Verdict
These two B-segment cars take very different routes. The Perodua Traz is the family-focused choice, with six airbags, blind-spot monitoring, steering correction, rear air-con vents and a 9.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Its 1,655 mm height and 17-inch wheels also deliver the SUV stance many buyers want. The Nissan Almera counters with 152 Nm from 2,600 rpm, a 482-litre boot and RM20 annual road tax, making it the more tax-friendly sedan for those who value low-rev pull and luggage space.
Pick the Nissan Almera if you want 152 Nm at 2,600 rpm, a 482-litre boot and RM20 annual road tax in a sedan.
Pick the Perodua Traz if you need SUV height, six airbags, rear air-con vents and substantially fuller driver-assistance equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan Almera RM83,888; Perodua Traz RM76,100.
- Annual road tax: Nissan Almera RM20; Perodua Traz RM120.
- Torque: Nissan Almera 152 Nm at 2,600 rpm; Perodua Traz 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm.
- Safety airbags: Nissan Almera 2; Perodua Traz 6.
- Boot space: Nissan Almera 482 litres; Perodua Traz 471 litres.
- Height: Nissan Almera 1,460 mm; Perodua Traz 1,655 mm.
Almera
- 152 Nm arrives at 2,600 rpm
- 482-litre boot is 11 litres larger
- RM20 annual road tax and unlimited-mileage five-year warranty
- Only two airbags versus the Traz's six
- No blind-spot monitoring, steering correction or reverse camera
- No rear air-con vents; audio is a radio with four speakers
Traz
- Six airbags, blind-spot monitoring and steering correction
- Rear air-con vents and five USB ports
- 9.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- RM120 annual road tax versus RM20
- 138 Nm arrives at 4,200 rpm, versus 152 Nm at 2,600 rpm
- 471-litre boot is 11 litres smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM83,888 | RM76,100✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM20✓ | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 999 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 99 hp at 5,000 rpm | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 152 Nm at 2,600 rpm✓ | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 72.2 mm × 81.3 mm | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Xtronic CVT | — |
| Gears | 1 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.4 L/100 km | — |
| Co2 | 125 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,495 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,740 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,090 kg | 1,145 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 35 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 482 litres✓ | 471 litres |
| Front Tyre | 195/65R15 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/65R15 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full Size 16" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 17" Dual-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 17" Dual-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, ASA 3.0 Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 1 Rear USB | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with 4 Speakers | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Smart Link, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5 Times Free Service | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Almera vs Traz FAQ
Is the Nissan Almera or Perodua Traz better?
The Perodua Traz is the better-equipped family car, with six airbags, blind-spot monitoring, rear air-con vents and a reverse camera. Choose the Nissan Almera for its lower road tax, stronger low-rpm torque and slightly larger boot.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Traz costs RM7,788 less than the Nissan Almera.
Which has more luggage space, the Nissan Almera or Perodua Traz?
The Nissan Almera has the larger boot at 482 litres, compared with 471 litres for the Perodua Traz. The difference is 11 litres.
