I think the Aruz might be p2’s first flop since a long time

i thought is rusa?

Just want to point out that 2006~7 Perodua trying to replace ageing face-lift sporty looking Kembara CT Aero.


It was selling at RM50~60K price range back then. Perodua did a trial run for Nautica 4x4 with 200 units locally produce bumpers and fully imported from Japan.

Locally produce bumpers meant local paint supplier also LAH, so body and bumper color if you find one today sure to be offset a lot.

2008 intro price was RM80~90K range. So lost local consumer interest LAH. Not to mention small SUV hype have not started in local soil.

Toyota Rush was an extension of Nautica but RWD like Toyota Avanza, and so since Nautica have no local interest Perodua in 2012 manufacture Toyota Avanza locally and UMW Toyota sold with with a good margin.

Now base on the above, you will understand why Daihatsu Xenia / Toyota Rush / Perodua Aruz share the same platform and structure.

IF we go back to 4x4 segment, Perodua had only 2 models which is Kembara and Nautica. Aruz is not 4x4, more like a van or Avanza segment.

So can we rule now that basically Perodua Aruz was basically a jack up Perodua Rusa replacement?

Many people here compare this Aruz with Proton X70... due to close launch dates but both are different segment vehicle.

If to compare, then should be Proton ERTIGA OR Proton EXORA .... LAH!

Rusa flat front minivan with engine under front driver and passenger ... ok agree to your point.

Nissan Livina will be base on Mitsu Xpander... sure Tan Chong will bring in.