In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare the Proton X90 and Toyota Fortuner when choosing a car. These two cars are quite similar in price and positioning. Today we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to save you time on research.
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 Toyota Fortuner in Malaysia is RM 195,880 - 241,880, with a total of 3 versions, 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.
Looking at the price, 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. However, note that the cheaper price by a few thousand might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Proton X90 is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, Horsepower 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a 2.5L Diesel, Horsepower 187 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.5 L/100km.
In terms of power, the Toyota Fortuner's 2.5L Diesel has 47 more horsepower than the Proton X90's 1.5L Turbo. However, for daily city driving, the power of both cars is sufficient and won't feel lacking.

Proton X90's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).
Toyota Fortuner's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include .
Both cars have the same safety rating, and safety features are quite comprehensive for this class. New cars today generally have good safety, so there is 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 identical, with little difference in interior space. For this class of cars, it is more than enough for daily use.

Both Proton X90 and Toyota Fortuner are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale price 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, as experiencing it personally is the most important.

Overall, both Proton X90 and Toyota Fortuner are excellent models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly 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 matter, spending some time doing research will never go wrong.