Perodua Ativa or Proton X90? Real Car Review Tells You the Answer

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Perodua Ativa and Proton X90 when choosing a car. The price and positioning of these two cars are quite close. Today, we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to save you time doing research.

Price and Versions

Perodua Ativa's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 62,500 - 73,400, with a total of 3 versions, including 1.0L Turbo X (RM 62,500), 1.0L Turbo H (RM 67,300), 1.0L Turbo AV (RM 73,400), etc.

Proton X90's 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.

In terms of price, the starting price of Perodua Ativa is indeed RM 44,300 cheaper than Proton X90. If your budget is limited, Perodua's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But also note that the few thousand cheaper might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Safety Features

Perodua Ativa's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ASA 3.0 + ACC + LDA + LKA + BSM + RCTA.

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

Both cars have the same safety rating. Safety features in this class are quite comprehensive. New car safety is generally good these days, so don't worry too much about this.

Features and Technology

Perodua Ativa adopts FWD drive mode.

Proton X90 adopts FWD drive mode.

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

Maintenance and Servicing

Perodua Ativa warranty 5 years/150,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

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

Both cars have the same warranty conditions, no need to worry about this aspect. Actual maintenance costs also depend on the brand's service network and parts prices, it is recommended to ask real owners in car owner groups for experience.

Summary

In general, Perodua Ativa and Proton X90 are both very good 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 multiple car dealers, and then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time doing research will never be wrong.