Info System, front parking sensors or reverse camera.
- Manual single-zone air-con versus the QV-E’s automatic climate control.
QV-E
- 201 hp and 285 Nm motor with a quoted 370 km range.
- 320-litre boot and 18-inch wheels.
- Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, steering assist and a 360-degree camera.
- Five seats versus the Alza’s seven.
- RM7,499 higher purchase price and RM160 annual road tax versus RM120.
- No rear air-con vents, where the Alza has adjustable rear vents.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM62,500✓ | RM69,999 |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM160 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 2NR-VE, 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 105 hp | — |
| Torque | 138 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 72.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 285 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 52.5 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 370 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 60 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | D-CVT | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 5.3 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | — | 165 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,425 mm | 4,170 mm |
| Width | 1,730 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,502 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,680 mm |
| Weight | 1,145 kg | 1,600 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 43 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 137 litres | 320 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 185/65R15 | 215/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/65R15 | 215/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 15" | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 | Atlas A3 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Silver Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Silver Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | RM215 a month for BaaS battery rental (inclusive of tax, and for nine years) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats. |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, ASA 3.0 Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection | Yes, ASA 3.0 Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| 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 Projectors with LED Light Bar |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED with LED Light Bar |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| 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 Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls and Memory | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Adjustable Blower | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB for Second Row | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Four Speakers | 10.25" Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up/Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 6 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.
Used Alza & QV-E for sale
Alza vs QV-E FAQ
Is the Perodua Alza or Perodua QV-E better?
The Alza is better for families that regularly use a third row, because it has seven seats and rear air-con vents. The QV-E is better for a five-person household wanting EV driving, 201 hp and a 320-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua QV-E costs RM7,499 more upfront: RM69,999 against the Alza’s RM62,500. The QV-E specifications also state RM215 a month, including tax, for BaaS battery rental over nine years.
Which has more luggage space, the Alza or QV-E?
The QV-E has the larger boot at 320 litres, compared with 137 litres in the Alza. The Alza counters with a seven-seat layout and split-folding second- and third-row seats.