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Proton X70 or Tucson? A comparison to save you the time of doing research

2026-08-08 13:40:00
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In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers often compare Proton X70 and Hyundai Tucson when choosing a car.

Price and Versions

The OTR price for 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 for 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 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, note that the cheaper cost of a few thousand may involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific requirements.

Hyundai Tucson Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Performance and Fuel Economy

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

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

Both cars use the same powertrain system, so the driving experience is basically the same in daily use. Fuel consumption is also similar, so no need to fuss over this point.

Hyundai Tucson Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Safety Features

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

The Hyundai Tucson's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include SmartSense.

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

Hyundai Tucson Exterior Image 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Space and Comfort

Proton X70 vehicle length is 4400 mm, trunk is 400 L.

Hyundai Tucson vehicle length is 4400 mm, trunk is 400 L.

The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, with little difference in interior space. This class of cars is completely sufficient for daily use.

Maintenance and Service

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

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

Summary

Overall, Proton X70 and Hyundai Tucson are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your homework, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major decision; spending some time researching is never a mistake.

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