Perodua’s upcoming SUV model (codenamed D38L) will be called the Aruz, according to a leaked leaflet that has been circulating around social media. With the leak, we finally have a lot more information about the three-row, seven-seat SUV that is purportedly based on the Toyota Rush.
For starters, two variants of the Aruz will be offered – the X and AV – both with standard equipment such as LED headlamps (AV gains automatic on/off function), 17-inch alloy wheels, second-row air-con vents, keyless entry and start, built-in Touch n Go reader, charging ports for all seat rows, six airbags and a reverse camera.
The AV, as the range-topper, gets additional items over the X, including roof rails, leather upholstery instead of fabric, leather-wrapped steering wheel with telephony controls, a digital video recorder (DVR) and HDMI input.
As teased previously, the Aruz will come with Perodua’s Advanced Safety Assist (ASA) suite of safety features, which has been upgraded to ASA 2.0 with additional pedestrian detection. However, only the AV variant is fitted with the ASA suite.
Under the bonnet, both variants are powered by a 1.5 litre engine with a four-speed automatic transmission. Though not explicitly stated, this powertrain setup most likely the same one used in the Rush, which employs a 2NR Dual VVT-i unit (103 hp and 136 Nm) that is also found in the Myvi.
While there’s plenty the Aruz shares in common with the Rush, the former gets a unique front end to distinguish itself from the Toyota, with a revised grille and LED daytime running lights being noteworthy cues – the rear end design is similar.
The leaflet also reveals that order books for the Aruz will begin real soon, and that there are five colours to choose from – Amazon Green, Granite Grey, Electric Blue, Glittering Silver and Ivory White. What do you think of the Perodua Aruz? How much do you think the SUV will be priced at?
For further reading on the Perodua Aruz:
- 2019 Perodua Aruz SUV – full walk-around video tour
- 2019 Perodua Aruz SUV – complete spec-by-spec list
- 2019 Perodua Aruz against budget seven-seater SUV rivals in Malaysia
- 2019 Perodua Aruz SUV – GearUp accessories detailed
- 2019 Perodua Aruz – ASA 2.0 features detailed
- 2019 Perodua Aruz SUV – 2,200 bookings made since Jan 3
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AI-generated Summary ✨
The comments mainly express skepticism and criticism towards Perodua Aruz, mostly labeling it as a rebadged Toyota Rush with little originality, poor safety features, and outdated technology like the 4-speed transmission and lack of VSC. Many believe the Aruz will underperform sales-wise, especially compared to Proton X70, which is viewed as a more reliable and modern choice. There is a recurring theme that Malaysians prefer Japanese or Proton vehicles due to better safety, quality, and innovation, while perceiving Perodua as lacking in design and safety, often rebadging older models. Several comments also predict the Aruz will fail, citing poor value and safety concerns, with some sarcastic remarks about its naming and design. Overall, the sentiment is largely negative with doubts about its success.