Verdict
The Alza is the practical family choice: it carries seven, has a 2,750 mm wheelbase and returns a rated 5.3 L/100 km. Its 105 hp and 138 Nm are a long way behind the X50’s 178 hp and 290 Nm, however, and the Proton’s claimed 0-100 km/h time is 7.6 seconds. The X50 also brings a 330-litre boot, 17-inch wheels and a 14.6-inch touchscreen, but only five seats. For Malaysian buyers regularly filling more than five places, the Alza’s layout matters more than the SUV’s performance.
Pick the Perodua Alza if you need seven seats, a longer 2,750 mm wheelbase and a rated 5.3 L/100 km fuel figure.
Pick the Proton X50 if you want 178 hp, 290 Nm, a 7.6-second 0-100 km/h claim and a 330-litre boot for five occupants.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Alza RM62,500; Proton X50 RM89,800.
- Seats: Perodua Alza 7; Proton X50 5.
- Power and torque: Perodua Alza 105 hp and 138 Nm; Proton X50 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- Wheelbase: Perodua Alza 2,750 mm; Proton X50 2,600 mm.
- Boot space: Perodua Alza 137 litres; Proton X50 330 litres.
Alza
- Seven-seat cabin with 50:50 split-folding last row
- Rated fuel economy of 5.3 L/100 km
- ASA 3.0 braking with pedestrian detection and lane-keeping steering correction
- 105 hp and 138 Nm versus the X50’s 178 hp and 290 Nm
- 137-litre boot versus the X50’s 330 litres
- 15-inch wheels versus the X50’s 17-inch alloys
X50
- 178 hp, 290 Nm and a claimed 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- 330-litre boot and 17-inch alloy wheels
- 14.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Five seats versus the Alza’s seven
- No autonomous braking system or lane-keeping assist listed, where the Alza has both
- RM27,300 more expensive than the Alza
| 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 | 178 hp✓ |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 290 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 72.5 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 | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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.
Used Alza & X50 for sale
Alza vs X50 FAQ
Is the Perodua Alza or Proton X50 better?
The Alza is better for seven-seat family transport and rated fuel use of 5.3 L/100 km. The X50 is better for performance, with 178 hp, 290 Nm and a claimed 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time, plus a larger 330-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Proton X50 costs RM27,300 more: RM89,800 against the Perodua Alza’s RM62,500. Both have RM120 annual road tax and five-year manufacturer warranties.
Which has the stronger safety assistance package?
The Alza has the more extensive listed driver-assistance set, with ASA 3.0 pre-collision braking from 4-120 km/h, pedestrian detection and lane-keeping steering correction. The X50 counters with blind spot information, but no autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist is listed.
