Perodua Aruz vs Honda HR-V: Which is more cost-effective?

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Perodua Aruz and Honda HR-V when choosing a car.

Price and Versions

Perodua Aruz is sold OTR in Malaysia for 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 is sold OTR in Malaysia for 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.

In terms of price, Perodua Aruz's starting price is indeed RM 43,000 cheaper than Honda HR-V. If your budget is limited, Perodua's entry-level version is already sufficient for daily needs. But note that the difference of a few thousand might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your needs.

Safety Features

Perodua Aruz has a safety rating of 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include.

Honda HR-V has a safety rating of 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM).

Both cars have the same safety rating, safety features are quite complete within this class. New cars nowadays have good safety, no need to worry too much about this.

Features and Technology

Perodua Aruz uses FWD drive mode.

Honda HR-V uses FWD drive mode.

Both cars have the same drive mode, both are FWD, daily driving experience will not differ much.

Maintenance and Upkeep

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.

Who is it suitable for

Both Perodua Aruz and Honda HR-V are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance ratio and features, choose the one with richer configurations. Finally, it is recommended to test drive both, personal experience is the most important.

Summary

Overall, Perodua Aruz and Honda HR-V are both very good car models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest everyone do their research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time on research will never be wrong.