Choose Proton X90 or MG MG HS? An Analysis from Five Aspects

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X90 and MG MG HS when choosing a car. Both cars are quite close in price and positioning, so today we will conduct a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help save you time doing research.

Price and Versions

Proton X90 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.

MG MG HS OTR price in Malaysia is RM 130,450 - 146,450, with a total of 2 versions, including 1.5L Standard (RM 105,000), 1.5L Executive (RM 115,000), etc.

In terms of price, the starting price of Proton X90 is indeed RM 23,650 cheaper than MG MG HS. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But also note, the few thousand dollars cheaper, there might be trade-offs in features, it depends on your specific needs.

Power and Fuel Economy

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

MG MG HS comes with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.

Both cars use the same powertrain, the driving experience is basically the same daily. Fuel consumption is also similar, no need to worry too much about this.

Safety Features

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

MG MG HS safety rating is TBD, active safety systems include Basic.

Regarding safety features, both cars received good ratings. However, Proton X90's ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) and MG MG HS's Basic have some differences in functionality. If you value active safety, you can compare the feature lists of both.

Features and Technology

Proton X90 adopts FWD drive configuration.

MG MG HS adopts FWD drive configuration.

Both cars have the same drive configuration, both are FWD, daily driving experience will not be significantly different.

Conclusion

Overall, Proton X90 and MG MG HS are both very good car models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and go for a test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time doing research will never be wrong.