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Ready to switch cars, which is better, X90 or Tucson? Proton vs Hyundai

2026-08-20 01:50:00
BalkhashLake_3
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In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Proton X90 and Hyundai Tucson when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning, so today we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.

Price and Versions

The 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.

The Hyundai Tucson OTR price in Malaysia is RM 143,888 - 197,888, with a total of 5 versions, including 2025 HEV 1.6T AT 2WD Prestige (RM 197,888), 2025 1.6T DCT 4WD Prestige (RM 186,888), 2025 1.6T DCT 2WD Prime (RM 164,888), etc.

Looking at the price, the starting price of the Proton X90 is indeed RM 37,088 cheaper than the Hyundai Tucson. If your budget is limited, the entry-level version of Proton is already enough to meet daily needs. But be aware that the savings of a few thousand might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Proton X90 Exterior View 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Power and Fuel Consumption

The Proton X90 is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption is 7.0 L/100km.

The Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption is 7.0 L/100km.

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

Proton X90 Exterior View 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Configuration and Technology

The Proton X90 adopts FWD drive configuration.

The Hyundai Tucson adopts FWD drive configuration.

Both cars have the same drive configuration, both are FWD, so there won't be much difference in daily driving experience.

Proton X90 Exterior View 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Warranty and Maintenance

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

The Hyundai Tucson warranty is 5 years/300,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Hyundai Tucson Exterior View 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Who is it suitable for?

The Proton X90 and Hyundai Tucson are both mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about value for money and features, then choose the one with richer configurations. Ultimately we suggest test driving both, as hands-on experience is the most important.

Hyundai Tucson Exterior View 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Conclusion

In general, the Proton X90 and Hyundai Tucson are both very good car models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research well, comparing quotes from multiple dealerships, and then test driving to make a final decision. Purchasing a car is a major decision, spending time on research will never be wrong.

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