Proton X70 or Subaru Forester? Real Car Review Tells You the Answer

In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X70 and Subaru Forester when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time doing research.

Price and Versions

Proton X70 OTR price 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.

Subaru Forester OTR price in Malaysia is RM 174,000 - 197,000, with a total of 3 versions, including 2024 2.0L S EyeSight GT Edition (RM 189,538), 2024 2.0L S EyeSight (RM 177,538), 2024 2.0L L EyeSight (RM 167,538), etc.

From a price perspective, Proton X70's starting price is indeed RM 67,200 cheaper than Subaru Forester. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, note that the few thousand cheaper might involve compromises in features, depending on your specific needs.

Safety Features

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

Subaru Forester safety rating is 5★ (Euro NCAP), active safety systems include EyeSight.

Regarding safety features, both cars received good ratings. However, there are some differences in functionality between Proton X70's ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) and Subaru Forester's EyeSight. If you value active safety, you can compare their feature lists carefully.

Features and Technology

Proton X70 adopts FWD drive mode.

Subaru Forester adopts FWD drive mode.

Both cars have the same drive mode, both are FWD, daily driving feel will not differ too much.

Maintenance and Upkeep

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

Subaru Forester warranty 3 years/100,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Conclusion

Overall, Proton X70 and Subaru Forester are both quite good car models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research, compare quotes from a few dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time doing research will definitely not be a mistake.