Verdict
At RM62,500, the Alza costs RM27,300 less than the RM89,800 X50 and brings seven seats, a 2,750 mm wheelbase and a 5.3 L/100 km rated fuel figure. It is the practical family choice, although its 137-litre boot is small with all seats in use. The X50 is the sharper performance-led alternative: 178 hp and 290 Nm dwarf the Alza’s 105 hp and 138 Nm, while its 330-litre boot better suits five occupants. But it carries only five people.
Alza
Pick the Perodua Alza if you need seven seats, a longer 2,750 mm wheelbase and the lower purchase price.
X50
Pick the Proton X50 if you want 178 hp, 290 Nm, a 330-litre boot and stronger cabin technology for five people.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Alza RM62,500; Proton X50 RM89,800.
- Seating: Perodua Alza seven seats; Proton X50 five seats.
- Boot space: Perodua Alza 137 litres; Proton X50 330 litres.
- Output: Perodua Alza 105 hp and 138 Nm; Proton X50 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- Wheelbase and weight: Perodua Alza 2,750 mm and 1,145 kg; Proton X50 2,600 mm and 1,351 kg.
- Wheels and tyres: Perodua Alza 15-inch alloys with 185/65R15 tyres; Proton X50 17-inch alloys with 215/60R17 tyres.
Alza
- Seven-seat layout with seven three-point seat belts.
- Longer 2,750 mm wheelbase.
- ASA 3.0 braking works from 4-120 km/h and includes pedestrian detection.
- 105 hp and 138 Nm trail the X50’s 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- 137-litre boot is 193 litres smaller than the X50’s.
- No reverse camera or front parking sensors, unlike the X50.
X50
- 178 hp and 290 Nm from its 1.5-litre turbo engine.
- 330-litre boot with all five seats available.
- 14.6-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus six speakers.
- Costs RM27,300 more than the Alza.
- Five seats versus the Alza’s seven.
- 2,600 mm wheelbase is 150 mm shorter than the Alza’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM62,500✓ | RM89,800 |
| 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 | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm | 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | D-CVT | 7DCT |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | Geely |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.6 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 5.3 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,425 mm | 4,380 mm |
| Width | 1,730 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,609 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,600 mm |
| Weight | 1,145 kg | 1,351 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 43 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 137 litres | 330 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 185/65R15 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/65R15 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 15" | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 | GitiComfort F50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Silver Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Silver Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| 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 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 | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Automatic High Beam | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear 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 | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Adjustable Blower | Rear 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 |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Four Speakers | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| 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 | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 6 Times Free Labour Servicing |
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 X50 FAQ
Is the Perodua Alza or Proton X50 better?
The Alza is better for a larger family because it has seven seats and costs less. The X50 is better for five occupants who prioritise 178 hp, 290 Nm, a 330-litre boot and a 14.6-inch touchscreen.
What is the price difference?
The Proton X50 costs RM27,300 more than the Perodua Alza.
Which has more seats and luggage space?
The Alza has seven seats to the X50’s five. The X50 has the larger boot at 330 litres, compared with 137 litres in the Alza.
