In the SUV market in Malaysia, many buyers often compare Proton X90 and Toyota Fortuner 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 help you save time on research.
The OTR price of Proton X90 in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,800. There are 4 versions in total, 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 Toyota Fortuner in Malaysia is RM 195,880 - 241,880. There are 3 versions in total, including 2024 2.8T VRZ Diesel (RM 241,880), 2024 2.7L SRZ Petrol (RM 202,880), 2024 2.4L Standard Diesel (RM 195,880), etc.
From the price perspective, the starting price of Proton X90 is indeed RM 89,080 cheaper than Toyota Fortuner. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But also note that the cheaper few thousand might have trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

The safety rating of Proton X90 is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP). Active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).
The safety rating of Toyota Fortuner is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP). Active safety systems include.
The safety ratings of both cars are the same. In this class, safety features are quite comprehensive. New cars nowadays do not have poor safety, no need to worry too much about this.

Proton X90 body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Toyota Fortuner body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, with little difference in interior space. Cars in this class are more than enough for daily use.

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

Both Proton X90 and Toyota Fortuner are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commute. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-effectiveness and features, choose the one with richer configurations. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, experiencing them firsthand is the most important.

Overall, both Proton X90 and Toyota Fortuner are 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 research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time on research will definitely not go wrong.