In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare 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 help you save time on research.
The OTR price of 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 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, Proton X70's starting price is indeed RM 38,200 cheaper than Subaru Crosstrek. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But you should also note that the cost savings of a few thousand might involve trade-offs in equipment, depending on your specific needs.

Proton X70's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).
Subaru Crosstrek's safety rating is 5★ (Euro NCAP), active safety systems include EyeSight.
Regarding safety features, both cars have received good ratings. However, there are some differences in functionality between Proton X70's ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) and Subaru Crosstrek's EyeSight. If you value active safety, you can compare the feature lists of both closely.

Proton X70 body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Subaru Crosstrek body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
The dimensions of the two cars are almost the same, with little difference in interior space. Cars in this class are more than enough for daily use.

Proton X70 uses FWD drive system.
Subaru Crosstrek uses FWD drive system.
The drive types of the two cars are the same, both are FWD, and there won't be much difference in daily driving experience.
Overall, Proton X70 and Subaru Crosstrek are both 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 car dealerships, and then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time doing research will definitely not be a mistake.