Verdict
The RM14,703 jump from the RM47,797 Perodua Alza Mk1 Facelift to the RM62,500 Perodua Alza D27A buys far more than an automatic: the D27A has six airbags against two, stability control and ASA 3.0 pre-collision braking, plus a 137-litre boot against 83 litres. It is 195 mm longer and 35 mm wider, yet retains the 2,750-mm wheelbase and seven seats. The old car is the budget used-family choice if a five-speed manual suits; the D27A is the clear pick for modern family safety, easier driving and rear-seat comfort.
Pick the Perodua Alza Mk1 Facelift if a lower entry price, a five-speed manual and front foglamps matter more than newer safety systems.
Pick the Perodua Alza D27A if you want a D-CVT, six airbags, ASA 3.0 braking and a much larger boot for family duty.
Key differences
- Transmission: 5MT manual | D-CVT automatic
- Power: 102 hp at 6,000 rpm | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm
- Torque: 136 Nm at 4,400 rpm | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm
- Length: 4,230 mm | 4,425 mm
- Boot space: 83 litres | 137 litres
- Safety: 4-star ASEAN NCAP with 2 airbags | 5-star ASEAN NCAP with 6 airbags
Mk1 Facelift
- Lower purchase price
- Five-speed manual transmission
- Front foglamps and steering audio controls
- Only two airbags and 4-star ASEAN NCAP rating versus six airbags and 5 stars
- No ABS/EBD, stability control or ASA 3.0 pre-collision braking
- Smaller 83-litre boot and no rear air-con vents
D27A
- Six airbags, stability control and ASA 3.0 braking
- D-CVT automatic with hill start assist and auto start-stop
- 137-litre boot, rear air-con vents and second-row USB ports
- Higher purchase price
- No front foglamps
- No steering-mounted 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 at 6,000 rpm | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 136 Nm at 4,400 rpm | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 72 mm × 91.8 mm | 72.5 mm × 90.6 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 | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 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 | 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 better for most families because it pairs a D-CVT with six airbags, 5-star ASEAN NCAP, stability control and ASA 3.0 braking. The Mk1 Facelift makes sense chiefly when purchase cost and a manual gearbox are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Alza D27A costs RM14,703 more than the Perodua Alza Mk1 Facelift.
Which Alza has the bigger boot?
The Perodua Alza D27A has the bigger boot at 137 litres, which is 54 litres more than the Perodua Alza Mk1 Facelift's 83 litres.
