Perodua Alza Explained

The Perodua Alza is a B-segment^[1] multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) produced by Malaysian car manufacturer Perodua. The first-generation model, based on the Daihatsu Boon Luminas, was launched in November 2009 as the company's first purpose-built MPV. The second-generation model that was introduced in 2022 is based on the W100 series Daihatsu Xenia.

The name "Alza" is derived from the Spanish verb "alzar", which means "to rise". The name came from an internal competition held amongst Perodua's staff during the car's development phase.^[2]

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First generation (M500; 2009)

See main article: Perodua Alza (first generation).

The first-generation Alza, which is based on the Daihatsu Boon Luminas or Toyota Passo Sette was launched on 23 November 2009 and sold until 2022.

Second generation (W150; 2022)

The second-generation Alza, which is based on the W100 series Daihatsu Xenia, was introduced in 2022. Received the "W150" model designation, it is assembled alongside the Malaysian market Toyota Veloz.^[3]

Notes and References

1. News: Lim . Anthony . 2021-11-12 . Perodua Alza production to come to an end after 12 years, with final build of 1,100 units in January 2022 . . Driven Communications . Malaysia . 2022-06-23.
2. Web site: Pemenang Nama Alza . Berita Semasa.
3. News: Aman . Azanis Shahila . 2022-06-24 . All-new Toyota Veloz launching soon, open for booking . New Straits Times . . Malaysia . 2022-06-24.