Perodua has announced revised pricing for its QV-E electric vehicle following a major localisation initiative that has improved production efficiency and lowered costs. The move allows the national automaker to pass on the savings to customers while also introducing a more attractive Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) package.
When the QV-E, short for Quest for Visionary Electric Vehicle, was launched in December last year, it carried a price tag of RM80,000 excluding the battery pack. Customers opting for the BaaS programme were required to pay a monthly battery subscription fee of RM275, or RM297 including tax.
Under the new pricing structure, buyers can now fully own the QV-E, including the battery, for RM93,999. Alternatively, the EV is available for RM69,999 under the BaaS programme, which now comes with a reduced monthly subscription fee of RM215, inclusive of tax, for 9 years. This effectively lowers both the vehicle purchase price and the long-term battery leasing cost.
Perodua President and CEO Datuk Seri Zainal Abidin Ahmad also revealed a limited-time RM6,500 rebate for the QV-E. With the promotion in place, the EV is now priced at RM87,499 for full ownership or RM63,499 under the BaaS option, while maintaining the RM215 monthly battery subscription fee. The promotional pricing is valid until September 30, 2026.
Existing QV-E owners enrolled in the BaaS programme will also benefit from the lower subscription rate. Their monthly payment will automatically be reduced to RM215 from their next billing cycle, and Perodua will provide a special refund arrangement. Customers will be contacted directly by their respective sales advisors regarding the details.
According to Zainal, the BaaS programme is designed to provide peace of mind by allowing Perodua to manage battery maintenance and support throughout the nine-year leasing period. For customers who purchase the battery outright, Perodua also offers a battery buyback option when it reaches the end of its usable life.
The BaaS package includes unlimited mileage coverage and guarantees a minimum battery state of health (SoH) of 70% throughout the nine-year lease period. Customers who opt for full ownership receive an eight-year or 160,000km battery warranty, also with a guaranteed minimum 70% SoH.
Perodua confirmed that current BaaS customers cannot convert their existing vehicles into a full ownership package. Those who wish to own both the vehicle and battery will need to trade in or sell their current QV-E and purchase a new unit under the outright ownership scheme.
The company attributed the pricing revision to increased localisation efforts, which have helped optimise operations and reduce costs. Perodua also disclosed that QV-E production has now exceeded 500 units per month.
As a refresher, the Perodua QV-E is powered by a front-mounted electric motor producing 204PS (150kW) and 285Nm of torque. This enables a 0-100km/h sprint time of 7.5 seconds and a top speed of 165km/h.
Energy is supplied by a 52.5kWh gross lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery sourced from CATL. The liquid-cooled battery pack carries an IP69 rating for water and dust resistance and weighs 405.7kg. With a kerb weight of 1,600kg, the QV-E is roughly 600kg heavier than a Perodua Myvi.
Perodua claims a WLTP-rated driving range of up to 370km on a single charge, placing it ahead of the eMas 5 Premium, which offers 325km of WLTP range from its smaller 40.16kWh LFP battery pack.
Charging support includes DC fast charging at up to 60kW, allowing the battery to charge from 30% to 80% in around 30 minutes. For home charging, the QV-E supports 6.6kW AC charging, with a full 0-100% recharge taking approximately eight hours.
About Post Author
