Verdict
At RM59,800, the Proton eMas 5 is RM13,100 below the RM72,900 Perodua Aruz. Its 30.12 kWh battery delivers a stated 225 km range, while its 375-litre boot is 162 litres larger than the Aruz’s. The Aruz fights back with seven seats, a 45-litre petrol tank and a 4,435 mm body, 300 mm longer than the Proton. Pick the eMas 5 for lower entry cost, EV running tax and everyday five-seat practicality; pay extra for the Aruz only if two more seats are essential.
Pick the Perodua Aruz if you need seven seats, a 45-litre petrol tank and a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating with six airbags and stability control.
Pick the Proton eMas 5 if five seats are enough and you want to spend RM13,100 less for a 225 km EV with a 375-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Aruz RM72,900; Proton eMas 5 RM59,800.
- Powertrain: Aruz 1,496 cc petrol engine with 101 hp and 133 Nm; eMas 5 single motor with 77 hp and 130 Nm.
- Seating and boot space: Aruz 7 seats and 213 litres; eMas 5 5 seats and 375 litres.
- Energy storage: Aruz 45-litre fuel tank; eMas 5 30.12 kWh battery with 225 km stated range.
- Dimensions: Aruz 4,435 mm long and 1,695 mm wide; eMas 5 4,135 mm long and 1,805 mm wide.
- Warranty: Aruz 5 years/150,000 km; eMas 5 6 years/unlimited mileage, plus 8 years/160,000 km for its battery and BEV components.
Aruz
- Seven-seat cabin with 60:40 middle-row and 50:50 last-row folding.
- 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating, six airbags and stability control.
- LED reflector headlamps, 17-inch alloy wheels and front parking sensors.
- Costs RM13,100 more.
- Its 213-litre boot is 162 litres smaller.
- No blind spot information system; the eMas 5 has one.
eMas 5
- 225 km stated EV range from a 30.12 kWh battery, with 6.6 kW AC and 53 kW DC charging.
- 375-litre boot despite a body 300 mm shorter than the Aruz.
- 14.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, navigation and blind spot information system.
- Five seats versus the Aruz’s seven.
- Halogen projector headlamps and 15-inch steel wheels versus the Aruz’s LED headlamps and 17-inch alloys.
- No front parking sensors or power-folding wing mirrors.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM72,900 | RM59,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM30✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 101 hp | — |
| Torque | 133 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 72 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 77 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 130 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 30.12 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 225 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 53 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4 Speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 6.4 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | — | 125 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,435 mm | 4,135 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,805 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,580 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,685 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | 1,300 kg | 1,230 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 213 litres | 375 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 205/65R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 205/65R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Alloy | — |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001A | Linglong Comfort Master |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Live Axle with Coil Springs | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Black Alloy | 15" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Black Alloy | 15" Steel |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Warning Only |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con (digital controls with memory function) | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Last Row | 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 3 Front, 2 Last Row | 2 Front |
| Audio | 7.0" Touchscreen Radio DVD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth and 6 speakers | 14.6" Touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Entry (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Automatic Door-Lock Past 20 km/h | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km BEV and Components Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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 eMas 5 FAQ
Is the Perodua Aruz or Proton eMas 5 better?
The Proton eMas 5 is the better buy for a five-seat household with convenient charging, thanks to its lower price, 375-litre boot and EV drivetrain. The Perodua Aruz is better only when seven seats are a regular requirement.
What is the price difference?
The Proton eMas 5 costs RM13,100 less than the Perodua Aruz. That saving also brings lower annual road tax: RM30 for the eMas 5 against RM120 for the Aruz.
Which has more luggage space?
The Proton eMas 5 has the larger boot at 375 litres, compared with 213 litres in the Perodua Aruz. The Aruz instead prioritises passenger capacity with its third row and seven-seat layout.