Verdict
These two B-segment SUVs split on ownership routine rather than space alone. The QV-E brings a 201 hp, 285 Nm front motor, a 52.5 kWh battery rated at 370 km and 60 kW DC charging, but its 320-litre boot trails the Traz by 151 litres. The Traz answers with a 105 hp/138 Nm 1.5-litre petrol drivetrain, 471 litres of luggage room and rear air-con vents. Factor in the QV-E’s RM215 monthly battery rental for nine years; its annual road tax is RM160 against RM120.
Pick the Perodua QV-E if a 370 km rated EV range, 201 hp motor and adaptive cruise control matter more than a larger boot and rear air-con vents.
Pick the Perodua Traz if you need its 471-litre boot, rear air-con vents and full-size spare tyre, and prefer a petrol drivetrain without battery rental.
Key differences
- Powertrain: QV-E has a 201 hp/285 Nm electric motor; Traz has a 105 hp/138 Nm 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine.
- Energy storage: QV-E has a 52.5 kWh battery with 370 km rated range; Traz has a 42-litre fuel tank.
- Boot space: QV-E has 320 litres; Traz has 471 litres.
- Dimensions: QV-E is 4,170 mm long with a 2,680 mm wheelbase; Traz is 4,310 mm long with a 2,620 mm wheelbase.
- Warranty: QV-E gets six years/150,000 km; Traz gets five years/150,000 km.
- Cruise control: QV-E has adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go and steering assist; Traz has no cruise control.
QV-E
- 201 hp and 285 Nm electric motor
- 52.5 kWh battery rated for 370 km
- Adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera
- 320-litre boot versus the Traz’s 471 litres
- No rear air-con vents
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare tyre
Traz
- 471-litre boot
- Rear air-con vents and a full-size spare tyre
- Front foglamps
- 105 hp and 138 Nm versus the QV-E’s 201 hp and 285 Nm
- Five-year warranty versus six years for the QV-E
- No cruise control, while the QV-E has adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM69,999✓ | RM76,100 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 105 hp |
| Torque | — | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 285 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 52.5 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 370 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 60 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 165 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,170 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,502 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,600 kg | 1,145 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 320 litres | 471 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/50R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size 16" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Atlas A3 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Dual-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Dual-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | RM215 a month for BaaS battery rental (inclusive of tax, and for nine years) | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats. | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, ASA 3.0 Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection | Yes, ASA 3.0 Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors with LED Light Bar | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED with LED Light Bar | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Smart Link, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up/Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 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.
Used QV-E & Traz for sale
QV-E vs Traz FAQ
Is the Perodua QV-E or Perodua Traz better?
The QV-E is the stronger choice for EV driving, with 201 hp, 370 km rated range and adaptive cruise control. The Traz is better for luggage and family cabin practicality, with a 471-litre boot, rear air-con vents and a full-size spare.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua QV-E costs RM69,999 and the Perodua Traz costs RM76,100, making the Traz RM6,101 dearer upfront. The QV-E also carries a RM215 monthly battery rental, inclusive of tax, for nine years.
How do their charging and refuelling provisions differ?
The QV-E supports 6.6 kW AC charging, 60 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L from its 52.5 kWh battery. The petrol Traz uses a 42-litre fuel tank.
