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Must See for Buying a Car in Malaysia: Perodua Ativa vs Proton X90 Comparison

2026-07-10 19:40:01
DailyEVUserHK
1.2k Fans   107 Following   35 Posts

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Perodua Ativa and Proton X90 when choosing a car. These two models are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.

Price and Versions

The OTR price of Perodua Ativa 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.

The OTR price of 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.

From a price perspective, 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. However, note that the difference of a few thousand might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific requirements.

Perodua Ativa Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Power and Fuel Economy

Perodua Ativa is powered by 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp power. Official fuel consumption is 6.0 L/100km.

Proton X90 is powered by 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp power. Official fuel consumption is 7.0 L/100km.

In terms of power, Proton X90's 1.5L Turbo has 35 more horsepower than Perodua Ativa's 1.5L 4-cyl. However, for daily driving in the city, both cars have sufficient power and you won't feel lacking.

Perodua Ativa Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

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, and safety features are quite comprehensive for this class. New cars nowadays have good safety, no need to worry too much about this point.

Perodua Ativa Exterior Image 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Maintenance and Service

Perodua Ativa comes with a 5-year/150,000km warranty, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Proton X90 comes with a 5-year/150,000km warranty, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Both cars have the same warranty conditions, no need to dwell on this aspect. Actual maintenance costs depend on the brand's service network and parts prices. It is recommended to ask experienced owners in car owner groups.

Proton X90 Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Suitable for Whom

Perodua Ativa and Proton X90 are both mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, consider the one with better reputation first; if you care more about cost-performance ratio and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Finally, it is recommended to test drive both models, as personal experience is the most important.

Proton X90 Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Summary

Overall, Perodua Ativa and Proton X90 are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your homework, compare quotes from multiple dealerships, and test drive before making a final decision. Buying a car is a major matter, taking time to research will never be wrong.

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