Verdict
The QV-E’s 201 hp and 285 Nm motor gives it a major paper advantage over the Ativa’s 97 hp and 140 Nm turbo petrol unit, while its 52.5 kWh battery is rated for 370 km. It also brings adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera and blind-spot monitoring. But the Ativa has the larger 369-litre boot, weighs 580 kg less and records 5.3 L/100 km. Factor in the QV-E’s RM215 monthly battery rental for nine years before treating its stronger equipment list as a straightforward win.
Pick the Perodua Ativa if you want the larger boot, a full-size spare wheel and petrol refuelling without a monthly battery-rental commitment.
Pick the Perodua QV-E if you prioritise 201 hp EV performance, 370 km rated range and its much broader driver-assistance and infotainment kit.
Key differences
- Power and torque: Ativa 97 hp and 140 Nm; QV-E 201 hp and 285 Nm.
- Energy use: Ativa is rated at 5.3 L/100 km; QV-E has a 52.5 kWh battery and 370 km EV range.
- Size: Ativa is 4,065 mm long with a 2,525 mm wheelbase; QV-E is 4,170 mm long with a 2,680 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: Ativa 369 litres; QV-E 320 litres.
- Kerb weight: Ativa 1,020 kg; QV-E 1,600 kg.
- Battery arrangement: Ativa has no battery rental; QV-E requires RM215 per month for nine years.
Ativa
- 369-litre boot and full-size 16-inch alloy spare wheel.
- 5.3 L/100 km rated fuel economy.
- Front and rear foglamps, plus pedestrian-detecting autonomous braking.
- 97 hp and 140 Nm trail the QV-E’s 201 hp and 285 Nm by a wide margin.
- No adaptive cruise control, blind-spot information system or 360-degree camera.
- Manual air-con, four speakers and no Android Auto or Apple CarPlay.
QV-E
- 201 hp, 285 Nm motor and 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 370 km rated range, with 6.6 kW AC and 60 kW DC charging.
- Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go and steering assist, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera.
- 320-litre boot is 49 litres smaller than the Ativa’s.
- No spare wheel; it uses a tyre repair kit.
- RM215 monthly battery rental applies for nine years.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM62,500✓ | RM69,999 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM20✓ | RM160 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged and Intercooled with Variable Valve Timing | — |
| Capacity | 996 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 97 hp | — |
| Torque | 140 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 71 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| 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 | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | D-CVT | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 5.3 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | — | 165 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,065 mm | 4,170 mm |
| Width | 1,710 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,502 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,525 mm | 2,680 mm |
| Weight | 1,020 kg | 1,600 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 369 litres✓ | 320 litres |
| Front Tyre | 205/60R16 | 215/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/60R16 | 215/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 16" Alloy | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 | Atlas A3 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | RM215 a month for BaaS battery rental (inclusive of tax, and for nine years) |
| 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 | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats. |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection | Yes, ASA 3.0 Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors with Automatic High Beam | LED Projectors with LED Light Bar |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED with LED Light Bar |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con (Digital Controls with Memory Function) | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Four Speakers | 10.25" Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up/Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up/Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| 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 Ativa & QV-E for sale
Ativa vs QV-E FAQ
Is the Perodua Ativa or Perodua QV-E better?
The QV-E is better equipped and far stronger on paper, with 201 hp, 285 Nm, adaptive cruise control and a 370 km rated range. Choose the Ativa instead for its 369-litre boot, full-size spare and no battery-rental payment.
What is the price difference?
The QV-E costs RM69,999, RM7,499 more than the RM62,500 Ativa. Its ownership costs also include RM215 a month for battery rental over nine years.
Which one has more luggage space?
The Ativa has more luggage space: 369 litres versus 320 litres in the QV-E. Both have five seats and 60:40 split-folding rear seatbacks, but only the QV-E adds a rear centre armrest.
