Verdict
At RM62,500, the Perodua Alza costs RM13,600 less and is the family-first choice: seven seats, a 2,750 mm wheelbase and 5.3 L/100 km claimed economy make a strong case for carrying people. The Perodua Traz uses the same 105 hp/138 Nm 1.5-litre petrol drivetrain, yet trades two seats for a 471-litre boot against 137 litres, plus 17-inch wheels, blind-spot monitoring and a reverse camera. For a Malaysian household needing regular third-row use, take Alza; for five occupants with luggage, Traz earns its premium.
Pick the Perodua Alza if seven seats, a longer 2,750 mm wheelbase and the RM13,600 saving matter more than boot space and extra driver-assistance kit.
Pick the Perodua Traz if you carry five people, need its 471-litre boot and want blind-spot monitoring, a reverse camera and 17-inch wheels.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Alza RM62,500; Perodua Traz RM76,100.
- Seating: Perodua Alza has 7 seats; Perodua Traz has 5 seats.
- Boot space: Perodua Alza 137 litres; Perodua Traz 471 litres.
- Wheelbase: Perodua Alza 2,750 mm; Perodua Traz 2,620 mm.
- Wheels and tyres: Perodua Alza 15-inch alloys with 185/65R15 tyres; Perodua Traz 17-inch alloys with 215/60R17 tyres.
- Fuel tank: Perodua Alza 43 litres; Perodua Traz 42 litres.
Alza
- Seven seats with seven three-point seat belts.
- Longer 2,750 mm wheelbase.
- Rated fuel economy of 5.3 L/100 km.
- Only 137 litres of boot space versus the Traz's 471 litres.
- No blind-spot information system or reverse camera.
- 15-inch wheels and 185/65R15 tyres versus 17-inch wheels and 215/60R17 tyres.
Traz
- 471-litre boot for five-seat use.
- Blind-spot information system, front parking sensors and reverse camera.
- 9.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and six speakers.
- Costs RM13,600 more than the Alza.
- Has five seats rather than seven.
- Shorter 2,620 mm wheelbase than the Alza's 2,750 mm.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM62,500✓ | RM76,100 |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-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, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | D-CVT | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.3 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,425 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,730 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,145 kg | 1,145 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 43 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 137 litres | 471 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 185/65R15 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/65R15 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 15" | Full Size 16" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Silver Alloy | 17" Dual-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Silver Alloy | 17" Dual-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (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 | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, ASA 3.0 Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection | Yes, ASA 3.0 Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front and Second Row Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Automatic High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| 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 |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls and Memory | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Adjustable Blower | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB for Second Row | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Four Speakers | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Smart Link, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| 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 Traz FAQ
Is the Perodua Alza or Perodua Traz better?
The Alza is better for families needing seven seats and a lower purchase price. The Traz is better for a five-person household that prioritises a much larger 471-litre boot, blind-spot monitoring and a reverse camera.
What is the price difference?
The Traz costs RM13,600 more than the Alza. That gap brings a 471-litre boot instead of 137 litres, 17-inch wheels, blind-spot monitoring, front parking sensors and a reverse camera.
Do the Perodua Alza and Perodua Traz use the same engine?
Yes. Both use a naturally aspirated 1,496 cc inline-four petrol engine producing 105 hp at 6,000 rpm and 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm, driving the front wheels through a CVT automatic.
