Verdict
The Perodua Alza D27A is the clear new-versus-outgoing step up for a Malaysian family: RM62,500 buys a D-CVT, 105 hp and 138 Nm, plus 137 litres of boot space against 83 litres. More importantly, it has a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating, six airbags, stability control and ASA 3.0 braking, where the Mk1 Facelift 2 has four stars, two airbags and no stability control. The RM49,944 Mk1 remains the cheaper seven-seater, but its five-speed manual and thinner safety kit date it heavily.
Pick the Perodua Alza Mk1 Facelift 2 if you want the lower purchase price and specifically prefer a five-speed manual.
Pick the Perodua Alza D27A if you want a safer, more practical seven-seat Alza with an automatic transmission.
Key differences
- Price: Mk1 Facelift 2 RM49,944; D27A RM62,500.
- Transmission: Mk1 Facelift 2 five-speed manual; D27A D-CVT automatic.
- Safety: Mk1 Facelift 2 four-star ASEAN NCAP with two airbags; D27A five stars with six airbags.
- Boot space: Mk1 Facelift 2 83 litres; D27A 137 litres.
- Output: Mk1 Facelift 2 102 hp and 136 Nm; D27A 105 hp and 138 Nm.
- Dimensions: Mk1 Facelift 2 4,270 mm long and 1,695 mm wide; D27A 4,425 mm and 1,730 mm.
Mk1 Facelift 2
- RM12,556 cheaper to buy.
- Five-speed manual transmission.
- Front foglamps and steering audio controls.
- Only two airbags and no stability control, versus six airbags and stability control.
- Five-speed manual instead of the D-CVT automatic.
- 83-litre boot is 54 litres smaller.
D27A
- Five-star ASEAN NCAP rating, six airbags and stability control.
- ASA 3.0 pre-collision braking works from 4-120 km/h and detects pedestrians.
- 137-litre boot, rear air-con vents and second-row USB ports.
- Costs RM12,556 more.
- No front foglamps, while the Mk1 Facelift 2 has them.
- No steering audio controls, while the Mk1 Facelift 2 has them.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM49,944✓ | RM62,500 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 2NR-VE, 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,495 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 102 hp | 105 hp✓ |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 138 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 72 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5MT | D-CVT |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | —✓ | 5.3 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,270 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,125 kg | 1,145 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 42 litres | 43 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 83 litres | 137 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 185/55R15 | 185/65R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/55R15 | 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 | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy (Silver) | 15" Silver Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy (Silver) | 15" Silver Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 4 stars — With 2 airbags and no stability control | 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 for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 6 Three-point, 1 Lap-belt on Middle Row | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer middle passenger seats | 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 | Driver Only | Front and Second Row Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Reflector with Automatic High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination (Clear Lens) | LED Combination |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 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 and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 4 Middle Row, 2 Back Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Four Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down only | 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 | — | ✓ |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Foot-operated | 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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Mk1 Facelift 2 vs D27A FAQ
Is the Perodua Alza Mk1 Facelift 2 or Perodua Alza D27A better?
The Perodua Alza D27A is better for most families. Its D-CVT, 137-litre boot, six airbags, stability control and ASA 3.0 create a substantial safety and usability advantage over the outgoing Mk1 Facelift 2.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Alza D27A costs RM12,556 more than the Perodua Alza Mk1 Facelift 2.
Which Alza is safer?
The Perodua Alza D27A is decisively safer: it has a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating, six airbags, stability control, collision warning and ASA 3.0. The Mk1 Facelift 2 has four stars, two airbags and no stability control.