Proton X50 and MG MG HS, Which One is More Suitable for Malaysian Families?

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers often compare Proton X50 and MG MG HS when choosing a car. Both cars are quite close in price and positioning, so today we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help save you time doing your research.

Price and Versions

The OTR selling price of 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 selling price of MG MG HS in Malaysia is RM 130,450 - 146,450, with a total of 2 versions, including 1.5L Standard (RM 105,000), 1.5L Executive (RM 115,000), etc.

From the price perspective, the starting price of Proton X50 is indeed RM 40,650 cheaper than MG MG HS. If your budget is limited, the entry-level version of Proton can already meet daily needs. But also note, the few thousand cheaper price may involve trade-offs in equipment, which depends on your specific needs.

Safety Features

The safety rating of Proton X50 is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), and the active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).

The safety rating of MG MG HS is TBD, and the active safety systems include Basic.

Regarding safety features, both cars received good ratings. However, there are some differences in functionality between Proton X50's ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) and MG MG HS's Basic. If you value active safety, you can carefully compare their feature lists.

Space and Comfort

Proton X50 body length is 4400 mm, trunk capacity is 400 L.

MG MG HS body length is 4400 mm, trunk capacity is 400 L.

The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, with little difference in interior space. Cars of this class are more than sufficient for daily use.

Maintenance and Care

Proton X50 warranty is 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval is every 10,000km or 6 months.

MG MG HS warranty is 7 years/150,000km, maintenance interval is every 10,000km or 6 months.

Conclusion

Overall, both Proton X50 and MG MG HS are very good models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing your research thoroughly, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major matter, spending time doing research will definitely not be wrong.