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Perodua Aruz vs Proton X70: An Experienced Driver Explains the Differences

2026-07-14 16:20:00
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In the Malaysian 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 make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time doing research.

Price and Versions

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

Proton X70's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,300, with a total of 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.

In terms of price, Perodua Aruz's starting price is indeed RM 33,900 lower than Proton X70. If your budget is limited, Perodua's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, note that the savings of a few thousand may involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Perodua Aruz exterior image 1, source BitAuto Malaysia

Power and Fuel Consumption

Perodua Aruz is equipped with 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.

Proton X70 is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.

Regarding power, Proton X70's 1.5L Turbo has 35 more horsepower than Perodua Aruz's 1.5L 4-cyl. However, for daily city driving, the power of both cars is sufficient, and you won't feel underpowered.

Perodua Aruz exterior image 2, 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 considered quite complete in this class. New cars nowadays have good safety, no need to worry too much about this point.

Perodua Aruz exterior image 3, source BitAuto Malaysia

Space and Comfort

Perodua Aruz body length 4400 mm, boot 400 L.

Proton X70 body length 4400 mm, boot 400 L.

The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, interior space difference is not significant. Cars in this class are more than enough for daily use.

Who is it suitable for

Perodua Aruz and Proton X70 are both mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about value for money and features, choose the better equipped one. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, personal experience is the most important.

Summary

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

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