Verdict
The RM24,000 upfront gap is the whole decision here: both QV-E variants have one 201 hp, 285 Nm front motor, a 52.5 kWh battery and 370 km of EV range. The BAAS version adds RM215 a month for battery rental, inclusive of tax, for nine years; that is RM23,220 over the term, bringing its nine-year outlay to RM93,219. It remains RM780 below the RM93,999 battery-included car, but only just. Buy BAAS to reduce the initial hit; buy the battery-included version to avoid the monthly commitment.
Pick the Perodua QV-E FWD (BAAS) if you want to keep RM24,000 in hand and are comfortable paying RM215 monthly for battery rental for nine years.
Pick the Perodua QV-E FWD (with battery) if you prefer the battery included from day one and do not want a RM215 monthly rental payment.
Key differences
- Purchase price: RM69,999 for the BAAS versus RM93,999 with battery included.
- Battery arrangement: BAAS charges RM215 per month, inclusive of tax, for nine years; the other version includes the battery.
- Battery-rental term: BAAS has 108 monthly payments over nine years; the battery-included version has no stated rental term.
- Nine-year battery rental: BAAS adds RM23,220 at RM215 x 108 months; the battery-included version adds RM0 in stated rental payments.
- Nine-year outlay: BAAS totals RM93,219 including its stated rental term; the battery-included version costs RM93,999 upfront.
FWD (BAAS)
- RM24,000 lower upfront cost.
- RM215 monthly battery rental is inclusive of tax for nine years.
- Same 201 hp, 370 km range and safety equipment as the battery-included version.
- Adds RM215 monthly battery rental for nine years.
- Battery is not included in the RM69,999 purchase price.
FWD (with battery)
- Battery included in the RM93,999 purchase price.
- No stated monthly battery-rental payment.
- Same 201 hp, 52.5 kWh battery and 370 km range as BAAS.
- Costs RM24,000 more upfront.
- Costs RM780 more than BAAS after its stated nine-year RM215-per-month rental term.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM69,999✓ | RM93,999 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM160 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 285 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 52.5 kWh | 52.5 kWh |
| EV Range | 370 km | 370 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 60 kW | 60 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 165 km/h | 165 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,170 mm | 4,170 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,502 mm | 1,502 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm | 2,680 mm |
| Weight | 1,600 kg | 1,600 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 320 litres | 320 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R18 | 215/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/50R18 | 215/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Atlas A3 | Atlas A3 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 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) | Battery included |
| 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 for two outer rear 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 | 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 |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors with LED Light Bar | LED Projectors with LED Light Bar |
| Taillamps | Full LED with LED Light Bar | Full LED with LED Light Bar |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 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/Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up/Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist | 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, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 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.
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FWD (BAAS) vs FWD (with battery) FAQ
Is the Perodua QV-E FWD (BAAS) or Perodua QV-E FWD (with battery) better?
They are mechanically and equipment-wise the same on these specifications. BAAS is better for the lower RM69,999 entry price, while the with-battery version is better if you want no RM215 monthly battery rental.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua QV-E FWD (with battery) costs RM24,000 more upfront. Over BAAS's stated nine-year rental term, RM215 monthly totals RM23,220, so the BAAS route totals RM93,219 versus RM93,999.
Do the two QV-E variants have different performance or range?
No. Both use a single 201 hp, 285 Nm front-mounted motor, a 52.5 kWh battery and front-wheel drive. Each claims 370 km of EV range, 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds and a 165 km/h top speed.
