Verdict
At RM47,797, the Perodua Alza Mk1 Facelift is the cheaper seven-seater, but the RM14,703 gap to the RM62,500 Perodua Alza D27A buys much more than 3 hp and 2 Nm. The D27A brings a D-CVT, a 5.3 L/100 km rating, a 137-litre boot and six airbags versus two, plus stability control and ASA 3.0 braking. It is 195 mm longer and 20 kg heavier, yet retains the same 2,750-mm wheelbase and seven seats. For family duty, the D27A’s safety and everyday convenience justify its higher entry price.
Pick the Perodua Alza Mk1 Facelift if RM47,797, a five-speed manual and front fog lamps matter more than the D27A’s safety kit and automatic transmission.
Pick the Perodua Alza D27A if you want the safer, roomier seven-seater with a D-CVT, 137-litre boot and rated 5.3 L/100 km consumption.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Alza Mk1 Facelift RM47,797; Perodua Alza D27A RM62,500.
- Transmission: Perodua Alza Mk1 Facelift five-speed manual; Perodua Alza D27A D-CVT automatic.
- Output: Perodua Alza Mk1 Facelift 102 hp and 136 Nm; Perodua Alza D27A 105 hp and 138 Nm.
- Fuel economy: Perodua Alza Mk1 Facelift has no rated figure; Perodua Alza D27A is rated at 5.3 L/100 km.
- Boot space: Perodua Alza Mk1 Facelift 83 litres; Perodua Alza D27A 137 litres.
- Safety: Perodua Alza Mk1 Facelift has two airbags and a four-star ASEAN NCAP rating; Perodua Alza D27A has six airbags and a five-star rating.
Mk1 Facelift
- RM14,703 cheaper at RM47,797.
- Gets front fog lamps, which the D27A lacks.
- Has steering-wheel audio controls.
- Five-speed manual versus the D27A’s D-CVT automatic.
- Two airbags and no stability control versus six airbags and stability control.
- 83-litre boot is 54 litres smaller than the D27A’s.
D27A
- D-CVT automatic and rated 5.3 L/100 km fuel consumption.
- Six airbags, stability control and ASA 3.0 pre-collision braking.
- 137-litre boot, rear air vents and second-row USB ports.
- Costs RM14,703 more than the Mk1 Facelift.
- At 1,145 kg, it is 20 kg heavier than the Mk1 Facelift.
- Lacks the Mk1 Facelift’s front fog lamps and steering-wheel audio controls.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM47,797✓ | 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 | 4,230 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 | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | 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 |
| Parking Brake | — | 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 vs D27A FAQ
Is the Perodua Alza Mk1 Facelift or Perodua Alza D27A better?
The Perodua Alza D27A is the better family MPV on these specifications: it has a D-CVT, six airbags, stability control, ASA 3.0 braking, a 137-litre boot and rear air vents. The Mk1 Facelift wins only on lower purchase price and a few equipment details.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Alza D27A costs RM62,500, which is RM14,703 more than the Perodua Alza Mk1 Facelift at RM47,797.
Which Alza has the better second-row setup?
The Perodua Alza D27A has the more useful second row: 60:40 split-folding seats with one-touch tumble, manual sliding and recline, plus adjustable rear air vents and two rear USB ports. The Mk1 Facelift has a 50:50 split-folding middle row and no rear air-con.