Proton X90 and GWM Haval H6, which one is more suitable for Malaysian families?

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

Price and Versions

Proton X90's OTR price 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.

GWM Haval H6's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 139,750 - 139,750. There are 2 versions in total, including 1.5L Turbo Standard (RM 140,000), 1.5L Turbo Premium (RM 155,000), etc.

From a price perspective, Proton X90's starting price is indeed RM 32,950 cheaper than GWM Haval H6. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But be aware, that few thousand ringgit savings might come with compromises on equipment, depending on your specific needs.

Safety Features

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

GWM Haval H6's safety rating is TBD. Active safety systems include Basic.

Regarding safety features, both cars received good ratings. However, there are some differences in functionality between Proton X90's ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) and GWM Haval H6's Basic. If you value active safety, you can carefully compare their feature lists.

Space and Comfort

Proton X90 body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

GWM Haval H6 body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

The dimensions of both cars are almost identical, and the interior space is not very different. For cars at this level, they are fully sufficient for daily use.

Maintenance and Aftercare

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

GWM Haval H6 warranty 7 years / 150,000 km, maintenance interval every 10,000 km or 6 months.

Conclusion

In general, both Proton X90 and GWM Haval H6 are quite good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research, comparing quotes from multiple dealerships, and then test-driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a major thing, spending time on research will never be wrong.