Verdict
At RM72,900, the Aruz is the practical answer for a Malaysian family that needs seven seats, although its 213-litre boot is tight. The RM76,100 Traz carries five people but opens up 471 litres, gains 105 hp and 138 Nm against 101 hp and 133 Nm, and brings ASA 3.0 pre-collision braking from 4-120 km/h plus steering correction. Its CVT and front-wheel drive are also a different proposition from the Aruz’s four-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. The Traz also gets a 9.0-inch screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Pick the Perodua Aruz if you need seven seats, a 45-litre tank and rear air-con vents with a blower.
Pick the Perodua Traz if five seats are enough and you want a 471-litre boot, more power and active safety assistance.
Key differences
- Seating and boot space: 7 seats and 213 litres versus 5 seats and 471 litres.
- Output: 101 hp and 133 Nm versus 105 hp and 138 Nm.
- Transmission and driveline: 4-speed automatic with rear-wheel drive versus CVT automatic with front-wheel drive.
- Wheelbase and fuel tank: 2,685 mm and 45 litres versus 2,620 mm and 42 litres.
- Driver assistance: no autonomous braking or lane-keeping versus ASA 3.0 braking at 4-120 km/h with pedestrian detection and steering correction.
- Infotainment: 7.0-inch touchscreen with DVD/MP3 playback versus 9.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Aruz
- Seven seats with seven three-point seat belts.
- Rear air-con vents with a blower and one-touch tumble middle row.
- 45-litre fuel tank and full-size 17-inch alloy spare.
- 213-litre boot is far smaller than the Traz’s 471 litres.
- Lower 101 hp and 133 Nm output.
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assistance or blind spot information system.
Traz
- 471-litre boot for a five-seat SUV.
- ASA 3.0 braking, steering correction and blind spot information system.
- 9.0-inch infotainment with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and four USB ports.
- Only five seats, versus the Aruz’s seven.
- 42-litre fuel tank is 3 litres smaller.
- Rear air-con vents do not get the Aruz’s blower.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM72,900✓ | RM76,100 |
| 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 | 1,496 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 101 hp | 105 hp✓ |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 138 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 | — |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 6.4 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,435 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,685 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,300 kg | 1,145 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 213 litres | 471 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Alloy | Full Size 16" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001A | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Live Axle with Coil Springs | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Black Alloy | 17" Dual-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Black Alloy | 17" Dual-tone 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, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, ASA 3.0 Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front 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 | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con (digital controls with memory function) | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Last Row | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 3 Front, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 7.0" Touchscreen Radio DVD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth and 6 speakers | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Smart Link, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 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 | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Automatic Door-Lock Past 20 km/h | — |
| 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 Traz FAQ
Is the Perodua Aruz or Perodua Traz better?
The Traz is better for a five-person household wanting a large boot, 105 hp, ASA 3.0 braking and smartphone connectivity. The Aruz is better if seven seats are non-negotiable.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Traz costs RM3,200 more than the Perodua Aruz.
Which has the larger boot?
The Traz has the larger boot at 471 litres, compared with 213 litres in the Aruz. The trade-off is that the Traz has five seats while the Aruz has seven.