In Cars, Local News, Perodua / By Gerard Lye / 15 July 2022 10:25 am / 25 comments

It was previously rumoured that Perodua is working on a B-segment SUV that will be positioned above the Ativa in the line-up. Back in March this year, we reported that the carmaker carried out a market survey to gather opinions related to the yet-to-be-confirmed model, which is said to be codenamed D66B.

At the time, rendering maestro Theophilus Chin created a few renders of what such a vehicle might look like based on a Suzuki Vitara. Now, he’s back with another set of renders, this time using the Toyota Yaris Cross as a starting point.

At 4,180 mm long, 1,765 mm wide and 1,560 mm tall, the Yaris Cross is larger than the Ativa, which measures 4,065 mm long and 1,710 mm wide, although the latter is taller at 1,635 mm. When it comes to wheelbase, the Toyota B-segment SUV has the advantage given its longer overall length, spanning 2,560 mm to the Ativa’s 2,525 mm. According to Theo, the wheelbase of the rendered vehicle is actually 50 mm longer and the overall length has been increased, making it actually even larger than the Yaris Cross it is based on.

The natural competitor to a Perodua B-segment SUV will be Proton’s own X50 that is larger still at 4,330 mm long, 1,800 mm wide, 1,609 mm tall and with a wheelbase of 2,600 mm. Theo’s previous imagining of a Perodua B-segment SUV is said to be 4,320 mm long, 1,770 mm wide and 1,685 tall, which is closer to Proton’s compact SUV in terms of size. According to Theo

Dimensions aside, Theo transformed the Yaris Cross into an imagined Perodua model by replacing the Toyota’s rounded face for an aggressive, X-themed one as seen on both the Ativa and Myvi. The new bumper, which protrudes further and sports a more angular grille and lower intake, is joined by a front faux skid plate as well as sharper headlamps with revised bonnet shut lines to match.

Down the sides, a strong belt line has been added to link the front and rear lighting units, while a prominent crease appears between the doors. The roundish black body cladding of the Yaris Cross also gets revised to match the sharper overall look, while the haunches have been downplayed somewhat.

You’ll also notice the D-pillars have been altered to negate the Yaris Cross’ swooping roofline, which should promote more headroom for rear passengers. This is most obvious when viewing the vehicle from the rear three quarters, where the full-width taillights (linked by a centre trim piece) are slimmer and no longer contact the rear window.

The two-piece Harrier-like taillights instead extend into the fenders and point towards the rear wheels, joined by bold crease lines originating from the tailgate. This too has been revised to accommodate the taillights that sit lower, and the black trim in the lengthened lower apron is now smaller.

Theo’s first take on a Perodua B-segment SUV

As for technical details, it’s purely hearsay for now. The word on the wire is that the Perodua B-segment SUV will be built on the Daihatsu New Global Architecture (DNGA) that is also used by the Ativa, Daihatsu Xenia, Avanza, Veloz and the upcoming Alza. It’s also said to pack the same 1.5 litre 2NR-VE Dual VVT-i engine as the Myvi, paired with a D-CVT.

Other elements of the rumour include a debut in 2023 as well as a projected starting price of RM73,000, which is close to the top-spec Ativa 1.0 AV and undercuts the X50 that starts from RM79,200. As with anything rumour-related take what you read here with a pinch of salt pending official confirmation from the carmaker.

In any case, what do you think of Theo’s second take on the Perodua B-segment SUV? Based on the rumours and speculated details, are you looking forward to such a model coming to market? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

Nice rendering by Theo but as usual, the real thing if it happens will always be far from the rendering. So, dont get too excited yet!

As usual, Theo’s designs are so exciting compared to actual P2 cars. High time for P2 to sack their designers and hire Theo!

Perodua’s product is at a different playing field (no pun intended). it’s on the budget side to deliver reliable products to customers who are more priced concious. Proton (Geely models) on the other hand is more premium product. the moment u step on the throttle of the X50,instantly u realize the satisfaction that no sub 100k can offer. so yeah, in my opinion there is no taking on X50.. both have different customer groups.

How come P2/Daihatsu no spare parts and let customer wait months for warranty claim but still can produce new cars everyday? Hmmm

Please please please include Paddle shifting… and if its a 1.5 engine, will Perodua finally launch their own 1.5 Turbo engine?

Ratio like a Volvo XC40 mixed with Lexus UX, lower CG and Coupe Looks.

Bring it on!!! Good job P2!!!

My thoughts? Please brace yourself for another 15 teasers in 2023

Pls take my money now!

Should just rebadge the corolla cross and sell it under 100k…

Nice, better design than Vlos and HR-V.

Vios doesn’t look really bad. Upcoming vios should look even more better

Toyota will sell this at other country too. Est price more expensive than Veloz.

Thailand selling Veloz full spec RM111k.

Ativa was such a fail when consumers prefer to pay a bit more and get a bigger SUV. Now Perodua has to scramble and come out a real X50 fighter but it might already be too late. Dejavu in that sense back when Proton had the smaller car (Savvy) which did not fare well against Perodua’s larger one (Myvi), ironically the tables have turned for both their fates and this might similarly trigger the change in their fortunes.

slowly fall in love with this design! just take my money now

It will be based on India’s Toyota Hyryder which is already launched in India.

2023,new axia. Then new bezza with minor change,might be this new suv 2025. But for sure not 2023

I tested these two models and actually both are under the same segment, Ativa/Raize interior is roomier than Yaris Cross.

this look garang & handsome like lexus… copycat again

Looking impressive and compact the colour is beautiful press button brakes and paddle shift should be included.

So until today why no figure on Ativa’s sales? Dismal figure?

Nice if fitted wt AWD and rear disc brake. Engine output shall be considered sufficient by designer.

Toyota cross re-badged, under rm100k, comes with eco-idiotled system. Must well rebadge the vios first, sedan still people’s first choice favourites.

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