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Malaysian Chinese Car Buyers Must-See: Aruz vs Crosstrek Comprehensive Comparison

2026-07-21 18:00:01
PracticalCarAnalyst
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In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Perodua Aruz and Subaru Crosstrek when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will conduct a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time doing research.

Price and Versions

Perodua Aruz's OTR price in Malaysia is 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.

Subaru Crosstrek's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 145,000 - 160,000, with a total of 1 version, including 2.0L e-Boxer (RM 150,000), etc.

In terms of price, Perodua Aruz's starting price is indeed RM 72,100 cheaper than Subaru Crosstrek. If your budget is limited, Perodua's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But be aware, that few thousand RM difference might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your needs.

Perodua Aruz Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Power and Fuel Consumption

Perodua Aruz features a 1.5L 4-cyl, with 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.

Subaru Crosstrek features a 1.5L Turbo, with 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.

In terms of power, Subaru Crosstrek's 1.5L Turbo has 35 more horsepower than Perodua Aruz's 1.5L 4-cyl. However, for daily city driving, both cars have sufficient power and won't feel underpowered.

Perodua Aruz Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Space and Comfort

Perodua Aruz vehicle length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

Subaru Crosstrek vehicle length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, with little difference in interior space. For cars at this level, they are completely sufficient for daily use.

Perodua Aruz Exterior Image 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Features and Technology

Perodua Aruz uses FWD drive configuration.

Subaru Crosstrek uses FWD drive configuration.

Both cars have the same drive configuration, both are FWD, so there will not be a big difference in driving experience.

Subaru Crosstrek Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Who is it suitable for

Both Perodua Aruz and Subaru Crosstrek are mainstream choices in the Malaysia market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about value for money and features, choose the better equipped model. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, experiencing it firsthand is the most important.

Subaru Crosstrek Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Summary

In general, both Perodua Aruz and Subaru Crosstrek are very good car models in the Malaysia market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your research, compare quotes from several dealers, and then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time doing research will never be wrong.

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