In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare the Proton X50 and Toyota Yaris Cross 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 on research.
The OTR price of the Proton X50 in Malaysia is RM 89,800 - 113,300, with a total of 4 versions, including 1.5T Executive (RM 89,800), 1.5T Premium (RM 101,800), 1.5T Flagship (RM 113,300), etc.
The OTR price of the Toyota Yaris Cross in Malaysia is RM 99,900 - 109,900, with a total of 2 versions, including 2026 1.5L Standard (RM 99,900), 2026 HEV 1.5L Standard (RM 109,900), etc.
From a price perspective, the starting price of the Proton X50 is indeed RM 10,100 cheaper than the Toyota Yaris Cross. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, you should also note that the few thousand difference might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.
The Proton X50 is equipped with a 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption is 6.0 L/100km.
The Toyota Yaris Cross is equipped with a 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption is 6.0 L/100km.
Both cars use the same powertrain system, and the driving experience is basically the same. Fuel consumption is also similar, no need to worry too much about this point.
The safety rating of the Proton X50 is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).
The safety rating of the Toyota Yaris Cross is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include TSS.
Both cars have the same safety rating, and safety features are quite comprehensive in this class. New car safety is generally not poor nowadays, no need to worry too much about this.
Proton X50 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Toyota Yaris Cross warranty 5 years/unlimited mileage, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Overall, both the Proton X50 and Toyota Yaris Cross are excellent models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research, comparing quotes from multiple dealerships, and test driving before making a final decision. Buying a car is a big deal, spending time on research will never go wrong.