In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X90 and Honda CR-V when choosing a car. These two cars have quite similar price points and positioning. Today we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
The OTR price for Proton X90 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.
The OTR price for Honda CR-V in Malaysia is RM 178,200 - 195,900, with a total of 4 variants, 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.
From a price perspective, 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, also note that the price difference of a few thousand may involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific requirements.

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 are quite comprehensive for this class. New cars nowadays have good safety, no need to worry too much about this.

Proton X90 adopts FWD drive system.
Honda CR-V adopts FWD drive system.
Both cars have the same drive system, both are FWD, daily driving experience will not have much difference.

Proton X90 warranty 5 years/150,000km, service interval 10,000km or 6 months.
Honda CR-V warranty 5 years/unlimited mileage, service interval 10,000km or 6 months.

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, prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, personal experience is the most important.

Overall, Proton X90 and Honda CR-V are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. It is suggested to do your homework, compare quotes from several dealerships, 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.