Tested: Daihatsu Terios 1.5 SX MT (top of the range)

Mechanical:
Type: Four Wheel Drive
Engine: 1495 cc, DOHC, DVVT
Top Speed: 159kmh / 99mph
0-100kmh: 12.6 sec
Power: 103 bhp @6000rpm
Power: 140 nm @4400rpm

Physical:
Seats: 5
Length: 4075 mm
Width: 1745 mm
Height: 1740 mm
Wheelbase: 2580 mm

Capacity: 778 litres with rearseat folded
Capacity: 380 litres without rearseat folded
Price: 12,995 UK pounds / RM 77,113

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Tested: Perodua Nautica 1.5 Auto (top of the range)

Mechanical:
Type: Four Wheel Drive
Engine: 1495 cc, DOHC, DVVT
Top Speed: 150+ kmh / 93mph
0-100kmh: 12.3 sec
Power: 105 bhp @6000rpm
Power: 141 nm @4400rpm

Physical:
Seats: 5
Length: 4115 mm
Width: 1695 mm
Height: 1740
Wheelbase: 2580
Capacity: 778 litres with rearseat folded
Capacity: 380 litres without rearseat folded
Price: RM 89,990


Tested: Toyota Rush 1.5 S Auto (top of the range)

Mechanical:
Type: Rear Wheel Drive
Engine: 1495 cc, DOHC, VVT-i
Top Speed: 150+ kmh / 93mph
0-100kmh: 12.3 sec
Power: 109 bhp @6000rpm
Power: 144 nm @4400rpm

Physical:
Seats: 5
Length: 4405 mm
Width: 1695 mm
Height: 1745 mm
Wheelbase: 2685 mm
Capacity: 780++ litres with rearseat folded
Capacity: 380 litres without rearseat folded
Price: RM 94,000


"Verdict":

Daihatsu Terios: A lot better than the old model. Extra credit for its originality.
Perodua Nautica: Stylish and fashionable SUV. Extra credit for its 4WD.
Toyota Rush: Nicer badge than the other two. Extra credit for irs seven seats.