In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers will compare Proton X50 and GWM Haval H6 when choosing a car. These two cars have very close pricing and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
The OTR 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 price of GWM Haval H6 in Malaysia is RM 139,750 - 139,750, with a total of 2 versions, including 1.5L Turbo Standard (RM 140,000), 1.5L Turbo Premium (RM 155,000), etc.
From the price perspective, the starting price of Proton X50 is indeed RM 49,950 cheaper than GWM Haval H6. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level model is already sufficient for daily needs. But you should also note that the difference of a few thousand might involve trade-offs in features, which depends on your specific requirements.

Proton X50 is equipped with 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp power. Official fuel consumption is 6.0 L/100km.
GWM Haval H6 is equipped with Hybrid, 170 hp power. Official fuel consumption is 4.5 L/100km.
In terms of power, the Hybrid of GWM Haval H6 has 65 more horsepower than the 1.5L 4-cyl of Proton X50. However, for daily city driving, both cars have sufficient power and will not feel lacking.

The safety rating of Proton X50 is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP). Active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).
The safety rating of GWM Haval H6 is TBD. Active safety systems include Basic.
In terms of safety features, both cars have received decent ratings. However, the ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) of Proton X50 and the Basic of GWM Haval H6 differ in functionality. If you value active safety, you can compare their feature lists carefully.

Proton X50 has a vehicle length of 4400 mm and a trunk of 400 L.
GWM Haval H6 has a vehicle length of 4400 mm and a trunk of 400 L.
The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, and the interior space difference is not significant. For cars at this level, daily use is completely sufficient.
Proton X50 adopts 4WD drive system.
GWM Haval H6 adopts FWD drive system.
Proton's 4WD and GWM's FWD will have different handling feelings. It is recommended to test drive and compare.
Overall, both Proton X50 and GWM Haval H6 are very good models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, and taking time to do research will never be wrong.