In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Perodua Aruz and Proton X70 when choosing a car. These two models are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time doing research.
The OTR price of Perodua Aruz in Malaysia is RM 72,900 - 77,900. There are 2 variants in total, including 1.5L X (RM 72,900), 1.5L AV (RM 77,900), etc.
The OTR price of Proton X70 in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,300. There are 3 variants in total, including 1.5L Standard 2WD (RM 106,800), 1.5L Executive 2WD (RM 115,800), 1.5L Premium 2WD (RM 122,300), etc.
From a price perspective, Perodua Aruz's starting price is indeed RM 33,900 cheaper than Proton X70. If your budget is limited, Perodua's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But keep in mind, the few thousand Ringgit saved might involve compromises in features, which depends on your specific needs.

Perodua Aruz's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include.
Proton X70's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).
Both cars have the same safety rating. In this class, safety features are quite comprehensive. New cars nowadays are not lacking in safety, so there is no need to worry too much about this point.

Perodua Aruz body length is 4400 mm, trunk capacity 400 L.
Proton X70 body length is 4400 mm, trunk capacity 400 L.
The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, and the interior space difference is not significant. For cars in this class, it is completely sufficient for daily use.

Perodua Aruz adopts FWD drive mode.
Proton X70 adopts FWD drive mode.
Both cars have the same drive mode, both are FWD, so there will not be much difference in daily driving experience.
Overall, both Perodua Aruz and Proton X70 are very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing your homework, comparing quotes from multiple dealerships, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major event, spending time on research will never go wrong.