In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers tend to compare Perodua Aruz and Mazda CX-30 when selecting a car. These two models are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to save you time on research.
Perodua Aruz's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 72,900 - 77,900. There are 2 versions in total, including 1.5L X (RM 72,900) and 1.5L AV (RM 77,900).
Mazda CX-30's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 122,409 - 146,409. There are 4 versions in total, including 2025 2.0L High+ Premium (RM 146,409), 2025 2.0L High+ (RM 138,409), 2025 2.0L High (RM 130,409), etc.
From a price perspective, Perodua Aruz's starting price is indeed RM 49,509 cheaper than Mazda CX-30. If your budget is limited, Perodua's entry-level version can meet daily needs. However, be aware that the few thousand difference might involve compromises in features, depending on your specific needs.

Perodua Aruz is equipped with 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.
Mazda CX-30 is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
In terms of power, Mazda CX-30'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 Warranty 5 years/150,000km, Maintenance Interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Mazda CX-30 Warranty 5 years/150,000km, Maintenance Interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
The warranty conditions for both cars are the same, no need to fret about this. Actual maintenance costs depend on the brand's service network and part prices. We suggest asking real owners in car owner groups for experience.

Perodua Aruz and Mazda CX-30 are both 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 value for money and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, we recommend test driving both, as personal experience is most important.

In general, Perodua Aruz and Mazda CX-30 are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing research, comparing quotes from multiple dealerships, and then test driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time on research will never be wrong.