Wapcar Automotive News – The Perodua Ativa and Aruz are currently the only SUVs in the automaker’s lineup, and no matter the used Perodua Ativa or the used Perodua Aruz, both still prevails in the second- hand market. But there have been rumors that a third SUV will join them next year. Rumor has it that Perodua has invited a select group of people to do some market research regarding the anonymous model.
Details are limited, but the model is described as a B-segment SUV built on Daihatsu’s New Global Architecture (DNGA), specifically the DNGA-B version also used by Daihatsu. Toyota Veloz, Toyota Avanza, Daihatsu as well as Daihatsu Xenia.
Several dimensions are also mentioned, with dimensions of 4,320 mm long, 1,770 mm wide and 1,685 high. There is no suggested wheelbase figure, but the car will likely weigh 1,283kg. Compared to other SUVs in the segment, Perodua’s B-segment SUV sits between the Ativa (4220mm length, 1620mm height) and Aruz (4435mm length and height, 1705mm height), but beats both. two (1,659 mm) wide.
Mechanically, it is said to have a D-CVT paired with a 1.5-litre 2NR-VE Dual VVT-i engine – the latter now producing 106hp and 137Nm on the latest Avanza. sold in Indonesia. The naturally aspirated engine – also found in the Aruz – is preferred over the Ativa’s 1.0-litre turbocharged three-cylinder 1KR-VET, which produces 98hp and 140Nm.
In terms of styling, the mysterious SUV is said to have a “coupe” shape, but it will have the same face as the Ativa. Armed with this information, the Theophilus Chin wiz rendering engine produced several mock-ups of the model’s appearance, making the Suzuki Vitara a suitable base by lengthening the wheelbase, increasing space on top of the vehicle. chassis, modified the A-pillars and added larger wheels for better proportions. He then proceeded to integrate the upper body of the XC60 as well as the wheel arches and roof of the Corolla Cross.
These are connecting moldings inspired by the Yaris Cross and Perodua’s X-Concept, the latter being much smaller than the B-segment Perodua SUV. The front has a clear connection to the Ativa, but has an “X” shape. more pointed. “, while the taillights are Sequoia-inspired and connected by a light bar. All the surrounding Perodua badging completes the look.
According to its positioning, the main target of the Perodua B-segment SUV will certainly be the Proton X50, which has the same dimensions with a length of 4,330 mm, a width of 1,800 mm, a height of 1,609 mm and a wheelbase of 2600 mm. The expected starting price of RM73,000 also pushes the price of the X50 down from RM79,200.
For the money (perhaps more on higher spec variants), the model is said to feature Perodua’s suite of advanced safety assistance systems and infotainment system. 9-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay support.
As with anything that comes out of the rumor mill, take everything you’ve read here with a pinch of salt as Perodua has yet to confirm anything like that. The company says it can do two minor changes (facelift) and one complete model change (all new) per year, and by 2022 we expect the next generation Alza and possibly the next generation of Alza. Updates for Aruz and Axia. As mentioned earlier, the new model is expected in 2023.
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