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Perodua Aruz vs Proton X70: Which is more cost-effective?

2026-07-14 16:50:01
CivilianCarCostReview
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In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Perodua Aruz and Proton X70 when choosing a car.

Price and Versions

The Perodua Aruz 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.

The Proton X70 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, the Perodua Aruz's starting price is indeed RM 33,900 cheaper than the Proton X70. If your budget is limited, the Perodua entry-level version already meets daily needs. However, also keep in mind that the cheaper price of a few thousand Ringgit may come with trade-offs in features, which depends on your specific requirements.

Perodua Aruz Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Safety Features

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

The 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, and safety features in this segment are quite comprehensive. New cars nowadays generally have good safety, so there is no need to worry too much about this.

Perodua Aruz Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Configuration and Technology

The Perodua Aruz adopts FWD drive layout.

The Proton X70 adopts FWD drive layout.

Both cars have the same drive layout, both FWD, so daily driving feel will not differ much.

Perodua Aruz Exterior Image 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Maintenance and Servicing

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

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

Both cars have the same warranty conditions, no need to worry about this aspect. Actual maintenance costs also depend on the brand's service network and parts prices. It is recommended to ask real owners in car enthusiast groups for experience.

Who is this suitable for?

Both Perodua Aruz and Proton X70 are 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 cost-performance ratio and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, and 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 depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended that everyone do their homework, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big deal, spending some time on research will definitely not be wrong.

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