Verdict
The Proton Exora brings the stronger drivetrain: 138 hp and 205 Nm, against the Perodua Alza’s 105 hp and 138 Nm, with peak torque arriving at just 2,000 rpm rather than 4,200 rpm. But the Alza is 302 kg lighter, returns a rated 5.3 L/100 km and has a far fuller safety brief, including six airbags, stability control and ASA 3.0 braking. For a Malaysian family, those are hard advantages to ignore; the Exora makes sense chiefly if its extra shove matters more than active safety kit.
Pick the Perodua Alza if you want six airbags, stability control, ASA 3.0 and a rated 5.3 L/100 km consumption figure.
Pick the Proton Exora if you prioritise 138 hp and 205 Nm over the Alza’s much broader safety equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Alza RM62,500; Proton Exora RM59,800.
- Power and torque: Alza 105 hp and 138 Nm; Exora 138 hp and 205 Nm.
- Kerb weight: Alza 1,145 kg; Exora 1,447 kg.
- Safety airbags: Alza six; Exora two.
- Fuel tank: Alza 43 litres; Exora 55 litres.
- Dimensions: Alza 4,425 mm long and 1,730 mm wide; Exora 4,610 mm long and 1,809 mm wide.
Alza
- Six airbags, stability control and five-star ASEAN NCAP rating.
- ASA 3.0 braking includes pedestrian detection from 4-120 km/h.
- Rated fuel use of 5.3 L/100 km and 302 kg less weight.
- 105 hp and 138 Nm trail the Exora’s 138 hp and 205 Nm.
- Costs RM2,700 more than the Exora.
- 43-litre fuel tank is 12 litres smaller.
Exora
- 138 hp and 205 Nm, with peak torque at 2,000 rpm.
- RM2,700 lower purchase price.
- 55-litre tank and 16-inch wheels with 205/55R16 tyres.
- Only two airbags versus the Alza’s six.
- No listed stability control, autonomous braking, collision warning or lane-keeping assist.
- No rated fuel-consumption figure, while the Alza is rated at 5.3 L/100 km.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM62,500 | RM59,800✓ |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-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, turbocharged |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,561 cc |
| Horsepower | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm | 138 hp at 5,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm | 205 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm | 76 mm × 86 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | 8.9 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | D-CVT | CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | Punch Powertrain |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.3 L/100 km | —✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,425 mm | 4,610 mm |
| Width | 1,730 mm | 1,809 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,691 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,730 mm |
| Weight | 1,145 kg | 1,447 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 43 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 137 litres✓ | 132 litres |
| Front Tyre | 185/65R15 | 205/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/65R15 | 205/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 15" | Full-size 16" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 | Goodyear Assurance |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Silver Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Silver Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 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 | 7 Three-point | 6 Three-point, 1 Lap-belt on Middle Row |
| ISOFIX | 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 | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front and Second Row Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Automatic High Beam | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| 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 Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls and Memory | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Adjustable Blower | Rear Vents with Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB for Second Row | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Back Row |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Four Speakers | Radio with CD/MP3 player, Bluetooth, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down only |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote control activation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | 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.
Used Alza & Exora for sale
Alza vs Exora FAQ
Is the Perodua Alza or Proton Exora better?
The Alza is the better family buy on safety and stated fuel use, with six airbags, stability control, ASA 3.0 and a 5.3 L/100 km rating. Choose the Exora only if its 138 hp and 205 Nm are your priority.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Alza costs RM62,500 and the Proton Exora costs RM59,800, so the Alza is RM2,700 more expensive.
Which MPV has more boot space?
The Alza has 137 litres of boot space, narrowly ahead of the Exora’s 132 litres. Both are seven-seat MPVs.
