The All-New Perodua MPV

The long awaited Perodua MPV is finally here!

I didn’t get to go as I was not feeling well for the launching.
Must be the “landas” season, been feeling a bit under the weather of late …..

A friend Solomon, from our local Perodua Dealer; Erazoom of Jalan Satok did ask our people to attend the launching yesterday. (23rd of Nov)

Well, we finally went to one of Perodua’s showroom located at Jalan Tun Abg. Openg.
It was a rather wet afternoon, so I didn’t want to try and drive the test unit which is readily made available to anyone who requested it.

The prices given us ranging from RM57,000 – RM72,000..

I didn’t ask how long the “queue” is if you were to place a Booking Fee today?

Compare to Proton’s Exora, this should give them a run for their money because Perodua’s is cheaper though comparatively, smaller in size!

The “ALZA” the chosen name, is running on a 1.5cc DVVT, DOHC 16 valve (4 valves per cylinder) engine with EFI (electronic fuel injection)

It has a 3yr or the 100,000km Manufacturer’s Warranty,whichever comes first!

This time, Perodua only added 1 “new color” that is Classy Purple.

The fuel capacity is only 42 litres, equivalent to today’s gas price if you opt for our RON 95, RM75.60 only!

By the way, ALZA is a Spanish word, I was taken aback why the Management agreed to the name, or is that solely for business reasons?

But then again, why Kelisa, Kancil? I would prefer it “christened” a Malaysian instead of “dan lain-lain?” What say you?

perodua alza photo

Honda Accord Crosstour comes to Austin - First Texas Honda

Nov 23, 2009 – First Texas Honda, Austin’s only locally owned and operated Honda dealership and service center, is excited to announce the arrival of the all new 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour.  Erik Berkman, Vice President of Honda America, described the Crosstour in Car and Driver:  "Our concept is to broaden the appeal of the Accord lineup by leveraging traditional Accord strengths of fun-to-drive performance and handling while also adapting to dramatic shifts in the light truck marketplace.  The Accord Crosstour accomplishes that by offering a modern interpretation of a CUV while integrating the refinement and efficiency of a premium sedan."
The Crosstour is a bold, sporty take on the popular Honda Accord, designed as an optimal blend of utility and performance.  A 271-horse power 3.5-liter V-6 engine and the latest in Honda’s Variable Cylinder Management™ technology give the Crosstour an abundance of power and efficiency, while the vehicle’s advanced handling system and available Real Time™ 4-Wheel Drive, make the drive as comfortable as possible.  Also, with 51.3 cubic feet of cargo room and an easy fold-down 60/40 split rear seatback, the Crosstour quickly and easily accommodates a wide range of space and seating requirements, providing passengers with the same roominess of previous Accords.
The 2010 Crosstour has just landed in the First Texas Honda showroom, so come by the dealership on West Koenig Lane and be the first to experience this new incarnation of the legendary Honda Accord.

Perodua Alza finally launched: a car or an MPV?

Here it is – the new Perodua Alza! We’ve been following the development of this MPV ever since we first got news of its existence back in early 2008, where it was reported that Toyota and Daihatsu were going to build a new MPV and produce it in Indonesia. When the Daihatsu Luxio MPV came out we all got a shock – that more of a van so we waited patiently until Christmas last year when the Toyota Passo Sette was finally unveiled in Japan. Nearly a year later, the Perodua-badged model with a new front, rear and interior is here. Read the full details after the jump

Perodua Alza TV Commercial

I am still putting the finishing touches on my Perodua Alza story. But still, I promised something at 5PM so for now you can enjoy the TV commercial that Perodua have produced for the Perodua Alza. Stay tuned!

Perodua Alza

Perodua Alza 1.5L Standard M/T
Solid – RM55,490
Metallic – RM55,990
S. Metallic – RM56,190

Perodua Alza 1.5L Standard A/T
Solid – RM58,490
Metallic – RM58,990
S. Metallic – RM59,190

Perodua Alza 1.5L Premium M/T
Solid – RM60,490
Metallic – RM60,990
S. Metallic – RM61,190

Perodua Alza 1.5L Premium A/T
Solid – RM63,490
Metallic – RM63,990
S. Metallic – RM64,190

Watch out for the Perodua D46T this evening!

Check back after 5PM today for the full details on the new Perodua D46T MPV set to be launched at KLCC this afternoon.

No doubt nearly all of you have probably already seen how it looks like thanks to the various spyshots floating around the internet, and I know there are some members of the public who saw the full car undisguised in action during our test in Putrajaya earlier this month. Anyway, we’ve got some short driving impressions around Putrajaya for you to accompany the full details and specifications.

I probably should have thought of this earlier – if you have any questions about the Perodua D46T MPV please post them in the comments section here and I’ll try to see if I can answer them in the story at 5PM.