X90 vs WR-V? This comparison saves you research time

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X90 and Honda WR-V when choosing a car. These two vehicles are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.

Price and Variants

Proton X90 OTR price in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,800, with a total of 4 variants, including 2026 1.5T Prime X (RM 122,800), 2026 1.5T Prime (RM 116,800), 2026 1.5T Lite (RM 106,800), etc.

Honda WR-V OTR price in Malaysia is RM 89,900 - 107,900, with a total of 4 variants, including 2023 1.5L V (RM 99,900), 2023 1.5L E (RM 95,900), 2023 1.5L S (RM 89,900), etc.

From a price perspective, Honda WR-V's starting price is RM 16,900 cheaper than Proton X90. Honestly, in this price segment, a difference of a few thousand is not that significant, the key lies in overall value for money and long-term usage costs.

Power and Fuel Economy

Proton X90 is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.

Honda WR-V is equipped with a 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.

In terms of power, Proton X90's 1.5L Turbo has 35 more horsepower than Honda WR-V's 1.5L 4-cyl, providing more confidence in mid-range acceleration, especially when overtaking on the highway. However, Honda WR-V's fuel consumption might be more favorable, and the difference for daily city commuting will not be too significant.

Safety Features

Proton X90 safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).

Honda WR-V safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Honda SENSING.

Both cars have the same safety rating, safety features are quite comprehensive in this class. New cars generally do not have poor safety, so no need to worry too much about this point.

Space and Comfort

Proton X90 body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

Honda WR-V body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

Both cars have almost the same dimensions, interior space differences are minimal. Cars in this class are completely sufficient for daily use.

Maintenance and Servicing

Proton X90 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Honda WR-V warranty 5 years/unlimited mileage, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Conclusion

Overall, Proton X90 and Honda WR-V are both very good car models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one mainly depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research, comparing quotes from several dealers, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major matter, spending some time on research will never be wrong.