Kereta Alza

Alza The Best MPV

noreply@blogger.com (Ie Joy) — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 01:12:00 +0000

IT sells some 7,000 units every month, is relatively cheap and has ample room for five passengers. It has a preppy engine and looks smart. It’s not expensive to maintain and retains its resale value. It’s not surprising therefore that the Perodua Myvi is the best-selling car in the country.

But what the Myvi lacks is decent rear boot space – which is particularly felt during the balik kampung ride during the festive season, or as the kids in the family grow bigger and bigger.

The Perodua Alza can take up to seven passengers without too much of a squeeze.

Would making a bigger Myvi be a step in the right direction?

Absolutely, say the people at Perodua, who feel they have a found winning formula in the Alza, a multi-purpose vehicle launched on Monday.

Looking much like a stretched, raised and pumped up Myvi, the new MPV has three rows of seats and can seat seven – its key attraction.

Alza, which is Spanish for “rise”, is also synonymous with “amplify, enhance and heighten”. The vehicle is slightly higher than the Myvi and has been stretched by 455mm, Its wheelbase is also longer by 310mm; in fact, it is close to the Toyota Camry – a good indication of its interior space.

Perodua managing director Datuk Syed Hafiz Syed Abu Bakar says the Alza, with its flexible seating configuration, can be turned into a car with a big boot when you don’t need the extra back seats for seven passengers.

“It’s like Superman. It becomes that when you need it,” Syed Hafiz said at a media preview of the MPV in Putrajaya earlier this month.

The introduction of the Alza is part of the second national carmaker’s dynamic move to offer vehicles that meet current motoring trends.

With the average size of most Malaysian families shrinking to four from six, Syed Hafiz says the majority of its potential customers don’t actually need a huge MPV.

“It just has to be a vehicle with the right amount of interior space. A size that is too large will also make the MPV clumsy and difficult to drive on narrow roads,” he says.

The Alza shares its underpinnings with the Daihatsu Boon Luminas and Toyota Passo Sette seven-seaters. Under the bonnet is a twin camshaft with dynamic variable valve timing (DVVT) 1.5-litre engine code named 3SZ-VE, similar to the type in the Toyota Avanza and Perodua Nautica.

The nifty utility box behind the steering wheel for storing
small items.

Tuned for fuel economy, the Azla’s power is rated at 104bhp at 6,000rpm or five horses short of the Avanza and Nautica’s 109bhp. However, its maximum torque of 136Nm is the same as that of theirs.

“As the Alza is not too heavy at 1.1 tonne, its power-to-weight ratio with a 1.5-litre engine is pretty good,” says Syed Hafiz.

Transmission options are the four-speed automatic and five-speed manual while trim levels are the Standard and Premium. Front and rear brake set-ups are discs and drums, respectively, on both grades.

Front suspension is the MacPherson type while the rear uses the torsion beam with stabiliser bar.

Inside, the Alza comes in grey and light grey, with a centrally located instrument cluster that features a trip computer with readouts of average fuel consumption and how far you can go before the tank empties.

The temperature gauge is missing but the fuel gauge, speedometer and tachometer are still there.

With its higher roofline, the Alza gets more headroom for an airier feel.

The gearshift for the automatic is console-mounted, while that for the manual is located on the floor between the driver and front passenger. This arrangement allows the automatic variant to come with bench-type front seats with a 60:40 split, a feature rarely found in locally available MPVs.

In essence, the front passenger can slide over to the driver’s seat without having to get out of the MPV – useful when taking over the wheel after dropping someone off.

In our opinion, the third row seats are more suitable for children although adults can squeeze in there.

Sleek, streamlined and downright trendy!

The second row seats are fitted on rails and can slide forward by 150mm to provide more legroom for third row passengers.

What’s more, the three rows of seats can be folded for a flat configuration.

Cup and bottle holders are scattered around the MPV, on the door pockets and armrests.

Although not equipped with air-conditioner vents for the second and third row seats, Perodua claims that the Alza has a more powerful cooling coil and blower fan than the Myvi.

“We have conducted tests and can say that third-row passengers will have enough cool air, even on hot days,” says Perodua Sales Sdn Bhd operation director Ahmad Suhaimi Mohd Anuar.

In addition, the Alza gets all-round ultraviolet protected glass that cuts down UV rays by 91%.

At the media preview, we get to try out both automatic and manual variants at Putrajaya. With four persons on board, performance on an uphill slope is still adequate but one has to remember that this is an MPV, and the engine needs to be revved a bit more.

Once speed has built up, however, little effort is needed to keep the vehicle on the move. The five-speed manual gives us a gutsier performance since the better spaced gear ratios allow for better use of the engine powerband.

The clutch pedal is not heavy and we reckon it won’t tire out our left foot when inching through a traffic jam.

According to Perodua, the Alza with automatic transmission promises a low fuel consumption of 12.7km per litre of petrol or roughly 14 sen per km on RON95 fuel. The manual variant is even more frugal – 15.5km per litre of fuel.

Available features across the Standard and Premium grades are headlights with projector elements, grille with chrome garnishing, LED tail lights and 185/55/R15 tyres.

The Premium variant has additional features like dual front air bags, anti-lock braking system with electronic brake force distribution and brake assist, fog lights, tail spoiler, audio system with Bluetooth/USB support and leather steering wheel with audio controls.

The trunk comes with a luggage lamp, an item that is sorely lacking in Myvis.

Available colours are solid Ivory White and metallic Medallion Grey, Glittering Silver, Ebony Black and Pearl White. The Premium variant gets the additional metallic Classy Purple.

Prices on the road start at RM56,000 for the Standard manual to RM64,000 for the Premium automatic.

The Advanced variant – delivery of which starts in March – will cost RM6,000 over the Premium version and will feature additional goodies such as body kits, leather seats, tinted windows, a satellite navigation system and reverse camera.

Car's Workshop DIY

noreply@blogger.com (Ie Joy) — Fri, 03 Jan 2014 07:33:00 +0000

How to Remove a Rear Bumper

Car accidents can leave your car damaged and unsightly. The most typical accident is a bumper to bumper collision. Most bumpers on vehicles today are made out of plastic and they crack and break easily. It takes about as much work and the same cost to repair a bumper as it does to install a new bumper. Removing a rear bumper is simple with the correct tools and techniques.

Instructions

- 1. Open the trunk of your vehicle. Unscrew all the screws on the inside plastic trim that covers your bumper to trunk connection.
- 2. Pry the plastic piece out with a flathead screwdriver. You will expose the bolts that attach the rear bumper to the trunk.
- 3. Unscrew the bolts connecting to the inside of your rear bumper. There should be four bolts.
- 4. Unscrew the two to four screws connecting to your bumper from the inside of the rear wheel tire wells. These screws are on the area of the tire well that is closet to the bumper.
- 5. Slide under the rear of your car. Use a flathead screwdriver to pop the plastic rivets out of place along the underside of the rear bumper. There should be four to six rivets.
- 6. Squat behind your car and firmly pull the bumper off. There will popping plastic sounds, this is the pop-in-place plastic rivets that are the last pieces that hold your rear bumper in place.

How to Install a Starter Push Button Switch

Push button switches can be used used to activate the starter in cars, trucks, and tractors. When an ignition switch has a defective start position a push button can be used instead of replacing the defective switch. This might be done if the car is so old a replacement for the ignition switch was either unavailable or prohibitively expensive, for example. Where the security of a key lock isn't important, such as a race car or a tractor, push button switches are used to control the starter and a simple toggle switch handles turning the ignition on and off.

Instructions

- 1. Disconnect the vehicle battery negative cable from the battery.
- 2. Determine the best location for the push button switch. It should be in an area of the dashboard which can be easily reached by the driver.
- 3. Use an electric drill and a drill bit of sufficient size to drill a hole large enough to mount the switch. Check your switch for the size as it can vary from one brand to another.
- 4. Locate the starter solenoid. It will be found under the hood and on the inner fender, such as the one in the photo, or it will be built on to the starter.
- 5. Strip approximately 1/4 inch of insulation from one end of the 14 gauge wire. Using the crimping tool, crimp a solderless terminal of the type necessary to fit the lugs on the back of your push button switch to the stripped end of this wire. Attach to the switch. Run the wire through the firewall and out to the solenoid.
- 6. Install a solderless terminal which will fit the solenoid terminal to the wire and attach to the solenoid.
- 7. Fabricate a second wire and attach it to the switch. Connect the opposite end to a 12 volt power source or directly to the positive terminal of the vehicle battery.
- 8. Mount the switch in the dash board and reconnect the vehicle battery.

New Perodua Plant And Start Operation Q3 Next Year

noreply@blogger.com (Ie Joy) — Fri, 03 Jan 2014 00:35:00 +0000

Perodua Will Be Unveiled Its Latest Model Next Year ?

PERUSAHAAN Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd (Perodua) said its latest model, which will be unveiled next year, will be the first model to be manufactured at its new plant in Sungai Choh, Rawang.

The RM790 million new plant is adjacent to the carmaker's existing manufacturing facility.

The plant will be operational in the third quarter of next year and is expected to boost production by 100,000 units to 300,000 units per year.

The latest model, which is expected to be the cheapest in the market, will be using a new engine which is more fuel-efficient, compared with the three current models - Viva, MyVi and Alza.

"Cheap or not, it is related to time. We are targeting for it to reach a certain cost so that we can price it at a certain level, and make it affordable," said Perodua president and chief executive officer Datuk Aminar Rashid Salleh at the "Majlis Riang Ria 20 tahun Perodua" here yesterday.

Asked whether the new model will replace the current Viva line-up, Aminar said the company has not decided on the matter.

"Our hope and our plan is that the new model will create a new market. Whether we will continue with the existing Viva is something we will continue to discuss," he said.

Aminar Rashid said Perodua had completed its feasibility study on compact sedans.

"We will continue to produce compact cars and leverage on our strength as a compact car maker," he stressed.

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Which One To Choose, Viva or Myvi?

noreply@blogger.com (Ie Joy) — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 07:06:00 +0000

Viva Vs Myvi ?

Many people asking to themselves which one to choose, Myvi or Viva?
If Perodua Myvi, 1.0cc or 1.3cc? if Viva, 660 or 850 or 1.0 cc?
It is depends on you, on your budget or target. If your budget is low, and your targetting the lowest fuel consumption for going to work everyday, then Perodua Viva 660 is the best choice. Perodua now only have few car models after stopping the production of Kancil, Kelisa and Kenari which has been replaced with Viva 660cc, 850cc and 1.0cc.

Many have done a few test drive of all the models of Myvi and Viva. For Viva, the 850cc version has the moderate pickup like normal car and the 1.0cc Viva have extra or should we say over pick up due to too large engine capacity on a small and light car. That makes the fuel consumption higher for the 3 cylinder DOHC DVVT engine.

The auto transmission for 1.0cc Viva only has 3 speed gear instead of 4 speed on a normal automatic transmission car. That contribute to higher fuel consumption. If you ask me, which one is best? I would suggest the Viva 850cc manual, enough power to weight and fuel efficient. But if you prefer automatic, then you have no choice to get the 1.0 engine. Need the best fuel efficiency? Then Viva 660 will be the one but don’t expect anything on the performance.

For Perodua Myvi, 1.0cc only available in manual transmission with 3 cylinder engine compare to the 1.3cc version which has 4 cylinder and more efficient. But driving the Myvi 1.0cc manual, it has enough power and amazingly has no disappointment when you need the performance. Off course the Myvi 1.3 have better performance and have the better fuel consumption after I made a survey from several user due to the 4 cylinder smoother engine. The auto version also has a good pickup for 1.3 litre engine car.

Fuel Consumption of Alza

noreply@blogger.com (Ie Joy) — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 06:37:00 +0000

Advantages and Fuel Consumption of Alza

Let's review once more regarding Perodua Alza, with little more comparison.

Perodua Alza is the second Malaysian MPV which is launched by Perodua after the launch of Proton Exora by Proton. The target market for this Perodua Alza is mainly for average income potential buyer who needs an MPV to fit a big family numbers with low budget and monthly payment. Perodua Alza can be categorised as compact MPV 7 seater while Exora is a large MPV 7 seater.

Alza is extended version of Myvi? For the first impression, when we look at the Perodua Alza, it really reminds us on Myvi that has been extended. But when we enter the cabin of Perodua Alza, it is slightly bigger and taller than Myvi.

The new colour introduced by Perodua for the Perodua Alza MPV are really attractive especially the Classy Purple and the Special Metallic colour. The interior finishing is simple, not a bit luxury like Exora but still can accommodate 7 passenger inside. Even at the last row can be seated by 2 adult but with small legroom.

The advantage of Perodua Alza is the second row seat that can be slide fore and aft and the power to weight ratio is better due to the weight of the Perodua Alza is only around 1150kg only. Just like a Sedan car weight but has extended body for third row seat behind. But the boot space is absolutely small and just enough for you to put small stuff. There are many compartment inside the Perodua Alza cabin at the dashboard, door panel and under the seat.

Perodua Alza MPV has no aircond vent on the second and third row and only rely on the main aircond vent from the front.

How about the Perodua Alza fuel consumption? Basically with 1.5 litre engine, the consumption is slightly same with a Sedan car with 1.5 litre DVVT engine like Toyota Vios but it can be more fuel consuming when you fit more than 5 person inside. It is slightly around 10 km/l - 13 km/l or RM0.138 to rm0.18 per kilometer.

Review About Perodua Alza Advanced Version

noreply@blogger.com (Ie Joy) — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 03:33:00 +0000

Take A Look At Perodua Alza Advanced Version

UPDATE: Car has now been officially unveiled. Full live gallery added

Perodua has moments ago officially revealed the new Alza Advanced Version at KL Hilton, where we’re attending a first half performance review briefing. As its name implies, this is a fully kitted up version of the Alza MPV with new features.

This new range topping Alza does not bring any mechanical changes, but adds on some cool features. The highlight here is an integrated six-inch touch screen multimedia system, which includes GPS navigation and a reverse camera. The latter has coloured parking guidelines.

The GPS map is provided by Telekom Malaysia. One can also search for TM WiFi hotspots, Perodua outlets and search the Yellow Pages via the ICE system, which supports mini USB, SD cards, DVD (only when stationary for safety), Bluetooth and MP3/WMA.

Apart from the headline ICE system, the latest Alza Advanced comes with new leather seats with what Perodua calls Luxvelvet finish. All glass panels are tinted. The film is Smart Tag and GPS friendly, and has a three-year warranty. PVC coil mats are also in the package.

As for the exterior, the Advanced comes with the familiar bodykit consisting of front and rear bumper extensions, side skirts and a tailgate spoiler. There’s also a new Advanced Version grade mark, P2 speak for emblem.

Available in three colours – Mystical Purple, Ebony Black, Ivory White – the new Alza Advanced Version (automatic transmission only) is priced at RM69,503.50 for solid white and RM70,003.50 for the other two metallic colours. There is no price increase over the previous version.

Perodua Alza SR Discussion

noreply@blogger.com (Ie Joy) — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 03:30:00 +0000

Perodua Alza SR Review

Perodua has introduced a new variant of its MPV called Alza SR. SR stands for “Smart Ride” and this is an entry level variant positioned below the Standard and Advanced spec. It is available for viewing and booking at all 178 Perodua showrooms nationwide now.

Selling for between RM53,013.50 and RM56,513.50 on-the-road with insurance in Peninsular Malaysia, the new variant, available in BX Manual and BZ Auto spec, is Myvi SE priced. Previously, the cheapest Alza was the Alza GX Manual at 55,503.50, so this new one lowers the entry price by about RM2,500.

“The introduction of the Alza SR variant will make it even more affordable for Malaysian consumers looking to upgrade to a more spacious vehicle. Our customers like the versatility and functionality that Alza offers and do not mind having less features available compared with the standard and other variants. However, it does not mean we have compromised on the safety and the aesthetics of the Alza SR,” Perodua MD Datuk Aminar Rashid Salleh said.

Under the hood, nothing has changed, but what’s the difference is spec? The Alza SR makes do with “UV protected glass” on the windscreen only, as opposed to on all glass panels, and there’s no rear wiper. The wing mirrors are manually operated. Fog lamps, airbags, ABS, EBD and BA are unavailable, but that’s the case for the 1.5 SX and EZ as well, so it’s expected.

Note that in the Alza SR automatic, the parking brake has been moved to between the front seats (it’s foot operated in other auto Alzas), and the front seats are separated, not bench style. For the manual variant, there’s no change in layout.

The Alza SR comes in three colours: Glittering Silver, Ivory White and a new hue, Mystical Purple. Perodua targets to sell about 400 units of the Alza SR monthly, which will take up around 13% of Alza’s monthly sales.

Alza 1.5 BX Manual (Solid) – RM53,013.50
Alza 1.5 BX Manual (Metallic) – RM53,513.50
Alza 1.5 BZ Auto (Solid) – RM56,013.50
Alza 1.5 BZ Auto (Metallic) – RM56,513.50

New Perodua Alza To Be Launched

noreply@blogger.com (Ie Joy) — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 03:19:00 +0000

New Alza 2014 From PERODUA

There’s a new Perodua on the horizon and it’s the new Perodua Alza, which promises a number of new features and upgrades. As revealed on its official website, the new Alza is set for launch next month, and along with that, the booking for the new MPV has now opened. The upcoming Perodua Alza appears to come with a sportier exterior, an impression created by a new bumper design shown in the teaser.

The interior of the new Alza receives a number of upgrades including a monotone black finishing, a new meter design, a new multimedia system integrated with navigation and reverse camera system, a roof-mounted monitor, as well as split-folding third row seats. In addition to that, the new Perodua Alza also adds an ISOFIX system, which was absent on the previous model, and a new armrest with storage compartment.

At the moment, Perodua has yet to release the detailed specs and prices of the new Alza. However, with all the new features tacked on, you can expect a slight bump on the price tag. Stay tuned to Live Life Drive for more updates on the new Alza these coming weeks.

Perodua Alza Facelift 2014

noreply@blogger.com (Ie Joy) — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 02:19:00 +0000

New Perodua Alza Facelift Specs

It is the new Perodua Alza 2014 we are after. Many leaked photos of the facelifted Alza SE/AV has found their ways to internet lately. It is hardly surprising as Perodua Alza is one of the most popular MPV in Malaysian market. Nearly every streets has one. It has become a default choice for the household, even when the family size is hardly growing. Newly weds, 1-kid small family all opted for this mini-MPV, especially after its first 2 years of launching. I just don't know why, but I too was one of them.

Perodua launched this sub-MPV late in 2009 and now time has come for Perodua Alza facelift. It will be introduced in January next year as a 2014 Perodua Alza, with a rationalize model line-up from the base to the top-line Perodua Alza Advanced.

Perodua announced yesterday that the new Perodua Alza 2014 will be available from January. Teaser is up too in the websites. Tagged as "The Alza For Everyone", clearly the 2014 Perodua Alza is set to receive a revised cosmetics, enhanced equipment level and more practicality, such as split folded 3rd row seat.

Thanks to the leaked sales material (all sources can be found at the end of the post), we now know that there is going to be 3 version of 2014 Perodua Alza, namely Perodua Alza Standard, Perodua Alza SE and Perodua Alza AV. The Alza S will be discontinued and thus one can expect the new facelifted Perodua Alza Standard to receive a very competitive pricing.

As for the exterior, all variants will receive new bumper design, revised headlight graphic, revised tail gate garnish, new rear bumper and revised rear combi coloring. The version seen above based on leaked photo is the top-line 2014 Perodua Alza Advanced, sporting exclusive new alloy wheels, all around skirting, clear lens rear combi and rear spoiler. Perodua Alza Standard will have none of those, but the chromed front grille will remain.

For the interior, from the earlier leaked photo we already know that Perodua has re-engineered the 2011 Perodua Myvi gearknob to fit into new Perodua Alza gear console. They have revised the paneling surrounding it too, encompassing a garnished surfaced for both gear console and airconditioning control panel. The car seen above is 2014 Perodua Alza AV. The new Perodua Alza SE will feature red-theme fabric upholstery as seen in Perodua official teaser covering both seats and door trims. The new steering wheel from 2011 Myvi introduced earlier will remains, although only Alza AV will feature the steering wheel button.

The new features however is the change of cabin color for 2014 Perodua Alza Standard, the interior will be two-tone, with beige lower portion, including the seats! Seems Perodua has taken the leaf out from its owner in offering beige cabin in the cheaper variant. 2014 Perodua Alza SE and AV will be monotone black cabin. The automatic version will get new armrest with storage space, while the ISOFIX slot, 50/50 split 3rd row seat will be standard across the board. Roof mounted DVD player is Alza AV spesific, so is the leather upholstery. Multimedia touch screen audio system is available on all bar the Alza Standard.

Safety wise, apart from the aforementioned ISOFIX, all variants will get dual SRS as standard. Opting for Alza SE and AV buys your ABS with EBD. The new Perodua Alza can now be booked at your nearest Perodua outlet and will be delivered starting from January.