Verdict
The RM1,099 step from the RM68,900 Aruz to the RM69,999 QV-E brings a 201 hp/285 Nm electric motor, 52.5 kWh battery and 370 km range, against the Aruz’s 101 hp/133 Nm 1.5 litre petrol four. The QV-E is 265 mm shorter but 105 mm wider, with a 320-litre boot and much stronger driver assistance. Yet the Aruz carries seven, has rear air-con vents with a blower and a full-size alloy spare. For family load-carrying, it remains the practical call; for five people with charging access, the QV-E is the more advanced machine. Budget RM215 monthly for its nine-year BaaS battery rental.
Pick the Perodua Aruz if you need seven seats, rear air-con for back-row passengers and a full-size spare tyre.
Pick the Perodua QV-E if five seats are enough and you want 201 hp, 370 km of EV range and proper active safety assistance.
Key differences
- Power and torque: Aruz 101 hp and 133 Nm; QV-E 201 hp and 285 Nm.
- Seating: Aruz seven seats; QV-E five seats.
- Boot space: Aruz 213 litres; QV-E 320 litres.
- Energy storage and range: Aruz 45-litre fuel tank and 6.4 L/100 km; QV-E 52.5 kWh battery and 370 km range.
- Size: Aruz 4,435 mm long and 1,695 mm wide; QV-E 4,170 mm long and 1,800 mm wide.
- Annual road tax: Aruz RM120; QV-E RM160.
Aruz
- Seven-seat cabin with a 50:50 split-folding third row.
- Rear air-con vents with a blower.
- Full-size 17-inch alloy spare tyre.
- 101 hp and 133 Nm trail the QV-E’s 201 hp and 285 Nm.
- 213-litre boot is 107 litres smaller than the QV-E’s.
- No autonomous braking, blind spot information system or adaptive cruise control.
QV-E
- 201 hp, 285 Nm motor and 370 km EV range.
- ASA 3.0 braking, blind spot information and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go.
- 320-litre boot, 10.25-inch touchscreen and 360-degree camera.
- Five seats versus the Aruz’s seven.
- No rear air-con vents or blower.
- Tyre repair kit replaces the Aruz’s full-size spare, and the BaaS battery rental is RM215 monthly for nine years.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM68,900✓ | 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 | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 101 hp at 6,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 133 Nm at 4,200 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 72 mm × 91.8 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 | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 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 | 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 five occupants who can charge regularly, thanks to 201 hp, 370 km range and comprehensive assistance systems. The Aruz is better for larger families because it has seven seats, rear air-con vents and a full-size spare.
What is the price difference?
The QV-E costs RM1,099 more upfront than the Aruz. Its BaaS arrangement also adds RM215 per month, inclusive of tax, for nine years.
Which has more space for passengers and luggage?
The Aruz has two extra seats, seating seven rather than five. The QV-E has the larger boot at 320 litres, compared with 213 litres in the Aruz.
