In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X90 and Toyota Yaris Cross when choosing a car.
Proton X90's OTR price 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.
Toyota Yaris Cross's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 99,900 - 109,900, with a total of 2 versions, including 2026 1.5L Standard (RM 99,900), 2026 HEV 1.5L Standard (RM 109,900), etc.
From a price perspective, the starting price of Toyota Yaris Cross is RM 6,900 cheaper than Proton X90. Honestly, in this price segment, a difference of a few thousand is actually not significant; the key lies in overall value for money and long-term usage costs.

Proton X90 is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
Toyota Yaris Cross is equipped with 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.
Regarding power, the 1.5L Turbo in Proton X90 has 35 more horsepower than the 1.5L 4-cyl in Toyota Yaris Cross, providing more confidence in mid-range acceleration, especially when overtaking on highways. However, the fuel consumption of Toyota Yaris Cross might be more friendly, and the difference during daily city commuting won't be significant.

Proton X90 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Toyota Yaris Cross warranty 5 years/unlimited mileage, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Both Proton X90 and Toyota Yaris Cross are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about value for money and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, as personal experience is the most important.

Overall, both Proton X90 and Toyota Yaris Cross are very good models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your homework, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big deal, spending time doing research will never be wrong.