In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X70 and MG MG HS when choosing a car. The two models are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
The OTR price of Proton X70 in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,300, with a total of 3 versions, including 1.5L Standard 2WD (RM 106,800), 1.5L Executive 2WD (RM 115,800), 1.5L Premium 2WD (RM 122,300) etc.
The OTR price of MG MG HS in Malaysia is RM 130,450 - 146,450, with a total of 2 versions, including 1.5L Standard (RM 105,000), 1.5L Executive (RM 115,000) etc.
From the price perspective, Proton X70's starting price is indeed RM 23,650 cheaper than MG MG HS. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version is already sufficient for daily needs. However, note that the few thousand difference might involve compromises in features, depending on your specific requirements.
Proton X70 is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption is 7.0 L/100km.
MG MG HS is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption is 7.0 L/100km.
Both cars use the same powertrain, and the driving experience is basically the same in daily use. Fuel consumption is also similar, so there is no need to worry too much about this point.
The safety rating of Proton X70 is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).
The safety rating of MG MG HS is TBD, active safety systems include Basic.
In terms of safety features, both cars have received good ratings. However, there are some functional differences between Proton X70's ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) and MG MG HS's Basic. If you value active safety, you can compare the feature lists of both carefully.
Proton X70 comes with a 5-year/150,000km warranty, with maintenance intervals every 10,000km or 6 months.
MG MG HS comes with a 7-year/150,000km warranty, with maintenance intervals every 10,000km or 6 months.
Overall, both Proton X70 and MG MG HS are excellent models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your homework, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and test driving before making a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time on research is definitely the right choice.