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Perodua Aruz or Proton X70? What Malaysian Owners Say

2026-07-14 15:40:00
Ginseng
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In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Perodua Aruz and Proton X70 when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.

Price and Versions

Perodua Aruz OTR price in Malaysia is RM 72,900 - 77,900, with 2 versions including 1.5L X (RM 72,900), 1.5L AV (RM 77,900), etc.

Proton X70 OTR price in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,300, with 3 versions 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 also note, the few thousand cheaper might have trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Perodua Aruz Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Safety Features

Perodua Aruz safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include.

Proton X70 safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).

Both cars have the same safety rating, safety features are quite comprehensive in this class. New car safety nowadays isn't bad, no need to worry too much about this.

Perodua Aruz Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Space and Comfort

Perodua Aruz body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

Proton X70 body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

Both cars' dimensions are almost the same, interior space difference is not significant. For this class of cars, daily use is completely sufficient.

Perodua Aruz Exterior Image 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Maintenance and Service

Perodua Aruz warranty 5 years/150,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Proton X70 warranty 5 years/150,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Both cars have the same warranty conditions, no need to worry about this aspect. Actual maintenance costs depend on the brand's service network and parts price, recommend asking real owners in car owner groups for their experience.

Who is it suitable for

Perodua Aruz and Proton X70 are both mainstream choices in Malaysia's market, suitable for family use, daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, consider the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, experiencing it yourself is the most important.

Summary

Overall, Perodua Aruz and Proton X70 are both very good models in Malaysia's market. Choosing which one depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your research, compare quotes from several dealerships, then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time on research will definitely not be wrong.

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