If you’re among those who think that the Perodua Aruz is too big or long to drive comfortably on the daily, well, maybe a smaller five-seater version could tickle your fancy. Hard to imagine a smaller Aruz, right?
Not quite, it seems, thanks to this set of renderings by Theophilus Chin. Essentially, the bright yellow Aruz gets a significantly shorter rear overhang, harking back to the good old days of the Kembara, minus the iconic tailgate-mounted spare tyre of course.
The shorter proportions look surprisingly decent as well, and this version of the Aruz wears a revised front bumper with larger fog lamps housing that’s complemented by a slimmer radiator grille. At the back, the blacked out tailgate garnish is replaced with a body-coloured finish, rounder tail lights and a new bumper with integrated reflectors and grey diffuser.
With less metal, the body-on-frame SUV would weigh less, which translates to a better power-to-weight ratio. Currently, the Aruz is powered by the 2NR-VE 1.5 litre naturally-aspirated four-cylinder petrol unit that develops 101 hp at 6,000 rpm and 133 Nm of torque at 4,200 rpm.
Now, why would anyone want a shorter Aruz? Well, some people may be put off by its sheer length, so a shorter model could make sense, especially for those who want SUV looks and practicality. Back in the day, the Perodua Kembara – despite having a smaller 1.3 litre engine with a 4×4 system – was a massive sales success, and was priced between RM50k to RM60k.
At last year’s Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show, P2 also displayed a concept car that had the looks of a compact crossover (as seen in the video below), which suggests that the automaker could be looking to introduce a smaller SUV to its current line-up. Thoughts?
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Aruz enough dy, too many similar model design like this is not a good value on the brand, especially those copy cat and replace the badge.
Well PT, i am totally with u! The shorter 5 seaters Aruz look more SUV than the 7 seaters MPV look. I wish p2 can consider shorter 5 seaters version like this rendered. Yes shorter 5 seaters version will be more easier to drive around busy city road and yah easy to part too.
How much u willing to sell P2? 58-65k? Sure higher price than Myvi. If sell at 45-50k sure sell like hot cakes.
58k-65k are ideal since Mivi full spec 50k+ already, i’m willing to pay that kind of price. Yes sure it will sell like hot goreng pisang if priced 45-50k but only in our dreams bro.. Even full spec Bezza costs 46k.
WHY BOTHER WITH THE RENDERINGS?
I think it very well done rendered. If i were p2 ceo i’ll gv it a go n green light for production. Lols. More will buy 5 seaters version.
Nice work Theophilus Chin. I really love it this version.
If it goes 5seater, it will be DoA competing against X50 when it comes this year.
depends on the pricing. Kembara was a fun car
yeah, with sportier design , im sure perodua engineers is more than capable to accomplish the task
i thought the Aruz is hideous but with a shorter wheelbase, this is a pretty good looking car.
Look cool. Hope this will happen. Yes i agree current aruz too long and look too big for 104h 1.5 engine. 5 seats better looking. Just need a little bit make up change on the rear, but it still ok with aruz rear.
Proton X50 contender perhaps
Take my money now!! Perodua Kembara was a massive sales success,
That a yellow myvi
Looks cute, especially the back
Aha!!! This will be the real game changer. Habisla upcoming Proton X50!
Coy paste edited: “Habisla! Pedodua just become distributor for Daihatsu Indonesia cars in Malaysia”
Pedo… dua? Cars for those people with “peculiar” interest? ROFL!
X50 is a sure thing. This shorter Aruz so far only exist as renderings. What changer again!?
honestly this looks very good. price it right and its a winner
Aruz 5 seater need 4WD and priced same like current 7 seater Aruz. Reasonable because 4WD and more functioning.
My wife is looking to replace her kembara. 5 seater Aruz should be small enough for daily use, fetch kids and it is a SUV. Thumbs up smaller SUV.
I love the rendering..
But just give a think about its spec too guys
What if Perodua launches this SUV with full spec at 65K
Full spec means:
7″ Multimedia Player that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Rear Air Conditions Vents
Semi Digital Instrumental Cluster
16′ wheels
Auto LED headlamp
Rear fog lamp
And many more..
But most importantly, tune up the engine to have 115 – 120 PS and reduce 0 – 100 km/h sprint
It will still lose out to Proton’s upcoming X50 with Level 2 Autonomous Driving.
Nonody tend to acknowledge that the aruz is so underpowered and not efficient. Claim 15.6km/l is only for the engine (perodua also only market that figure for the engine). Not the WHOLE car. I dont know how Malaysia rate an eev car..i believe normal driving wont get that figure in an aruz.
Update the transmission to 5 speed auto or cvt
A compact 4×4 please. Remember the Kembara/Terios?
What is this rubbish
should have been a 4×4 like it used to… what a shame
Too bad it’s rendered, hope Perodua will consider this idea and bring us a smaller version of Aruz.
the current model is too long. would definitely buy one
if it was a smaller 5 seater
I do think 5 seat aruz is more proper then the 7seater one.
I love it ,new version 5 seather, i will buy it because it so easy to drive in the city and the engine also great 1.3 or 1.5 and system engine 4×4 ……..100 percent yess… Yess , in borneo we like gear manual , i also like perodua aruz but after i know the gear is automatics i cancelled it , so hope this suv smaller 5 seather will come gear manual and automatic gear, we are customer can make choice..