Verdict
At RM79,800, the Nissan NV200 costs RM10,900 more than the RM68,900 Perodua Aruz, yet they serve sharply different jobs. The NV200 is the workhorse: its 4,200-litre load area, 55-litre tank and 152 Nm suit cargo duty, though it has only two seats and a five-speed manual. The Aruz is the better family machine, seating seven with six airbags, stability control and a 6.4 L/100 km rating. Its 213-litre boot is tiny beside the Nissan’s, however.
Pick the Nissan NV200 if you need a two-seat commercial vehicle with 4,200 litres of cargo space and 152 Nm of torque.
Pick the Perodua Aruz if you need seven seats, an automatic gearbox and substantially stronger safety equipment for less money.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan NV200 RM79,800; Perodua Aruz RM68,900.
- Seats: Nissan NV200 2; Perodua Aruz 7.
- Boot space: Nissan NV200 4,200 litres; Perodua Aruz 213 litres.
- Transmission: Nissan NV200 five-speed manual; Perodua Aruz four-speed automatic.
- Safety: Nissan NV200 2 airbags and no stability control; Perodua Aruz 6 airbags and stability control.
- Rated economy: Nissan NV200 7.14 L/100 km; Perodua Aruz 6.4 L/100 km.
NV200
- 4,200-litre cargo area
- 152 Nm, versus 133 Nm
- 55-litre fuel tank
- Only two seats, versus seven
- Five-speed manual instead of an automatic
- Two airbags and no stability control
Aruz
- Seven-seat cabin with split-folding rear rows
- Six airbags, stability control and five-star ASEAN NCAP rating
- Automatic transmission, reverse camera and rear air-con blower
- 213-litre boot is far smaller than 4,200 litres
- 133 Nm trails the NV200's 152 Nm
- 45-litre fuel tank is 10 litres smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM79,800 | RM68,900✓ |
| Body type | Commercial | SUV |
| Segment | Commercial | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with continuously variable-valve timing control | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 108 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 101 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 152 Nm at 4,400 rpm✓ | 133 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 78 mm × 83.6 mm | 72 mm × 91.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.8 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5MT | 4 Speed Automatic |
| Gears | 5 | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 7.14 L/100 km | 6.4 L/100 km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,400 mm | 4,435 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,855 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,725 mm | 2,685 mm |
| Weight | 1,220 kg | 1,300 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 4,200 litres✓ | 213 litres |
| Front Tyre | 165/R14C | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 165/R14C | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Alenza 001A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Live Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 14" Steel | 17" Black Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 14" Steel | 17" Black Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | — | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Brake Assist | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, manual recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con (digital controls with memory function) |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Last Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 3 Front, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player with 2 Speakers | 7.0" Touchscreen Radio DVD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth and 6 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Automatic Door-Lock Past 20 km/h |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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NV200 vs Aruz FAQ
Is the Nissan NV200 or Perodua Aruz better?
The Aruz is better for carrying people, with seven seats, an automatic, six airbags and stability control. The NV200 is better for commercial loads: it has 4,200 litres of cargo space against 213 litres.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan NV200 costs RM79,800 and the Perodua Aruz RM68,900, so the NV200 is RM10,900 more expensive.
Which carries more cargo?
The Nissan NV200 carries far more cargo, with 4,200 litres of boot space versus the Perodua Aruz's 213 litres. The trade-off is that the Nissan has two seats while the Aruz has seven.
