This is actually the first serious release from Perodua after two years! Well, I wouldn't consider their recent EV launch as something serious, more like an experiment for their subscription style service and an experiment on how to do electric. But this, the new 2026 onwards Perodua Traz is helluva important as it is basically their brand topping B segment SUV for the masses. At RM76,100 onwards, in two variants (one more is a two tone coloured version only) it should satisfy those that want a larger car with that Perodua badge on it.
Not only that, this is actually the Daihatsu New Global Architecture (DNGA) based Toyota Yaris Cross.The development of the model was done by Daihatsu through a joint Toyota-Daihatsu internal company known as Emerging-market Compact Car Company (ECC).and it shares the DNGA-B platform with the AC100 series current Toyota Vios/Yaris sedan which is sold here by UMW Toyota. This is actually different from the Yaris Cross we see in Japan, as that is a TNGA platform SUV (which a shorter wheelbase, and it smaller - Trez is 2620mm vs 2520mm for the XP201 Yaris Cross). So many changes for a car with the same name.
The front section of the DNGA Yaris Cross or for Malaysia, the Trez, is shared with the Toyota Avanza/Veloz/Perodua Alza, and you see the engine bay as well as the basic shape of the dashboard similar to the cars mentioned above. The floorpan and wheelbase have been altered to suit and you see the changes to the body panels up front as well as the adjusted length and other body changes compared to the cars mentioned herein.
This does make the Trez an interesting product. It is powered by a 1.5liter petrol engine and no hybrid version is offered by Perodua. I suppose Perodua is catering to the widest market possible, and that affordable pricetag coupled with the nice Toyota-like looks is sure to make this a hit among Malaysians.
The Trez is front wheel drive, 1.5liter petrol engine making 145Nm torque and 120ps. That engine is coupled to a CVT type gearbox making this exactly like what we have in the Perodua Alza and Myvi. When it comes to economics of scale, one cannot beat Perodua here. Oh, and it still gets the ASEAN NCAP 5Star rating also - click here to read the details of it..
The Trez is also a long time coming. Indonesia got the Yaris Cross in June 2023 and unfortunately due to the recent debacle that involved many Toyota group brands sometime in that year (due to crash testing results or something like that), the launch of the Trez or any new products by Perodua was delayed till recently. So this launch is actually a significant thing for Perodua. And I do see competitors of the brand quaking in their boots after this. Even before launching any new models for about two years, the brand is still market leader, this TREZ will make things feel even hotter for the other brands out there.
I actually like this Trez. The styling, pricing and traditional drivetrain suits my buying needs actually. These days I like the reliability of a Toyota/Daihatsu. Maybe in my older age I have mellowed a little andThe Trez is nice to consider. Not as a sporty ride, but as a reliable means of transport.
PRESS RELEASE and OFFICIAL BROCHURE BELOW
Perodua introduces latest SUV starting from RM76,100
Petaling Jaya, 17 Dec: Perodua ends the year with the launch of its latest Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) – the Perodua Traz – a 5-seater designed for those looking for urban adventure and family fun.
The Perodua Traz is designed to be Perodua’s most user-friendly vehicle to date, with the tagline “Engineered Simply”, the urban SUV is made with Malaysian drivers’ preference and needs in mind.
The SUV is priced from RM76,100 to RM82,000 (on the road price, without insurance) and is aimed at complementing its range of SUVs such as the Perodua Aruz and Ativa.
“We believe that this model has its unique market niche and we expect sales to be around 1,900 units per month,” Perodua President and Chief Executive Officer, Dato’ Sri Zainal Abidin Ahmad said.
Dato’ Sri Zainal said the project cost is RM563.3 million and is produced at the Perodua Manufacturing Sdn Bhd plant in Sungai Choh, Rawang. The car has 95% of local content.
He added that Perodua expects the car to impact positively towards the company’s registration number from 2026 onwards and the delivery is expected to commence immediately in Peninsular Malaysia.
Customers are encouraged to visit the nearest Perodua showroom to test drive the vehicle and make their bookings.
The Perodua Traz has a fuel efficiency of 21.3 kilometres per litre based on the Malaysia Driving Cycle Mode.
The Perodua Traz comes in several colours including Cranberry Red, Electric Blue with Black Roof, Glittering Silver, Ivory White and Granite Grey.
Special features of the vehicle include power back door with kick sensor for easy access to the boot and rear air-conditioner vent.
For further details on Perodua Traz’s other features, please refer to our e-brochure as well as visit our website at www.perodua.com.my
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