In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Proton X70 and Subaru Crosstrek 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 save you time doing research.
The Proton X70's 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.
The Subaru Crosstrek's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 145,000 - 160,000, with a total of 1 version, including 2.0L e-Boxer (RM 150,000), etc.
From a price perspective, the starting price of the Proton X70 is indeed RM 38,200 cheaper than the Subaru Crosstrek. If your budget is limited, the Proton entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, you should also note that the cheaper few thousand ringgit might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your needs.

The Proton X70 uses FWD drive method.
The Subaru Crosstrek uses FWD drive method.
The drive methods for both cars are the same, both are FWD, and there won't be a huge difference in daily driving experience.

Proton X70 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Subaru Crosstrek warranty 3 years/100,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Both the Proton X70 and Subaru Crosstrek 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 configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, as personal experience is the most important.
Overall, both the Proton X70 and Subaru Crosstrek are 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 research, compare quotes from several car dealers, and then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time doing research will never be wrong.