Verdict
The Aruz is the practical choice for larger families: it carries seven against the Myvi’s five, has a 2,685 mm wheelbase and rear air-con vents with a blower. But the third row comes at a cost in luggage room, with 213 litres versus the Myvi’s 277 litres. The Myvi is 315 kg lighter and rated at 4.5 L/100 km, against 6.4 L/100 km for the Aruz, so it makes more sense for predominantly urban use. The Aruz counters with 101 hp, 133 Nm and six airbags; the Myvi has 94 hp, 121 Nm and four airbags.
Pick the Perodua Aruz if seven seats, rear ventilation, a reverse camera and six airbags matter more than fuel use and boot capacity.
Pick the Perodua Myvi if you want the 4.5 L/100 km rating, a 277-litre boot and a smaller, lighter hatchback for daily town driving.
Key differences
- Seats: Perodua Aruz has 7 seats; Perodua Myvi has 5 seats.
- Rated fuel economy: Perodua Aruz is rated at 6.4 L/100 km; Perodua Myvi at 4.5 L/100 km.
- Boot space: Perodua Aruz has 213 litres; Perodua Myvi has 277 litres.
- Kerb weight: Perodua Aruz weighs 1,300 kg; Perodua Myvi weighs 985 kg.
- Safety airbags: Perodua Aruz has 6 airbags; Perodua Myvi has 4 airbags.
- Power and torque: Perodua Aruz makes 101 hp and 133 Nm; Perodua Myvi makes 94 hp and 121 Nm.
Aruz
- Seven-seat cabin with a tumble-folding third row
- Six airbags, front parking sensors and reverse camera
- Rear air-con vents with blower and 17-inch wheels
- Rated at 6.4 L/100 km versus the Myvi’s 4.5 L/100 km
- 213-litre boot is 64 litres smaller than the Myvi’s
- RM120 annual road tax versus RM70 for the Myvi
Myvi
- 4.5 L/100 km rated economy
- 277-litre boot despite its shorter 3,895 mm body
- 985 kg kerb weight and D-CVT automatic
- Five seats versus seven in the Aruz
- Four airbags versus the Aruz’s six
- No reverse camera, front parking sensors or rear air-con vents
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM72,900 | RM46,500✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM70✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,329 cc |
| Horsepower | 101 hp✓ | 94 hp |
| Torque | 133 Nm✓ | 121 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 72 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4 Speed Automatic | D-CVT |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 11.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 6.4 L/100 km | 4.5 L/100 km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,435 mm | 3,895 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,735 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,685 mm | 2,500 mm |
| Weight | 1,300 kg | 985 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | 36 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 213 litres | 277 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Alloy | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001A | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Live Axle with Coil Springs | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Black Alloy | 14" 7-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Black Alloy | 14" 7-spoke 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 | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| 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 | 60:40 Split-folding with Fixed Headrests |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con (digital controls with memory function) | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls and Memory |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Last Row | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 3 Front, 2 Last Row | 1 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 7.0" Touchscreen Radio DVD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth and 6 speakers | Radio/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Automatic Door-Lock Past 20 km/h | Acoustic Glass Windscreen, Anti-snatch Handbag Hook |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 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.
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Aruz vs Myvi FAQ
Is the Perodua Aruz or Perodua Myvi better?
The Aruz is better for carrying up to seven people and adds rear air-con vents, a reverse camera and six airbags. The Myvi is better for daily urban use, with 4.5 L/100 km rated economy, a 277-litre boot and a 985 kg kerb weight.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Aruz costs RM72,900 and the Perodua Myvi costs RM46,500, so the Aruz is RM26,400 more expensive.
Which has more luggage space, the Perodua Aruz or Perodua Myvi?
The Myvi has more quoted boot space at 277 litres, compared with 213 litres for the Aruz. The Aruz trades that 64-litre deficit for its third-row seating.