Verdict
The Perodua QV-E costs RM7,499 more upfront, but its 201 hp, 285 Nm motor, 52.5 kWh battery and 370 km range bring a very different brief to the Ativa’s 97 hp, 140 Nm 996 cc turbo petrol unit. It is also roomier between the wheels at 2,680 mm versus 2,525 mm and far better equipped for driver assistance. But the Ativa keeps 49 litres more boot space, a full-size spare and RM20 annual road tax against RM160. Factor in the QV-E’s RM215 monthly battery rental for nine years before deciding.
Pick the Perodua Ativa if you want the larger 369-litre boot, a full-size spare tyre and much lower RM20 annual road tax.
Pick the Perodua QV-E if you want 201 hp and 285 Nm electric performance, 370 km EV range, and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Ativa RM62,500; Perodua QV-E RM69,999.
- Power and torque: Ativa 97 hp and 140 Nm; QV-E 201 hp and 285 Nm.
- Wheelbase: Ativa 2,525 mm; QV-E 2,680 mm.
- Boot space: Ativa 369 litres; QV-E 320 litres.
- Road tax: Ativa RM20 per year; QV-E RM160 per year.
- Wheels and tyres: Ativa 16-inch alloys with 205/60R16 tyres; QV-E 18-inch alloys with 215/50R18 tyres.
Ativa
- 369-litre boot, 49 litres larger than the QV-E's
- Full-size 16-inch alloy spare tyre
- 5.3 L/100 km rated economy and RM20 annual road tax
- 97 hp and 140 Nm trail the QV-E's 201 hp and 285 Nm.
- No adaptive cruise control, blind spot information system or 360-degree camera.
- Manual front-seat adjustment and manual air-con versus the QV-E's powered driver’s seat and automatic climate control.
QV-E
- 201 hp, 285 Nm motor and 370 km EV range
- Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, steering assist and blind spot information system
- 10.25-inch touchscreen, wireless phone integration and 360-degree camera
- 320-litre boot is 49 litres smaller than the Ativa's.
- No spare wheel; it uses a tyre repair kit instead of the Ativa's full-size alloy spare.
- RM160 annual road tax and RM215 monthly battery rental for nine years.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM62,500✓ | RM69,999 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM20✓ | RM160 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged and Intercooled with Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 996 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 97 hp | — |
| Torque | 140 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 71 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 | D-CVT | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 5.3 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | — | 165 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,065 mm | 4,170 mm |
| Width | 1,710 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,502 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,525 mm | 2,680 mm |
| Weight | 1,020 kg | 1,600 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 369 litres✓ | 320 litres |
| Front Tyre | 205/60R16 | 215/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/60R16 | 215/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 16" Alloy | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2 | Atlas A3 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion | 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, 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 | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats. |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection | Yes, ASA 3.0 Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors with Automatic High Beam | 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 Adjustment | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con (Digital Controls with Memory Function) | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Four Speakers | 10.25" Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up/Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up/Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | 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 | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 6 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.
Used Ativa & QV-E for sale
Ativa vs QV-E FAQ
Is the Perodua Ativa or Perodua QV-E better?
The QV-E is better equipped and has 201 hp, 285 Nm, 370 km range, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera. Choose the Ativa if its 369-litre boot, full-size spare tyre and RM20 road tax matter more.
What is the price difference?
The QV-E is RM7,499 more expensive upfront: RM69,999 versus RM62,500 for the Ativa. The QV-E also has a RM215 monthly battery rental, inclusive of tax, for nine years.
Which has the larger boot?
The Ativa has the larger boot at 369 litres, compared with 320 litres for the QV-E. Both are five-seat SUVs with 60:40 split-folding rear seats.