In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare the Perodua Aruz and Subaru Crosstrek when choosing a car. These two models are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
The OTR price of the Perodua Aruz 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.
The OTR price of the Subaru Crosstrek 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, the Perodua Aruz's starting price is indeed RM 72,100 cheaper than the Subaru Crosstrek. If your budget is limited, the Perodua entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, note that the few thousand difference might mean compromises on features, depending on your specific needs.

The Perodua Aruz is equipped with a 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption is 6.0 L/100km.
The Subaru Crosstrek is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption is 7.0 L/100km.
In terms of power, the Subaru Crosstrek's 1.5L Turbo has 35 more horsepower than the Perodua Aruz's 1.5L 4-cyl. However, for daily city driving, both cars have sufficient power and do not feel lacking.

The safety rating of the Perodua Aruz is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include.
The safety rating of the Subaru Crosstrek is 5★ (Euro NCAP), active safety systems include EyeSight.

Perodua Aruz warranty 5 years/150,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Subaru Crosstrek warranty 3 years/100,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Overall, both the Perodua Aruz and Subaru Crosstrek 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 test driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time on research will never be wrong.