The engine for the Alza is a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder unit which you will also find in the Toyota Avanza. However, while the Toyota’s engine is imported from Indonesia, the Perodua’s is almost entirely made in Malaysia. The engine produces almost 104 ps or 76 kW of power and 136 Nm of torque, which is expected to be enough to provide acceptable performance for the Alza. Consumption is claimed to be 15 kms/litre with the 5-speed manual transmission and 12.7 kms/litre with the 4-speed automatic.
The suspension is similar to that of the Myvi’s but beefed up for the greater load that the Alza will carry. It is a very simple layout of MacPherson struts in front and a torsion beam axle behind. 15-inch wheels are fitted and shod with 185/55 tyres. Due to the need to maximum interior space, the spare wheel (skinny space-saver type) is slung below. For brakes, there are ventilated discs in front and drums behind and ABS+EBD is available for the premium version.
At the time of the media preview which was earlier than the launch today, we were informed that the tentative prices for the Alza start at RM55,990 and RM60,990 for the Manual Standard and Premium versions, respectively, while the Automatic versions will be prices at RM58,990 and RM63,990 for the Standard and Premium versions, respectively. This price range takes the Alza near the bottom end of the Avanza and Exora but it is likely that the Toyota will be the one more affected (and ironically, it is assembled at Perodua’s plant).
An Advanced version will be available next year. This will have a bodykit to give a more sporty image and have accessories such as GPS and reverse camera and leather upholstery. It will cost between RM66,490 and RM69,990 but there will be people who want the extras factory-fitted and included in the financing package.
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