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Perodua Traz teased again – D66B crossover based on Toyota Yaris Cross to debut next week?

Perodua Traz teased again – D66B crossover based on Toyota Yaris Cross to debut next week?

Perodua has released another teaser for its upcoming model after an earlier one last week, which is likely to be its B-segment crossover codenamed D66B, to be named Nexis, or Traz. The latest teaser image shows more of the Nexis/Traz in another angle, though its shape has been seen elsewhere courtesy of the Toyota Yaris Cross, which has been launched in Indonesia and Thailand in 2023.

Compared to the Yaris Cross, the Perodua version of the B-segment crossover appears to wear some detail changes. An earlier teaser image revealed that that national brand’s version will have a front grille that features L-shaped patterns instead of the U-shaped pattern design on the Yaris Cross.

Here we get another look at the vehicle’s front with some brightening of the image, and this reveals front bumper corner inserts which differ from those of the Yaris Cross, namely a design that is more elaborate than the triangular items on the equivalent Toyota. On the Yaris Cross, the second, smaller unit above the lamp is a parking sensor.

2023 Toyota Yaris Cross, Thailand market

Powertrain for the Perodua Nexis/Traz remains to be confirmed, though for reference the Yaris Cross in Indonesia a 2NR-VE 1.5 litre naturally-aspirated four-cylinder petrol engine that makes 106 PS and 138 Nm, paired with either a five-speed manual or CVT. Thailand meanwhile gets a hybrid powertrain pairing a 91 PS/121 Nm 2NR-VEX 1.5 litre NA four-cylinder with an 80 PS/141 Nm e-motor for a combined 111 PS.

Much is shared between the upcoming Perodua B-SUV and the Toyota Yaris Cross, and the latter has scored a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating in August this year. As for the Nexis and Traz names, these were filed as trademarks by the Malaysian automaker with the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO) more than three years ago.

Five more days, says the Instagram post by Perodua, which should mean that the debut for the Nexis/Traz is scheduled for next week. The B-segment crossover codenamed D66B is positioned above the Ativa, which starts at RM62,500 OTR without insurance, reaching up to RM73,100 or RM73,400 for the AV variant’s two-tone paint option. How much do you think this will be priced?

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Open roads and closed circuits hold great allure for Mick Chan. Driving heaven to him is exercising a playful chassis on twisty paths; prizes ergonomics and involvement over gadgetry. Spent three years at a motoring newspaper and short stint with a magazine prior to joining this website.

 

Comments

  • So this one how, engine sold separately?

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    • Loke Siew Fook Sr on Dec 13, 2025 at 6:46 pm

      Your Excellency En.Abu
      Hahaha…this one…engine ,transmission,aircon,ball joint,undercarriage….all separately priced.
      Another blockbuster failure like the EV,where u have to sewa the battery for life.

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    • You have to subscribe those tyres on monthly basis. Thank you.

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    • opmanmy on Dec 15, 2025 at 8:41 am

      EaaS…lol…engine as a service?!

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    • kogila on Dec 15, 2025 at 9:03 am

      no, the engine is fully owned by the buyer.
      but the gearbox may be subscription based LOL

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    • Simba on Dec 16, 2025 at 10:03 am

      Petrol tank to let

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  • Curious on Dec 12, 2025 at 8:34 pm

    Finally after 3 yrs of waiting, they decided to launch tis vehicle,Nexis,to overcome the failure of the first in-house EV launch. Expect the price to b below 85k if not it wil b a second disaster.

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  • The Roslan Dude from Great Wall on Dec 12, 2025 at 9:02 pm

    It seems the Perodua EV is a massive flop due to the battery rental issue.
    Perhaps ,P2 should focus on this D66B since the Aruz is gonna be Jurassic soon.

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    • Aruz is 7 seater, this one is just 5 seater

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    • Perodua should change the entire marketing team. Wrong pricing, wrong promotional model, wrong product positioning plus underwhelming launching event.

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  • Car body only rm85k. Engine and tyre come seperately.

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  • Hi proton n eco idle on Dec 14, 2025 at 11:07 am

    Car models nowadays bundled in useless features that can’t be removed.
    I just want a simple car with 2 airbags, a standard reverse camera like the new saga.

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  • too legit to quit on Dec 15, 2025 at 9:54 am

    Is an alza in a 5 seater suv frame, if price higher than the alza av then is not legit.

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  • please make this nexis or trash as ugly as possible, cause i wanna buy toyota yaris cross.

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