Perodua Alza vs Proton Iriz
Verdict
The Alza costs RM62,500 against the Iriz at RM42,800, so the RM19,700 gap buys a much larger car: seven seats, a 2,750 mm wheelbase, 105 hp and six airbags. The Iriz is the cheaper, smaller five-seat hatch, and its 215-litre boot beats the Alza’s 137 litres on the quoted numbers. For a Malaysian buyer, this is mainly seats and size versus spend and ease of use.
Pick the Perodua Alza if you need seven seats, a bigger body and the extra safety kit of six airbags plus auto emergency braking.
Pick the Proton Iriz if you want the lower price, lower annual road tax and a smaller five-seat hatchback with more quoted boot space.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Alza RM62,500; Proton Iriz RM42,800
- Seats: Perodua Alza 7; Proton Iriz 5
- Engine output: Perodua Alza 105 hp/138 Nm; Proton Iriz 94 hp/120 Nm
- Size: Perodua Alza 4,425 mm long with 2,750 mm wheelbase; Proton Iriz 3,945 mm long with 2,555 mm wheelbase
- Boot space: Perodua Alza 137 litres; Proton Iriz 215 litres
- Safety kit: Perodua Alza 6 airbags and AEB; Proton Iriz 4 airbags and no AEB
Alza
- Seven-seat MPV cabin
- Stronger 105 hp, 138 Nm engine
- Six airbags and auto emergency braking
- Costs RM19,700 more
- Smaller quoted boot at 137 litres
- Higher RM120 annual road tax
Iriz
- Cheaper to buy
- Larger quoted boot at 215 litres
- Lower RM70 annual road tax
- Five seats only
- Less power and torque
- Four airbags and no auto emergency braking
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 62,500 | RM 42,800✓ |
| 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 | 1,332 cc |
| Horsepower | 105 hp✓ | 94 hp |
| Torque | 138 Nm✓ | 120 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Belt |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 72.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | 10 |
| 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 | 3,945 mm |
| Width | 1,730 mm | 1,722 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,554 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,555 mm |
| Weight | 1,145 kg | 1,165 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 43 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 137 litres | 215 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 185/65R15 | 185/55R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/65R15 | 185/55R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 15" | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 | — |
| 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 | 15" Multi-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Silver Alloy | 15" Multi-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 on 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 | 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 |
| 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 |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls and Memory | Manual Single-zone |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Adjustable Blower | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB for Second Row | 1 Front, 4 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | LED Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Four Speakers | Radio/MP3 Player with 2 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down |
| 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 | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | LCD Multi-info Display |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 3 Times Free Labour Servicing |
| 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 Iriz FAQ
Is the Perodua Alza or Proton Iriz better?
The Perodua Alza is better if you need seats, size and safety kit. The Proton Iriz is better if you want to spend less and can live with five seats.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Alza is RM19,700 dearer than the Proton Iriz, at RM62,500 versus RM42,800.
Which one has more boot space?
The Proton Iriz has the larger quoted boot at 215 litres. The Perodua Alza is listed at 137 litres, though it counters with seven seats instead of five.