Verdict
The RM13,889 gap favours the Perodua QV-E before its RM215 monthly BaaS battery rental for nine years is counted. Its 201 hp, 285 Nm motor and 370 km range make it the much quicker, better-equipped choice, with 18-inch wheels, six airbags, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera. The Nissan Almera counters with a 482-litre boot against 320 litres, a far lower RM20 annual road tax and a lighter 1,090 kg kerb weight. For buyers who can charge and accept the battery arrangement, the QV-E is the more complete car; the Almera suits conventional long-distance practicality.
Pick the Nissan Almera if you need its 482-litre sedan boot, RM20 annual road tax and petrol refuelling convenience.
Pick the Perodua QV-E if you can charge an EV and want 201 hp, 370 km of range, six airbags and substantially richer driver-assistance equipment.
Key differences
- Price and battery arrangement: Nissan Almera RM83,888; Perodua QV-E RM69,999 plus RM215 monthly BaaS battery rental for nine years.
- Powertrain: Nissan Almera 99 hp and 152 Nm from a 999 cc turbo petrol engine; Perodua QV-E 201 hp and 285 Nm from one electric motor.
- Running figures: Nissan Almera is rated at 5.4 L/100 km with RM20 annual road tax; Perodua QV-E has 370 km range with RM160 annual road tax.
- Luggage space: Nissan Almera 482 litres; Perodua QV-E 320 litres.
- Safety equipment: Nissan Almera has two airbags and no lane-keeping assist; Perodua QV-E has six airbags and steering correction.
- Warranty: Nissan Almera has five years with unlimited mileage; Perodua QV-E has six years or 150,000 km.
Almera
- 482-litre boot is 162 litres larger
- RM20 annual road tax
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty
- 99 hp and 152 Nm trail the QV-E's 201 hp and 285 Nm
- Only two airbags versus six
- No adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring or reverse camera
QV-E
- 201 hp, 285 Nm motor and 370 km range
- Six airbags, steering correction and adaptive cruise control
- 360-degree camera and 10.25-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- RM215 monthly BaaS battery rental applies for nine years
- 320-litre boot is smaller than the Almera's 482 litres
- RM160 annual road tax versus RM20
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM83,888 | RM69,999✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM20✓ | RM160 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 999 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 99 hp | — |
| Torque | 152 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 72.2 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 | Xtronic CVT | — |
| Gears | 1 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 5.4 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | — | 165 km/h |
| Co2 | 125 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,495 mm | 4,170 mm |
| Width | 1,740 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,502 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,680 mm |
| Weight | 1,090 kg | 1,600 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 35 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 482 litres✓ | 320 litres |
| Front Tyre | 195/65R15 | 215/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/65R15 | 215/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 | Atlas A3 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 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) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | 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 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats. |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, ASA 3.0 Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | 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 Adjustable | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 1 Rear USB | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with 4 Speakers | 10.25" Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | 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 |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | 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 | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 5 Times Free Service | — |
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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Almera vs QV-E FAQ
Is the Nissan Almera or Perodua QV-E better?
The Perodua QV-E is better equipped and far more powerful, with 201 hp, six airbags, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera. Choose the Nissan Almera instead for its 482-litre boot, RM20 road tax and unlimited-mileage warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua QV-E costs RM13,889 less upfront than the Nissan Almera. However, the QV-E's BaaS arrangement adds RM215 per month, inclusive of tax, for nine years.
Which has the larger boot?
The Nissan Almera has the larger boot at 482 litres, compared with 320 litres in the Perodua QV-E. That is a 162-litre advantage for the sedan.