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Must-See Guide for Buying a Car in Malaysia: Proton X70 vs Hyundai Tucson Comparison

2026-08-07 19:00:04
DailyEVUserHK
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In the SUV market in Malaysia, many buyers compare Proton X70 and Hyundai Tucson when choosing a car. These two models are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.

Price and Versions

The OTR price of the 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 the 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.

Looking at the price, the starting price of the Proton X70 is indeed RM 37,088 cheaper than the Hyundai Tucson. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, you should also note that the few thousand cheaper might involve trade-offs in features, which depends on your specific requirements.

Hyundai Tucson Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Power and Fuel Economy

The Proton X70 is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.

The Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.

Both cars use the same powertrain, so the driving experience feels basically the same in daily use. Fuel economy is also similar, so there is no need to worry too much about this point.

Hyundai Tucson Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Safety Features

The Proton X70 safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), with active safety systems including ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).

The Hyundai Tucson safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), with active safety systems including SmartSense.

Both cars have the same safety rating; in this class, the safety features are quite comprehensive. New cars nowadays generally have good safety standards, so there is no need to worry too much about this.

Hyundai Tucson Exterior Image 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Maintenance and Service

Proton X70 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Hyundai Tucson warranty 5 years/300,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Suitable For Whom

Both the 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 ratio and features, choose the one with richer configurations. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both models, as experiencing it firsthand is the most important.

Summary

Overall, both the 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. It is recommended to do your research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major matter, spending time on research will never be wrong.

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