In this work, a new nonlinear control method is proposed, which integrates the Takagi–Sugeno (T–S) fuzzy model with the Principal Component Analysis (PCA) technique. The approach uses PCA to reduce the system’s dimensionality, minimizing the number of fuzzy rules required in the T–S fuzzy model. This reduction not only simplifies the system variables but also decreases the computational complexity, resulting in a more efficient control with smooth transient responses and zero steady-state error. To validate the performance of this PCA-based approach for both system identification and control, an interconnected double-tank system was employed. The results demonstrate the method’s capacity to maintain control accuracy while reducing computational load, making it a promising solution for applications in industrial and engineering systems that require robust, efficient control mechanisms.