Verdict
The RM17,000 gap buys the Honda WR-V a stronger 121 hp/145 Nm 1.5-litre, CVT and Honda Sensing, including autonomous braking, lane-keeping steering correction and blind spot information. It also uses 6.0 L/100 km against 6.4 L/100 km, and its 380-litre boot is 167 litres larger. The Perodua Aruz answers with seven seats, rear air-con vents with blower, a 45-litre tank and six airbags. Choose the WR-V for five-seat daily use and active safety; choose the Aruz when the extra two seats are non-negotiable.
Pick the Honda WR-V if five seats suffice and you want 121 hp, a 380-litre boot and Honda Sensing safety assistance.
Pick the Perodua Aruz if you need seven seats, rear air-con with a blower and a 45-litre fuel tank for less money.
Key differences
- Price: Honda WR-V RM89,900; Perodua Aruz RM72,900.
- Power and torque: Honda WR-V 121 hp and 145 Nm; Perodua Aruz 101 hp and 133 Nm.
- Seating and boot space: Honda WR-V five seats and 380 litres; Perodua Aruz seven seats and 213 litres.
- Fuel economy: Honda WR-V 6.0 L/100 km; Perodua Aruz 6.4 L/100 km.
- Safety assistance: Honda WR-V has autonomous braking, lane-keeping steering correction and blind spot information; Perodua Aruz has none of these.
- Airbags: Honda WR-V has four airbags; Perodua Aruz has six airbags, including front and rear curtain airbags.
WR-V
- 121 hp and 145 Nm beat the Aruz's 101 hp and 133 Nm.
- Honda Sensing adds autonomous braking and lane-keeping steering correction.
- 380-litre boot is 167 litres larger.
- Only five seats versus the Aruz's seven.
- Four airbags versus six in the Aruz.
- No rear air-con vents or blower.
Aruz
- Seven seats with tumble-folding middle-row and split-folding last-row seats.
- Six airbags, including front and rear curtain airbags.
- Rear air-con vents with a blower and a 45-litre fuel tank.
- 101 hp and 133 Nm trail the WR-V's 121 hp and 145 Nm.
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or blind spot information.
- 213-litre boot is 167 litres smaller than the WR-V's.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM89,900 | RM72,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 121 hp✓ | 101 hp |
| Torque | 145 Nm✓ | 133 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT | 4 Speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11.0 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 6.0 L/100 km✓ | 6.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,060 mm | 4,435 mm |
| Width | 1,780 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,576 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,485 mm | 2,685 mm |
| Weight | 1,108 kg | 1,300 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 213 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R16 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | 16" Space Saver | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Alenza 001A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Live Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Black Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Black Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, manual recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con (digital controls with memory function) |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 1 Last Row |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 3 Front, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 7.0" Display Audio Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 2 Speakers | 7.0" Touchscreen Radio DVD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth and 6 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | — | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Automatic Door-Lock Past 20 km/h |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Free Labour for Five Times within 100,000 km or Five 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 WR-V & Aruz for sale
WR-V vs Aruz FAQ
Is the Honda WR-V or Perodua Aruz better?
The WR-V is better for five occupants, with more power, lower rated fuel use, a 380-litre boot and Honda Sensing. The Aruz is better only if seven seats, rear air-con and its six-airbag layout matter more than those advantages.
What is the price difference?
The Honda WR-V costs RM89,900 and the Perodua Aruz costs RM72,900, so the WR-V is RM17,000 more expensive.
Which one has more luggage space?
The Honda WR-V has the larger boot at 380 litres, versus 213 litres for the Perodua Aruz. That is a 167-litre advantage for the five-seat Honda.