Proton X90 or Honda HR-V? Real Car Reviews Tell You the Answer

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X90 and Honda HR-V 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 on research.

Price and Versions

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

The OTR price of Honda HR-V in Malaysia is RM 115,900 - 143,900, with a total of 4 versions, including 2026 e:HEV 1.5L RS (RM 143,900), 2026 1.5T V (RM 137,900), 2026 1.5T E (RM 130,900), etc.

In terms of price, the starting price of Proton X90 is indeed RM 9,100 cheaper than Honda HR-V. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But also note, the few thousand ringgit difference might have trade-offs in features, it depends on your needs.

Safety Features

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

Honda HR-V's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM).

Both cars have the same safety rating, safety features are quite complete within this class. New cars these days have good safety, no need to worry too much about this.

Configuration and Technology

Proton X90 adopts FWD drive mode.

Honda HR-V adopts FWD drive mode.

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

Maintenance and Care

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

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

Summary

Overall, Proton X90 and Honda HR-V are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing research, compare quotes from several dealerships, then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time on research will definitely not be wrong.