Verdict
The QV-E costs RM69,999, RM2,901 less than the RM72,900 Aruz, and its 201 hp/285 Nm motor dwarfs the Aruz’s 101 hp/133 Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine. It also brings a 52.5 kWh battery rated for 370 km, but budget for the RM215 monthly BaaS battery rental for nine years. The Aruz remains the practical people-carrier: seven seats, rear air-con vents and a full-size spare suit bigger families. The QV-E counters with 320 litres of boot space, versus 213 litres, plus adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera coverage.
Pick the Perodua Aruz if you need seven seats, rear air-con vents and a full-size spare tyre for family duties.
Pick the Perodua QV-E if you want 201 hp EV performance, a 370 km rated range and a far stronger driver-assistance package.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Aruz RM72,900; Perodua QV-E RM69,999.
- Power and torque: Perodua Aruz 101 hp and 133 Nm; Perodua QV-E 201 hp and 285 Nm.
- Seating: Perodua Aruz seven seats; Perodua QV-E five seats.
- Boot space: Perodua Aruz 213 litres; Perodua QV-E 320 litres.
- Length: Perodua Aruz 4,435 mm; Perodua QV-E 4,170 mm.
- Wheels: Perodua Aruz 17-inch alloys; Perodua QV-E 18-inch alloys.
Aruz
- Seven seats and rear air-con vents.
- Full-size 17-inch alloy spare tyre.
- 45-litre petrol tank and 6.4 L/100 km rated economy.
- No autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control or blind-spot information system.
- 213-litre boot is 107 litres smaller.
- 101 hp and 133 Nm trail the QV-E’s 201 hp and 285 Nm.
QV-E
- 201 hp, 285 Nm motor and 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- ASA 3.0 braking, adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera.
- 320-litre boot, 10.25-inch screen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
- Five seats versus the Aruz’s seven.
- No rear air-con vents.
- Tyre repair kit instead of the Aruz’s full-size spare wheel.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM72,900 | RM69,999✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM160 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 101 hp | — |
| Torque | 133 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 72 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 285 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 52.5 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 370 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 60 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4 Speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 6.4 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | — | 165 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,435 mm | 4,170 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,502 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,685 mm | 2,680 mm |
| Weight | 1,300 kg | 1,600 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 213 litres | 320 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Alloy | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001A | Atlas A3 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Live Axle with Coil Springs | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Black Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Black Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | RM215 a month for BaaS battery rental (inclusive of tax, and for nine years) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats. |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, ASA 3.0 Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors | LED Projectors with LED Light Bar |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED with LED Light Bar |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, manual recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con (digital controls with memory function) | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Last Row | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 3 Front, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 7.0" Touchscreen Radio DVD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth and 6 speakers | 10.25" Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up/Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Automatic Door-Lock Past 20 km/h | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 6 years✓ |
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.
Used Aruz & QV-E for sale
Aruz vs QV-E FAQ
Is the Perodua Aruz or Perodua QV-E better?
The QV-E is better for performance, EV range, boot capacity and active safety technology. Choose the Aruz if carrying up to seven people and having rear air-con vents matter more than the QV-E’s 370 km rated range.
What is the price difference?
The QV-E is RM2,901 cheaper upfront at RM69,999 against RM72,900 for the Aruz. QV-E buyers also have an RM215 monthly BaaS battery rental, inclusive of tax, for nine years.
Which one is more practical for a larger family?
The Aruz is the clear choice for a larger family because it has seven seats, 7 three-point seat belts, rear air-con vents and a full-size spare tyre. The QV-E seats five, although its boot is larger at 320 litres.
