Perodua has exported its latest model, Perodua Traz to Sri Lanka along with the company’s top selling Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) model, Perodua Alza.
Perodua President and Chief Executive Officer Dato’ Sri Zainal Abidin Ahmad said Sri Lanka remains one of Perodua’s largest export market, with over 20,000 of its models sold in that market since 1997.
Dato’ Sri Zainal said that Perodua is actively exporting its Completely Build-Up models to six (6) countries namely Brunei, Fiji, Mauritius, Bangladesh, Papua New Guinea as well as Sri Lanka.
“We are also looking to export our Pre-Owned Vehicles, so far we have expanded our market to include Timor Leste this year,” he said.
On the new launch in Sri Lanka, a special introductory price for the Traz is offered to the first 50 customers for Rs. 19,950,000 (with Body Kit) (RM243,090) and Rs. 19,200,000 (without Body Kit) (RM233,957.23), while for Perodua Alza, it is priced at Rs. 19,950,000 (RM243,090). All prices are inclusive of VAT.
Group Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of United Motors Lanka PLC Mr. Chanaka Yatawara said since the lifting of vehicle import restrictions in 2025, the company has sold close to 3,000 vehicles, clearly demonstrating the strong trust Sri Lankan customers continue to place in the brand.
“Supported by Perodua’s proven manufacturing capabilities and the United Motors Group’s extensive sales and service network, we are confident that the Traz and Alza will further strengthen this trust among Sri Lankan families and businesses,” he said.
An exceptional accounting student was killed in an accident involving six vehicles on the Hulu Langat – Ampang road on Sunday.
According to the District Police Chief of Kajang, Assistant Commissioner Naazron Abdul Yusof, the accident, which involved four motorcycles and two cars, occurred at 4:45 PM.
At the time of the incident, four motorcycles were carrying six individuals, including two passengers, while a car was travelling from Hulu Langat towards Ampang.
“A Perodua Alza coming from the direction of Ampang veered into the opposite lane and collided with all five vehicles, causing one of the motorcyclists to be thrown off and fall by the roadside.
“As a result of the accident, a 20-year-old man riding a motorcycle was pronounced dead at the scene.
“Five other motorcyclists and passengers were injured and taken to Ampang Hospital for treatment,” he stated.
He added that the drivers of both cars were uninjured. All individuals involved in the accident were aged between 17 and 38.
“At present, we are conducting further investigations into how the Perodua Alza ended up in the opposite lane.
“The vehicles involved will be sent for inspection at the PUSPAKOM and the Department of Chemistry for further investigation,” he said.
Naazron noted that the driver of the Perodua Alza, a 27-year-old man, has been detained and will be remanded today, with the case being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.
“Members of the public who have information regarding the incident can contact the investigating officer, Inspector Narolhisyam Endi, at 019-5897115,” he added.
For the information of readers, the late Aysar Zahran bin Saiful Alimin, who tragically lost his life in this accident, was a former student of the Sekolah Menengah Sains Hulu Selangor (SEMASHUR).
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The Mitsubishi Xpander, despite arriving late to the market, has managed to maintain its position as the best-selling non-national MPV model.
With the launch of its facelift model just a few months ago, Xpander is poised to further strengthen its influence, particularly among the ‘cool dad’ demographic.
For those seeking a family car, a 7-seater MPV is one of the suitable options in Malaysia.
Aside from the Xpander, which other MPV models can be considered?
The Xpander directly competes with three other MPV models, namely the Perodua Alza, Perodua Aruz, and Toyota Veloz, all within a price range of around RM100,000, following the discontinuation of models such as the Honda BR-V, Nissan Grand Livina, and Proton Exora.
So, what sets the Xpander apart from its three competitors?
1. Price
Here is a comparison of the selling prices for the Xpander, Alza, Aruz, and Veloz:
Mitsubishi Xpander: RM99,980
Toyota Veloz: RM95,000
Perodua Aruz: RM72,900
Perodua Alza: RM62,500
2. Dimensions
In terms of size, the Xpander has an advantage due to its larger dimensions compared to its competitors.
Here are the dimensional comparisons for the four MPV models:
Xpander: 4,475 mm x 1,750 mm x 1,720 mm (WB: 2,775 mm)
Veloz: 4,475 mm x 1,750 mm x 1,700 mm (WB: 2,750 mm)
Aruz: 4,435 mm x 1,695 mm x 1,705 mm (WB: 2,685 mm)
Alza: 4,425 mm x 1,730 mm x 1,670 mm (WB: 2,750 mm)
Based on this comparison, the Xpander excels in width and height, as well as having a longer wheelbase, contributing to a more spacious cabin.
3. Cargo Space
All MPV models come with a three-row seating arrangement, but the cargo space provided in the back is relatively limited, and you may need to fold down the third-row seats.
The Xpander offers a standard rear space of 495 liters, whereas other competitors like the Aruz provide only 213 liters.
Alza and Veloz share a similar cargo space of 137 liters each.
4. Engine Performance
In terms of power, all four models are equipped with a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated engine.
Except for the Aruz, which comes with a rear-wheel drive (RWD) setup, the other three models utilize a front-wheel drive (FWD) configuration.
The three listed MPV models have advantages regarding safety features, leaving a significant gap in comparison to the Xpander.
As standard, the Aruz, Alza, and Veloz are equipped with six airbags, not to mention advanced safety features such as Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), collision warnings, and seatbelt reminders.
Both Alza and Veloz come with additional features like steering correction, front vehicle movement warnings, pedal malfunction warnings, and rear cross-traffic alerts, making these two models particularly appealing.
In contrast, the Xpander offers basic safety features, including two airbags, without any advanced safety technologies.
Regardless of the advantages and disadvantages of each model, we are confident that you have your own reasons for making your choice that aligns with your budget and needs.
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