In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X70 and Hyundai Tucson when choosing a car. The price and positioning of these two cars are quite similar. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to save you 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 Hyundai Tucson in Malaysia is RM 143,888 - 197,888, with a total of 5 versions, including 2025 HEV 1.6T AT 2WD Prestige (RM 197,888), 2025 1.6T DCT 4WD Prestige (RM 186,888), 2025 1.6T DCT 2WD Prime (RM 164,888), etc.
From a price perspective, the starting price of Proton X70 is indeed RM 37,088 cheaper than Hyundai Tucson. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, note that the saving of a few thousand might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Proton X70 is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, horsepower 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
Hyundai Tucson is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, horsepower 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
Both cars use the same powertrain, so the driving experience is basically the same. Fuel consumption is also similar, so no need to worry too much about this.

Proton X70 adopts FWD drive mode.
Hyundai Tucson adopts FWD drive mode.
Both cars have the same drive mode, both are FWD, so there will not be much difference in daily driving experience.

Proton X70 warranty 5 years/150,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Hyundai Tucson warranty 5 years/300,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Both Proton X70 and Hyundai Tucson are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, as personal experience is the most important.
Overall, both Proton X70 and Hyundai Tucson are very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose mainly depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your homework, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major event, spending some time on research will never go wrong.