Perodua Alza D55L Malaysia Guide — 2022+
Perodua Alza · 2022–present (D55L)
- •1st gen (2010–2021): 1.5L 3SZ-VE / 1NR-VE, 4AT — older, reliable, simpler but no DNGA
- •2nd gen (2022+): 1.5L NR-VE, D-CVT, DNGA platform, ASA 3.0, better crash rating — significant upgrade
- •Buy 2nd gen if budget allows — DNGA stiffness and ASA 3.0 are meaningful safety improvements
Perodua Model Generations — Malaysia Guide
Perodua has evolved significantly across generations — newer models have substantially better safety and features. When buying used, note: 3rd gen Myvi (2018+) introduced ASA and D-CVT; Axia facelift (2023+) brought VSC and improved safety rating to 5-star ASEAN NCAP. For Ativa/Alza/Aruz, these are all current-generation vehicles with DNGA platform benefits. Older pre-2017 models lack VSC/ESC — a significant safety consideration for Malaysian highway driving.