Verdict
These are Malaysian-assembled, front-wheel-drive seven-seat petrol MPVs with near-identical 1.5-litre four-cylinder outputs. The Alza is the rational call at RM62,500 against RM99,980, with a 5.3 L/100 km rated figure, six airbags and ASA 3.0. The Xpander counters with 495 litres of boot space to the Alza’s 137 litres. It also gets 17-inch wheels and a 9-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Its 141 Nm torque lead is only 3 Nm, so the RM37,480 premium is chiefly for carrying space and kit, not outright performance.
Pick the Mitsubishi Xpander if you need its 495-litre boot, reverse camera and 9-inch Apple CarPlay/Android Auto touchscreen.
Pick the Perodua Alza if you want to spend RM37,480 less while gaining six airbags, ASA 3.0 and a 5.3 L/100 km rated economy figure.
Key differences
- Price: Mitsubishi Xpander RM99,980; Perodua Alza RM62,500.
- Torque: Mitsubishi Xpander 141 Nm at 4,000 rpm; Perodua Alza 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm.
- Boot space: Mitsubishi Xpander 495 litres; Perodua Alza 137 litres.
- Wheels and tyres: Mitsubishi Xpander 17-inch alloys with 205/55R17 tyres; Perodua Alza 15-inch alloys with 185/65R15 tyres.
- Airbags: Mitsubishi Xpander 2; Perodua Alza 6.
- Autonomous braking: Mitsubishi Xpander none listed; Perodua Alza ASA 3.0 pre-collision braking from 4-120 km/h with pedestrian detection.
Xpander
- 495-litre boot space
- 9-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Reverse camera and 17-inch alloy wheels
- Costs RM37,480 more
- Only two airbags versus the Alza's six
- No listed autonomous braking or lane-keeping assistance
Alza
- RM37,480 lower purchase price
- Six airbags and ASA 3.0 pre-collision braking
- 5.3 L/100 km rated fuel consumption
- 137-litre boot is far smaller than the Xpander's 495 litres
- No reverse camera
- Radio/Bluetooth audio lacks the Xpander's 9-inch CarPlay and Android Auto touchscreen
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM99,980 | 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, variable valve timing | 2NR-VE, 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 141 Nm at 4,000 rpm✓ | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 75 mm × 84.8 mm | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4AT | D-CVT |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 5.3 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,475 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,750 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Height | 1,720 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,775 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,240 kg | 1,145 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | 43 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 495 litres✓ | 137 litres |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R17 | 185/65R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R17 | 185/65R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full Size 15" |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia 150 | Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 15" Silver Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 15" Silver Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 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 | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row 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 Seats Only | Front and Second Row Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Reflector with Automatic High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | Second row 60:40 Split Fold, Third row 50:50 Split Fold | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Sliding and Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Manual Climate Control | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls and Memory |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Rear Vents with Adjustable Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB for Second Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Four Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| 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 | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 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.
Used Xpander & Alza for sale
Xpander vs Alza FAQ
Is the Mitsubishi Xpander or Perodua Alza better?
The Alza is better for most buyers because it costs RM37,480 less and has six airbags plus ASA 3.0. Choose the Xpander if its 495-litre boot, reverse camera and 9-inch smartphone-compatible touchscreen are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Mitsubishi Xpander costs RM37,480 more than the Perodua Alza.
Which MPV has better safety equipment?
The Alza has the stronger listed safety package: six airbags, ASA 3.0 autonomous braking with pedestrian detection, steering correction and front-and-second-row seatbelt reminders. The Xpander has two airbags and no listed autonomous braking or lane-keeping assistance.
