In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Perodua Aruz and Toyota Yaris Cross 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.
Toyota Yaris Cross OTR price in Malaysia is RM 99,900 - 109,900, there are 2 versions in total, including 2026 1.5L Standard (RM 99,900), 2026 HEV 1.5L Standard (RM 109,900), etc.
In terms of price, Perodua Aruz starting price is indeed RM 27,000 cheaper than Toyota Yaris Cross. If your budget is limited, the Perodua entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, keep in mind that the few thousand ringgit cheaper might involve trade-offs in specifications, depending on your specific needs.

Perodua Aruz equipped with 1.5L 4-cyl, horsepower 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.
Toyota Yaris Cross equipped with 1.5L 4-cyl, horsepower 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.
Both cars use the same powertrain, and the driving experience in daily use is basically the same. Fuel consumption is also similar, so there is no need to worry too much about this.

Perodua Aruz body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Toyota Yaris Cross body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, and the interior space difference is not significant. For cars in this segment, daily use is completely sufficient.

Perodua Aruz warranty 5 years/150,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Toyota Yaris Cross warranty 5 years/unlimited mileage, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

In general, both Perodua Aruz and Toyota Yaris Cross are very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose ultimately depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then test driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a major decision, spending time doing research will never be wrong.