In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Perodua Aruz and Honda HR-V when choosing a car. These two models are quite close in terms of price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
Perodua Aruz has an OTR price in Malaysia of 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.
Honda HR-V has an OTR price in Malaysia of RM 115,900 - 143,900, with a total of 4 versions, including 2026 e:HEV 1.5L RS (RM 143,900), 2026 1.5T V (RM 137,900), 2026 1.5T E (RM 130,900), etc.
From the price perspective, the Perodua Aruz starting price is indeed RM 43,000 cheaper than the Honda HR-V. If your budget is limited, the Perodua entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, note that that few thousand ringgit cheaper might involve compromises in equipment/features, which depends on your specific needs.

Perodua Aruz is equipped with a 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption is 6.0 L/100km.
Honda HR-V is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption is 7.0 L/100km.
In terms of power, the Honda HR-V 1.5L Turbo has 35 more horsepower than the Perodua Aruz 1.5L 4-cyl. However, for daily city driving, both cars have sufficient power, and you won't feel underpowered.

Perodua Aruz safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include.
Honda HR-V safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM).
Both cars have the same safety rating, and safety features in this class are considered very comprehensive. New car safety is generally good these days, so there is no need to worry too much about this.

Perodua Aruz body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Honda HR-V body length is 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.
In terms of space, the Honda HR-V body is 100 mm longer than the Perodua Aruz, giving it an advantage in passenger space. However, the Perodua Aruz is slightly more flexible for parking in the city, each having its trade-offs.

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

In general, both Perodua Aruz and Honda HR-V are very good models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing your research, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then going for a test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time on research will definitely not be wrong.