In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare the Proton X70 and Subaru Crosstrek when choosing a car.
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 Subaru Crosstrek in Malaysia is RM 145,000 - 160,000, with a total of 1 version, including 2.0L e-Boxer (RM 150,000), etc.
In terms of price, the starting price of the Proton X70 is indeed RM 38,200 cheaper than the Subaru Crosstrek. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But also note, the few thousand ringgit cheaper may involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

The Proton X70 body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
The Subaru Crosstrek body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
The dimensions of the two cars are almost the same, with little difference in interior space. For cars at this level, daily use is more than sufficient.

The Proton X70 adopts FWD drive mode.
The Subaru Crosstrek adopts FWD drive mode.
The drive modes of the two cars are the same, both are FWD, and there will not be too much difference in daily driving feel.

Both 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 value for money and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, and personal experience is the most important.
Overall, both Proton X70 and Subaru Crosstrek are very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose mainly depends on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended that everyone do their homework, compare quotes from several car dealers, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time doing homework will definitely not be wrong.