Verdict
The RM49,308 gap is substantial: the Nissan Almera costs RM83,888 against the Perodua Bezza’s RM34,580, but brings a 99 hp/152 Nm turbo engine and Xtronic CVT rather than 67 hp/91 Nm with a five-speed manual. It is also 345 mm longer with a 165 mm longer wheelbase, yet the Bezza counters with a 508-litre boot, 4.4 L/100 km rated economy and a full-size spare. The Almera makes more sense for automatic driving and active-safety hardware; the Bezza is the cheaper, more frugal manual sedan.
Pick the Nissan Almera if you want an automatic sedan with 152 Nm of torque, stability control and autonomous braking.
Pick the Perodua Bezza if low purchase cost, 4.4 L/100 km rated economy and a 508-litre boot matter more than automatic convenience and performance.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan Almera RM83,888; Perodua Bezza RM34,580.
- Output: Nissan Almera 99 hp and 152 Nm; Perodua Bezza 67 hp and 91 Nm.
- Transmission: Nissan Almera Xtronic CVT; Perodua Bezza five-speed manual.
- Rated economy: Nissan Almera 5.4 L/100 km; Perodua Bezza 4.4 L/100 km.
- Length/wheelbase: Nissan Almera 4,495 mm/2,620 mm; Perodua Bezza 4,150 mm/2,455 mm.
- Boot space: Nissan Almera 482 litres; Perodua Bezza 508 litres.
Almera
- 99 hp turbo engine with 152 Nm at 2,600 rpm.
- Xtronic CVT, stability control and hill-start assist.
- Autonomous braking, plus keyless entry and push-button start.
- RM49,308 costlier to buy.
- Rated at 5.4 L/100 km versus 4.4 L/100 km.
- 482-litre boot is 26 litres smaller and the spare is space-saver rather than full-size.
Bezza
- RM34,580 price and 4.4 L/100 km rated economy.
- 508-litre boot and full-size 14-inch spare tyre.
- LED reflector headlamps, front parking sensors and driver-seat height adjustment.
- Five-speed manual rather than a CVT automatic.
- 67 hp and 91 Nm trail the Almera’s 99 hp and 152 Nm.
- No stability control, autonomous braking or hill-start assist.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM83,888 | RM34,580✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | A-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM20 | RM20 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 999 cc | 998 cc |
| Horsepower | 99 hp at 5,000 rpm✓ | 67 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 152 Nm at 2,600 rpm✓ | 91 Nm at 4,400 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 72.2 mm × 81.3 mm | 71 mm × 84 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | Xtronic CVT | 5MT |
| Gears | 1 | 5 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.4 L/100 km | 4.4 L/100 km✓ |
| Co2 | 125 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,495 mm | 4,150 mm |
| Width | 1,740 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,455 mm |
| Weight | 1,090 kg | 930 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 35 litres | 36 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 482 litres | 508 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 195/65R15 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/65R15 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full Size 14" |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 14" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 14" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 4 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 2 (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 | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | — | Solar and Security Window Film |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable, Driver's seat height adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 1 Rear USB | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | Radio with 4 Speakers | Radio with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| 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 |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | USB Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5 Times Free Service | — |
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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Almera vs Bezza FAQ
Is the Nissan Almera or Perodua Bezza better?
The Almera is better for drivers wanting a CVT, 152 Nm torque, stability control and autonomous braking. The Bezza is better for a lower upfront outlay, 4.4 L/100 km rated economy and its 508-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan Almera costs RM49,308 more than the Perodua Bezza. That difference brings the Almera’s CVT, 99 hp turbo engine, stability control and autonomous braking, among other equipment differences.
Which has the bigger boot and better fuel economy?
The Perodua Bezza has the larger 508-litre boot, compared with 482 litres in the Nissan Almera, and its rated consumption is lower at 4.4 L/100 km versus 5.4 L/100 km.
