Kajang, Malaysia, 1 December 2025 – The New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN NCAP) is pleased to announce the assessment results for Malaysia’s first homegrown electric vehicle (EV) by Perodua.
The EV concept was first revealed at the Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show 2024 (KLIMS 2024). With the official launch of the all-new Perodua QV-E, ASEAN NCAP is delighted to confirm that the model successfully achieved the highest safety rating under the ASEAN NCAP 2021–2025 assessment protocol.
The new Perodua QV-E underwent the ASEAN NCAP assessment with a stellar result of a 5-Star rating. The hatchback obtained an overall score of 88.36 points, which was made up of the four assessment categories consisting of the Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) category with 36.63 points, the Child Occupant Protection (COP) category with 16.73 points, the Safety Assist (SA) category with 20.00 points and the Motorcyclist Safety (MS) category with 15.00 points.
The eagerly awaited Perodua QV-E model, which is available in one variant, offers standard features of six airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Seatbelt Reminder System (SBR) for both frontal and rear occupants, rear seats occupant detection, Pedestrian Protection (PP), ISOFIX for child safety seat and Child Presence Detection (CPD). The EV model also offers several advanced safety assist technologies comprising Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) City, AEB Inter-Urban, Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Keep Assist (LKA), Blind Spot Detection (BSD) for both the driver- and passenger-side of the vehicle and Automatic High Beam (AHB) as standard equipment in its variant.
ASEAN NCAP is privileged to have conducted the safety assessment of Perodua’s groundbreaking first Electric Vehicle, the QV-E. This vehicle is a testament to Malaysian ingenuity, developed locally in line with the Government’s push for domestic EV manufacturing. Perodua has successfully delivered on its objective: making electric mobility accessible to the broader Malaysian public.
The new Perodua QV-E showcases a clear and commendable commitment to safety, becoming the first Malaysian vehicle model to assess Child Presence Detection (CPD) functionality using direct-sensing technology under the rigorous ASEAN NCAP 2021–2025 protocol. This significant achievement directly addresses the increasing concern surrounding child safety and the risk of children being forgotten in vehicles. Most notably, Perodua has prioritised safety by ensuring the QV-E is equipped with essential and advanced safety features offered as standard equipment.
ASEAN NCAP and MIROS are immensely proud of Perodua for making safety a top priority. We extend our heartfelt congratulations on achieving the well-deserved 5-Star rating. Well done to the entire Perodua team for delivering on this national aspiration to produce a high-safety, locally made EV.
The current ASEAN NCAP 2021–2025 assessment protocol encompasses four assessment domains, with AOP accounting for 40.00 points of the overall score, and COP, SA, and MS each contributing 20.00 points. This year, 2025, marks the final year of the 2021–2025 assessment protocol. Assessment under the 2026–2030 protocol will commence in January 2026.
Full press release for Perodua QV-E
Perodua QV-E assessment report
Perodua QV-E crash test video
