Perodua Aruz vs Perodua Ativa
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the Perodua Aruz offers a spacious 7-seat configuration, making it ideal for families, while its 1,496 cc engine provides a respectable 101 hp. However, it has a higher fuel consumption of 6.4 L/100km compared to the Ativa's more efficient 5.3 L/100km, which is a significant consideration for cost-conscious consumers. The Ativa, with its compact size and advanced features like auto emergency braking, presents an appealing option for urban driving.
Pick the Aruz if you need more seating capacity and a larger vehicle.
Pick the Ativa if you prioritise fuel efficiency and advanced safety features.
Key differences
- Price: RM 72,900 (Aruz) | RM 62,500 (Ativa)
- Seats: 7 (Aruz) | 5 (Ativa)
- Engine: 1,496 cc (Aruz) | 996 cc (Ativa)
- Fuel economy: 6.4 L/100km (Aruz) | 5.3 L/100km (Ativa)
- Torque: 133 Nm (Aruz) | 140 Nm (Ativa)
- Boot space: 213 L (Aruz) | 369 L (Ativa)
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 72,900 | RM 62,500✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,496 cc | 996 cc |
| Power | 101 hp✓ | 97 hp |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 140 Nm✓ |
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Efficiency | ||
| Fuel economy | 6.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,435 mm | 4,065 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,710 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,685 mm | 2,525 mm |
| Boot space | 213 L | 369 L✓ |
| Fuel tank | 45 L | 36 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| ASEAN NCAP | 5★ | — |
| Auto emergency braking | — | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 20✓ |
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.
Aruz
- Spacious 7-seater capacity
- Higher power output at 101 hp
- Good ground clearance for rough terrains
- Higher fuel consumption
- Less boot space compared to Ativa
- Rear-wheel drive may not suit all drivers
Ativa
- More fuel-efficient at 5.3 L/100km
- Advanced safety features like auto emergency braking
- Larger boot space for cargo
- Limited to 5 seats
- Lower power output at 97 hp
- Smaller engine may affect performance on highways
Aruz vs Ativa FAQ
Is the Aruz or Ativa better?
The choice depends on your needs; the Aruz is better for larger families, while the Ativa excels in fuel efficiency and safety features.
What is the price difference?
The Aruz is priced at RM 72,900, while the Ativa starts at RM 62,500, making the Ativa RM 10,400 cheaper.
How do the safety ratings compare?
The Aruz has a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating, while the Ativa does not have a rating but includes advanced safety features.