The good alternative should offer:
* Good ergonomics in the cockpit and cabin
* Standup cabin like the S61/S92.
* 5 blades like the EC225
* Performance in accordance with PC1
* De-icing, just in case, even though normal operations into known icing is not a preferred option
* Digital autopilot and flight director with quick and direct control of flight path, like the AS332L2 AND EC225, not like the S92A, which is a bit mushy
* Air conditioning, separate for the cockpit and cabin
* All sorts of bells and whistles to enhance work environment and reduce work loads, as well as impress wives, girlfriends and kids
* Etc.....
That would be the AS332 Mk3, pity they scrapped the project
(the 225 was known internally as the Mk2 plus)