In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers will compare Perodua Aruz and Mitsubishi Xforce 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.
The OTR price of 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 Mitsubishi Xforce in Malaysia is RM 109,930 - 119,930, with a total of 2 versions, including 2026 1.5L Ultimate (RM 119,930), 2026 1.5L Urban (RM 109,930), etc.
In terms of price, the starting price of Perodua Aruz is indeed RM 37,030 cheaper than Mitsubishi Xforce. If your budget is limited, Perodua's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But keep in mind, the cheaper price might involve trade-offs 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.
Mitsubishi Xforce is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
In terms of power, Mitsubishi Xforce'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, you won't feel a lack of power.

Perodua Aruz body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Mitsubishi Xforce body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, with little difference in interior space. For a car in this class, it is completely sufficient for daily use.

Perodua Aruz adopts FWD drivetrain.
Mitsubishi Xforce adopts FWD drivetrain.
Both cars have the same drivetrain, both are FWD, and the daily driving experience won't differ much.

Overall, Perodua Aruz and Mitsubishi Xforce are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing thorough research, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major decision, spending time on research will never go wrong.