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Must-See Guide for Buying a Car in Malaysia: Proton X90 and Honda CR-V Comparison

2026-08-10 13:20:01
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In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers often compare Proton X90 and Honda CR-V when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will conduct a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save 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 CR-V in Malaysia is RM 178,200 - 195,900, with a total of 4 versions, including 2026 e:HEV 2.0L 2WD RS (RM 195,900), 2026 1.5T 4WD V (RM 181,900), 2026 e:HEV 2.0L 2WD E (RM 178,200), etc.

Looking at the price, the starting price of Proton X90 is indeed RM 71,400 cheaper than Honda CR-V. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, note that the lower price might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Proton X90 Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Power and Fuel Consumption

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

Honda CR-V comes equipped with a 2.0L 4-cyl, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.0 L/100km.

In terms of power, Honda CR-V's 2.0L 4-cyl has 30 hp more than Proton X90's 1.5L Turbo. However, for daily city driving, the power of both cars is sufficient and will not feel inadequate.

Proton X90 Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Safety Features

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

Honda CR-V 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 in this class are quite comprehensive. New cars nowadays generally have good safety, no need to worry too much about this.

Proton X90 Exterior Image 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Maintenance and Servicing

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

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

Honda CR-V Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Who Is It Suitable For

Proton X90 and Honda CR-V are both mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, consider the one with better reputation first; if you care more about cost-performance ratio and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both models; personal experience is the most important.

Honda CR-V Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Summary

Overall, Proton X90 and Honda CR-V 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 homework, compare quotes from several dealerships, and test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major decision; spending time researching will never be wrong.

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