Verdict
The RM79,800 Nissan NV200 costs RM3,700 more than the RM76,100 Perodua Traz, but these are tools for very different jobs. The Nissan is a two-seat commercial vehicle with a vast 4,200-litre load area, 152 Nm and a 55-litre tank. The five-seat Traz is the stronger family choice: its CVT, six airbags, stability control, ASA 3.0 braking and 471-litre boot suit daily passenger use far better. Its 1.5-litre engine trails by only 3 hp, though the NV200 has 14 Nm more torque.
Pick the Nissan NV200 if you need a two-seat commercial vehicle with 4,200 litres of cargo space and a 55-litre fuel tank.
Pick the Perodua Traz if you carry up to five people and want a CVT, six airbags and active safety systems for RM3,700 less.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan NV200 RM79,800; Perodua Traz RM76,100.
- Seating and boot space: Nissan NV200 has 2 seats and 4,200 litres; Perodua Traz has 5 seats and 471 litres.
- Powertrain: Nissan NV200 has a 1,598 cc 108 hp/152 Nm engine with 5MT; Perodua Traz has a 1,496 cc 105 hp/138 Nm engine with CVT.
- Safety: Nissan NV200 has 2 airbags and no stability control; Perodua Traz has 6 airbags and stability control.
- Dimensions: Nissan NV200 is 4,400 mm long with a 2,725 mm wheelbase; Perodua Traz is 4,310 mm long with a 2,620 mm wheelbase.
- Warranty: Nissan NV200 gets 3 years/100,000 km; Perodua Traz gets 5 years/150,000 km.
NV200
- 4,200-litre cargo area
- 152 Nm, 14 Nm more torque
- 55-litre fuel tank
- Five-speed manual versus the Traz's CVT
- Two airbags versus six airbags
- No stability control, autonomous braking or reverse camera
Traz
- Five seats and 60:40 split-folding rear seats
- CVT automatic and hill-start assist
- Six airbags, stability control and ASA 3.0 pre-collision braking
- 471-litre boot is far smaller than the NV200's 4,200 litres
- 138 Nm is 14 Nm below the NV200
- 42-litre fuel tank is 13 litres smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM79,800 | RM76,100✓ |
| 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✓ | 105 hp |
| Torque | 152 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 78 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.8 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5MT | — |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 7.14 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,400 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,855 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,725 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,220 kg | 1,145 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 4,200 litres✓ | 471 litres |
| Front Tyre | 165/R14C | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 165/R14C | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full Size 16" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | — | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 14" Steel | 17" Dual-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 14" Steel | 17" Dual-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, ASA 3.0 Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Brake Assist | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player with 2 Speakers | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Smart Link, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB 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 | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| 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 | Electronic |
| 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 Traz FAQ
Is the Nissan NV200 or Perodua Traz better?
The Perodua Traz is better for family transport, with five seats, a CVT, six airbags and active safety assistance. The Nissan NV200 is better only when its 4,200-litre cargo area and two-seat commercial layout match the job.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan NV200 costs RM3,700 more than the Perodua Traz.
Which has the better safety kit?
The Perodua Traz has the stronger safety kit: six airbags, stability control, blind-spot information, reverse camera and ASA 3.0 pre-collision braking. The Nissan NV200 has driver and passenger airbags, ABS/EBD and brake assist.
