Verdict
At RM62,500, the Perodua Alza gives Malaysian seven-seat buyers the same 1,496 cc, 105 hp and 138 Nm drivetrain as the RM95,000 Toyota Veloz, plus the same 2,750 mm wheelbase, 43-litre tank and 137-litre boot. That makes the Alza the rational buy. The Veloz is 50 mm longer, 20 mm wider and 40 mm taller, but its real case is equipment: adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert and a 360-degree camera. Pay the extra only if those daily-use aids matter to you.
Pick the Perodua Alza if you want the same 105 hp 1.5-litre seven-seat mechanical package for RM32,500 less and value its 5.3 L/100 km rated economy.
Pick the Toyota Veloz if adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera, blind-spot monitoring and an unlimited-mileage five-year warranty justify the higher outlay.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Alza RM62,500; Toyota Veloz RM95,000.
- Dimensions: Alza 4,425 mm long, 1,730 mm wide and 1,660 mm tall; Veloz 4,475 mm, 1,750 mm and 1,700 mm.
- Kerb weight: Alza 1,145 kg; Veloz 1,185 kg.
- Wheels and tyres: Alza 15-inch alloys with 185/65R15 tyres; Veloz 17-inch alloys with 205/50R17 tyres.
- Driver assistance: Alza has no blind-spot information or rear cross traffic alert; Veloz has both.
- Warranty mileage: Alza 5 years/150,000 km; Veloz 5 years/unlimited mileage.
Alza
- RM32,500 cheaper with the same 105 hp and 138 Nm output
- Rated fuel economy of 5.3 L/100 km
- 40 kg lighter than the Veloz
- No blind-spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert or 360-degree camera
- No adaptive cruise control, auto headlamps or front parking sensors
- 15-inch wheels versus the Veloz's 17-inch set
Veloz
- Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go and steering assist
- Blind-spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert and 360-degree camera
- Unlimited-mileage five-year warranty
- Costs RM32,500 more despite identical 1,496 cc, 105 hp and 138 Nm outputs
- No rated fuel-consumption figure against the Alza's 5.3 L/100 km
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM62,500✓ | RM95,000 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| 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 | 2NR-VE, 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | D-CVT | D-CVT with Power Mode |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.3 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,425 mm | 4,475 mm |
| Width | 1,730 mm | 1,750 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,145 kg | 1,185 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 43 litres | 43 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 137 litres | 137 litres |
| Front Tyre | 185/65R15 | 205/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/65R15 | 205/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 15" | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Silver Alloy | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Silver Alloy | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Higher suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | 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 | 7 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 | Yes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front and Second Row Seats | Front and Second Row Seats |
| Safety Notes | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Automatic High Beam | LED Reflector with Matrix Adaptive Driving Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| 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 with One-touch Tumble, Manual Sliding and Recline, Armrest, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| 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 with Adjustable Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB for Second Row | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB for Second Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Four Speakers | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| 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 | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Auto Brake Hold |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| 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 & Veloz for sale
Alza vs Veloz FAQ
Is the Perodua Alza or Toyota Veloz better?
The Alza is the better value choice because it shares the Veloz's 1.5-litre, 105 hp drivetrain, seven seats and 2,750 mm wheelbase. Choose the Veloz only if its adaptive cruise control, camera system and extra safety aids are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Veloz costs RM32,500 more than the Perodua Alza. The extra money brings more driver-assistance equipment, a 360-degree camera, 17-inch wheels, automatic climate control and unlimited warranty mileage.
Does the Toyota Veloz have more power than the Perodua Alza?
No. Both use a 1,496 cc naturally aspirated 2NR-VE four-cylinder engine producing 105 hp at 6,000 rpm and 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm, driving the front wheels through a D-CVT.
