In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X90 and Hyundai Tucson when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
The OTR price of Proton X90 in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,800, with 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.
The OTR price of Hyundai Tucson in Malaysia is RM 143,888 - 197,888, with 5 versions in total, 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.
In terms of price, the starting price of Proton X90 is indeed RM 37,088 cheaper than Hyundai Tucson. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, be aware that the cheaper few thousand might involve trade-offs in features, which depends on your specific needs.

Proton X90 safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).
Hyundai Tucson safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety system includes SmartSense.
Both cars have the same safety rating, and safety features are quite comprehensive in this class. New cars' safety is generally good nowadays, so no need to worry too much about this.

Proton X90 body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Hyundai Tucson body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, with little difference in interior space. Cars in this class are completely sufficient for daily use.

Proton X90 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Hyundai Tucson warranty 5 years/300,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Both Proton X90 and Hyundai Tucson are popular 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 configuration. Ultimately, we suggest test driving both models, as hands-on experience is the most important.

In general, both Proton X90 and Hyundai Tucson are very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing research, comparing quotes from a few dealerships, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big deal, spending some time on research will definitely not be a mistake.