In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Perodua Ativa and Proton X90 when choosing a car.
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.
From a price perspective, Perodua Ativa's starting price is indeed cheaper than Proton X90 by RM 44,300. If your budget is limited, Perodua's entry version can already meet daily needs. However, also note that the difference of a few thousand Ringgit might involve trade-offs in features, specifically depending on your needs.

Perodua Ativa features a 1.5L 4-cylinder, with 105 hp. Official fuel consumption is 6.0 L/100km.
Proton X90 features a 1.5L Turbo, with 140 hp. 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 city driving, both cars have sufficient power, you won't feel like they lack power.

Perodua Ativa safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ASA 3.0 + ACC + LDA + LKA + BSM + RCTA.
Proton X90 safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).
Both cars have the same safety rating, the safety features are quite comprehensive for this segment. New cars nowadays are generally safe, no need to worry too much about this.

Perodua Ativa adopts FWD drivetrain.
Proton X90 adopts FWD drivetrain.
Both cars have the same drivetrain, both are FWD, daily driving experience will not differ significantly.

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 price more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance and features, then choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately it is recommended to test drive both, as personal experience is the most important.

In general, Perodua Ativa and Proton X90 are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research, compare quotes from several dealers, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time researching is never a mistake.