Perodua QV-E
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| Perodua QV-E | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Perodua |
| Model code | P01A |
| Production | December 2025 – present |
| Assembly | Malaysia: Sungai Choh, Selangor |
| Designer | Chok Jia Jiunn |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact crossover SUV (B) |
| Body style | 5-door coupe SUV |
| Layout | Front-motor, front-wheel-drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Electric motor | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Power output | 150 kW (204 PS; 201 hp) |
| Battery | 52.5 kWh LFP CATL |
| Electric range | 445 km (277 mi) (NEDC) |
| Plug-in charging | |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm (105.5 in) |
| Length | 4,170 mm (164.2 in) |
| Width | 1,800 mm (70.9 in) |
| Height | 1,502 mm (59.1 in) |
| Kerb weight | 1,600 kg (3,527 lb) |
The Perodua QV-E is a battery electric vehicle developed by Malaysian automaker Perodua. It is a car with a body style described as a 'sportback crossover'. The model was introduced in December 2025 jointly by Perodua and the Malaysian government.
The model follows the earlier eMO concept series showcased in 2024 and 2025. It is the first electric vehicle from Perodua, and the product developed by Perodua independently from its parent company Daihatsu. Developed in a span of two years, the QV-E is based on a modular platform co-developed with Magna Steyr, and uses LFP battery sourced from Chinese supplier CATL.
The name QV-E is an acronym for 'Quest for Visionary Electric Vehicle'.
Development
The QV-E project, internally designated P01A, began in August 2023 after a directive from the Malaysian government to produce a locally developed EV. Perodua invested approximately RM800 million and 266,000 man-hours in research and development. With no suitable donor model from its parent company Daihatsu, Perodua collaborated with Austrian engineering and contract manufacturing firm Magna Steyr to co-develop a modular platform that will underpin future models, including sedans, hatchbacks, and SUVs.[1]
The development of the QV-E was preceded by a series of concept vehicles under the Electric Motion Online (eMO) program. The first concept, eMO-II, debuted at the Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show in late 2024 as a five-door hatchback.[2] This was followed by the final eMO prototype showcased at the Malaysia Autoshow in May 2025, which is a B-segment SUV with a sporty silhouette and higher ground clearance. The prototype featured design elements such as flush door handles, full-width LED light bars, and 18-inch wheels, the largest ever fitted to a Perodua vehicle. The eMO prototype also previewed digital rear-view mirror, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, and physical climate controls. During this stage, Perodua confirmed its adoption of a Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model and announced performance targets of 0–100 km/h in six to seven seconds, a top speed of 165 km/h (103 mph), and a range of approximately 400 km (250 mi).[3]
Pre-production of the QV-E began in September 2025.[4]
eMO-II Concept, previewing the QV-E
Introduction
The Perodua QV-E and officially launched on December 1, 2025, at the Ministry of International Trade and Industry headquarters in Kuala Lumpur. It is regarded as Malaysia's first fully homegrown battery electric vehicle and dubbed as a "significant milestone" in the nation's automotive industry.
The QV-E was developed to support Malaysia's New Industrial Master Plan 2030, which aims to accelerate the development of a local EV ecosystem. Perodua targets 50% local content by early 2026 and 70% by 2030, including key EV components such as traction motors.[5] The QV-E is priced higher than some competitors, and higher than any other Perodua model, as it is positioned as a "lifestyle-oriented model".
The vehicle is priced excluding battery leasing cost. Perodua offers monthly payments for the car and battery lease combined. Mass production has commenced at Perodua's Smart Mobility Plant in Sungai Choh, with additional operations at Tan Chong's Serendah facility. Initial sales targets are set at 500 units per month, with plans to increase to 3,000 units per month by late 2026. The QV-E is available at selected Perodua EV outlets across Malaysia.[6]
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