In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Perodua Aruz and Honda WR-V 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 on research.
Perodua Aruz OTR price in Malaysia is RM 72,900 - 77,900, there are 2 versions in total, including 1.5L X (RM 72,900), 1.5L AV (RM 77,900), etc.
Honda WR-V OTR price in Malaysia is RM 89,900 - 107,900, there are 4 versions in total, including 2023 1.5L V (RM 99,900), 2023 1.5L E (RM 95,900), 2023 1.5L S (RM 89,900), etc.
From a price perspective, the starting price of Perodua Aruz is indeed RM 17,000 cheaper than Honda WR-V. If your budget is limited, Perodua's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, also note that the savings of a few thousand Ringgit might involve trade-offs in equipment, depending on your specific needs.

Perodua Aruz safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include.
Honda WR-V safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Honda SENSING.
The safety rating of both cars is the same, safety equipment in this class is considered quite complete. New car safety these days is not bad, no need to worry too much about this point.

Perodua Aruz adopts FWD drive mode.
Honda WR-V adopts FWD drive mode.
Both cars have the same drive mode, both are FWD, daily driving experience will not be much different.

Perodua Aruz warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Honda WR-V warranty 5 years/unlimited mileage, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Overall, Perodua Aruz and Honda WR-V are both quite good models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research well, comparing quotes from several car dealers, and then test driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time doing research will definitely not be wrong.