2022 Perodua Alza vs Toyota Veloz – RM20k separates the co-developed MPVs, however what are the variations?

By now, you’ve seen loads of teasers of the Toyota Veloz, and we additionally confirmed you pics of the upcoming MPV uncovered on a transporter near Rawang, which is Perodua’s base. The Veloz is in fact a sister automobile to the recently-launched Perodua Alza, and each are manufactured by Perodua in Sg Choh, north of the Klang Valley.

The Alza has been merged with the Toyota Avanza/Veloz (Veloz is a extra upmarket Avanza) and Daihatsu Xenia. All 4 variations of the seven-seater MPV sit on the Daihatsu New International Structure (DNGA) platform, which signifies that the second-generation Alza strikes away from being a JDM rebadge and the Avanza goes from rear-wheel drive to a extra refined front-wheel drive base.

In Malaysia, UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) will solely offer the Veloz (no Avanza) and the positioning of the single-spec MPV will likely be greater than the Alza, with additional tools over the already-generous kit list of the Alza, and with a corresponding greater value, in fact. The estimated Veloz value is RM95,000 on-the-road with out insurance coverage. That’s RM20k greater than the highest Alza AV.

So, what are the visible and tools variations between the 2? It’s an extended listing than what’s instantly obvious – let’s undergo the factors primarily based on what we’ve seen up to now, what UMWT has revealed up to now, and in addition the Veloz specs in Indonesia and Thailand.

The Veloz’s total form is much like the Alza’s, and its rear finish acquainted, however the two have very completely different faces. Whereas the Alza sports activities a large, bowl-shaped grille and an ‘X’ theme, the Veloz incorporates a downturned hexagonal grille. The grille inserts are additionally completely different – it’s ‘L’ for the Alza and ‘Y’ for the Veloz, which will get T-shaped chrome accents across the LED fog lamp surrounds.

Talking of LEDs, the LED headlamps are completely different and the Toyota will get LED daytime operating lights (LED DRLs for the Alza include the optional GearUp bodykit). The Veloz headlamps are bridged by a chrome strip that tops the grille – these proceed on the perimeters of the bonnet to achieve the windowline, and the chrome define terminates on the rear display. The Alza AV’s chrome strip begins from the A pillars.

Maybe extra distinguished than the face is the stance of the 2 fashions. Perodua opted for a low-slung MPV with a car-like floor clearance of 160 mm (150 mm for X, outdated Alza was 155 mm). In distinction, the Malaysian-spec Veloz GC is 190 mm, which is 30 mm greater and extra typical of a Low MPV. The stance distinction is straight away obvious. Word that 190 mm is decrease than the Indonesian-spec Veloz’s 205 mm. If you wish to examine, the Perodua Aruz/Toyota Rush has a GC of 220 mm and the Mitsubishi Xpander‘s GC is 205 mm.

Which is healthier is right down to choice. P2 touts simple entry/exit for youngsters and the aged (decrease boot load lip can be a bonus), whereas Toyota says that you just received’t must “fear about damaging the undercarriage whereas going over tough terrain, velocity bumps or pot holes” with their taller automobile. Which aspect are you on?

Earlier than you reply, get a superb take a look at each automobiles within the metallic. The Veloz wears 17-inch two-tone multi-spoke alloys, that are an inch bigger than the Alza AV’s blade-style two-tone objects, which look nearly proper with the lowered physique. The Veloz is available in 5 colors – white, silver, pink Metallic, “Bluish Black” and the signature blue you see within the adverts. A black roof for a two-tone look is unique to the Toyota. We additionally see what seems to be roof rails.

Lastly, the outer back lights are shared, however solely the Veloz sports activities a pink line all the way in which to the central emblem, and it additionally has the mannequin identify spelled out between the T brand and the quantity plate recess. The Alza’s retro-style wordmark is on the fringe of the hatch. The bumpers and reflector surrounds are completely different, and the Veloz’s silver centre part has a extra “SUV look” with indents mimicking skid plates.

Barely chunkier bodywork on the bumpers and wheelarches signifies that the Veloz has a barely greater footprint (4,475 mm lengthy, +50 mm over Alza; 1,750 mm huge, +20 mm over Alza), though you probably received’t discover this, simply the peak distinction.

Inside, the principle dashboard moulding is shared, however the Veloz will get its personal central air conditioning vent design. Above that may be a 9.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system that’s completely different from the Alza’s, even when the 9.0″ measurement is analogous. Toyota’s HU helps wi-fi Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, whereas the Alza tops out at wired Android Auto on the highest AV.

Whereas the digital meter panel and steering wheel are shared, every model makes use of its personal single-zone digital AC management panel. You’ll see that the Toyota’s panel has two spherical knobs and an automated perform – the Alza’s panel, which is from the Ativa, has no auto local weather management, however there are two reminiscence positions. The Veloz additionally provides on a Qi wi-fi cellphone charger behind the gear lever.

The Alza AV has a somewhat distinctive two-tone sprint with darkish pink because the distinction color – that is gentle gray within the Veloz. The Toyota’s door playing cards are additionally completely different – notice the chunky door pulls like what we see within the Ativa/Rocky/Raize; this isn’t current within the Alza. The Veloz additionally seems to have blue ambient lighting on the doorways and centre stack.

Additionally – and this is usually a important merchandise for some – the Veloz is ready to return with telescopic adjustment for its steering. The Alza’s wheel solely adjusts for tilt. Count on the Toyota to have a keyless entry sensor on the passenger door deal with. Perodua usually omits this – it’s contact as soon as on the motive force’s aspect to unlock it, contact twice to unlock all doorways.

There must be some trim variations as effectively. We see that the leather-based seats on the Veloz have a special quilted sample, and the chairs don’t have the pink bits from the Alza AV, clearly. The highest Alza’s seats are part-leather with some cloth sections – the Veloz’s chairs are absolutely lined in leather-based. There may be further soft-touch padding too – we’ll see.

That’s all we’ve for now primarily based on what has been revealed. Suspension apart, each DNGA-based sisters are comparable beneath the pores and skin, sharing the identical Perodua-made 1.5L Twin VVT-i engine and D-CVT gearbox with guide mode. Within the Alza, the Euro 4 2NR-VE makes 105 hp and 138 Nm of torque at 4,200 rpm, which is 3 hp and 1 Nm greater than within the Myvi (102 hp/137 Nm). Auto start-stop is normal.

The Alza has selectable Drive Modes the place the motive force can select between Regular, Eco and Energy modes through a ‘DRIVE’ steering button on the proper spoke. This must also be on the Veloz. P2 claims gasoline consumption of twenty-two km/l in what it calls the Malaysian Driving Cycle, which supposedly displays native circumstances. It’s 18.9 km/l within the extra acquainted NEDC. Count on barely greater FC on the heavier Veloz, which additionally rolls on greater wheels.

Security-wise, the Alza comes with Perodua’s Superior Security Help (ASA) 3.0, which incorporates Pre-collision Warning (PCW, automobile 4-120 km/h, pedestrian 4-60 km/h), Pre-collision Braking (PCB or AEB, automobile 4-120 km/h, pedestrian 4-60 km/h), Entrance Departure Alert and Pedal Misoperation Management.

There’s additionally Lane Departure Warning and Prevention, Lane Hold Management and Adaptive Cruise Management. ACC now comes with what P2 calls a “Cease, Maintain/Observe perform”, generally generally known as low velocity comply with or site visitors jam help. The Veloz must be getting the identical security package deal and 6 airbags, branded as Toyota Security Sense.

In comparison with the opposite pair of Perodua-Toyota seven-seater twins – the Aruz and Rush – the differentiation right here is larger by way of tools and physique panels, inside and outside. For individuals who have half a thoughts on changing the Alza into “a Toyota”, it is going to be a lot tougher than the Ativa-Raize bumper job, though I don’t see a lot incentive on condition that there’s nothing JDM about this Toyota.

So, all of the above plus the Toyota model for round RM20k extra over the RM75,500 Alza – what’s your take? Additionally, model apart, which of the 2 seems do you favor?

GALLERY: Toyota Veloz, Malaysia-spec

GALLERY: 2022 Perodua Alza AV