Malaysia Proton X90 Takes on GWM Haval H6, Which Comes Out on Top?

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Proton X90 and GWM Haval H6 when choosing a car.

Price and Versions

The OTR price of the 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 the GWM Haval H6 in Malaysia is RM 139,750 - 139,750, with a total of 2 versions, including 1.5L Turbo Standard (RM 140,000), 1.5L Turbo Premium (RM 155,000), etc.

From a price perspective, the Proton X90's starting price is indeed RM 32,950 cheaper than the GWM Haval H6.

If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs.

But also note, the difference of a few thousand may involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Space and Comfort

Proton X90 Body length 4400 mm, Trunk 400 L.

GWM Haval H6 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 completely sufficient for daily use.

Maintenance and Service

Proton X90 Warranty 5 years/150,000km, Maintenance interval Every 10,000km or 6 months.

GWM Haval H6 Warranty 7 years/150,000km, Maintenance interval Every 10,000km or 6 months.

Who Is It Suitable For?

Both the Proton X90 and GWM Haval H6 are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting.

If you value brand reputation and resale value more, you may prioritize the one with better reputation;

If you care more about cost-performance ratio and features, then choose the one with more configurations.

Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, as personal experience is the most important.

Conclusion

Overall, both the Proton X90 and GWM Haval H6 are quite good models in the Malaysian market.

Which one to choose ultimately depends on your personal needs and budget.

We recommend doing your homework, comparing quotes from multiple dealerships, and then test driving to make a final decision.

Buying a car is a big matter, taking some time to do research is never wrong.