Verdict
The Proton Exora costs RM2,700 less at RM59,800 and brings a 138 hp/205 Nm 1.6-litre turbo, a clear 33 hp and 67 Nm advantage over the Alza’s 105 hp/138 Nm 1.5-litre. But the RM62,500 Alza answers with a rated 5.3 L/100 km, six airbags, ASA 3.0 braking and a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating. Both seat seven and carry five-year/150,000 km warranties. For a Malaysian family, the Alza’s safety kit and 2,750 mm wheelbase matter more than the Exora’s stronger engine.
Pick the Perodua Alza if active safety, six airbags and a rated 5.3 L/100 km matter more than outright power.
Pick the Proton Exora if you want 138 hp and 205 Nm from a turbocharged 1.6-litre while spending RM2,700 less.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Alza RM62,500; Proton Exora RM59,800.
- Output: Perodua Alza 105 hp and 138 Nm; Proton Exora 138 hp and 205 Nm.
- Fuel economy: Perodua Alza rated at 5.3 L/100 km; Proton Exora has no rated figure stated.
- Safety: Perodua Alza has six airbags and five-star ASEAN NCAP; Proton Exora has two airbags and no ASEAN NCAP rating stated.
- Size: Perodua Alza is 4,425 mm long and 1,730 mm wide; Proton Exora is 4,610 mm long and 1,809 mm wide.
- Fuel tank: Perodua Alza 43 litres; Proton Exora 55 litres.
Alza
- Six airbags, ASA 3.0 and steering correction lane-keeping assist.
- Rated fuel use of 5.3 L/100 km.
- Longer 2,750 mm wheelbase and 137-litre boot.
- 105 hp and 138 Nm trail the Exora by 33 hp and 67 Nm.
- 43-litre fuel tank is 12 litres smaller than the Exora’s.
Exora
- 138 hp and 205 Nm turbocharged 1.6-litre engine.
- RM2,700 cheaper purchase price.
- 55-litre fuel tank and 16-inch wheels.
- Two airbags versus the Alza’s six, with no stated stability control or ISOFIX.
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or lane-keeping assist.
- 1,447 kg kerb weight is 302 kg higher than the Alza’s 1,145 kg.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM62,500 | RM59,800✓ |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 2NR-VE, 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,561 cc |
| Horsepower | 105 hp | 138 hp✓ |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 205 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 72.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | 8.9 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | D-CVT | CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | Punch Powertrain |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.3 L/100 km | —✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,425 mm | 4,610 mm |
| Width | 1,730 mm | 1,809 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,691 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,730 mm |
| Weight | 1,145 kg | 1,447 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 43 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 137 litres✓ | 132 litres |
| Front Tyre | 185/65R15 | 205/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/65R15 | 205/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 15" | Full-size 16" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 | Goodyear Assurance |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Silver Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Silver Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger |
| 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 | 6 Three-point, 1 Lap-belt on Middle Row |
| 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 | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front and Second Row Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Automatic High Beam | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| 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 Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls and Memory | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Adjustable Blower | Rear Vents with Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB for Second Row | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Back Row |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Four Speakers | Radio with CD/MP3 player, Bluetooth, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down only |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote control activation |
| 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 | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 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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Alza vs Exora FAQ
Is the Perodua Alza or Proton Exora better?
The Alza is the better family-safety choice: it has six airbags, ASA 3.0, lane-keeping steering correction and a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating. The Exora is better only if its 138 hp/205 Nm turbo engine and lower RM59,800 price take priority.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Alza costs RM62,500, while the Proton Exora costs RM59,800. The Alza is RM2,700 more expensive.
Which MPV has more power?
The Proton Exora has more power, producing 138 hp and 205 Nm from its 1,561 cc turbocharged engine. The Perodua Alza produces 105 hp and 138 Nm from its 1,496 cc naturally aspirated engine.