Proton X50 or Mitsubishi Xforce? Hear what Malaysian owners have to say

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X50 and Mitsubishi Xforce when choosing a car.

Price and Versions

Proton X50 OTR price 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.

Mitsubishi Xforce OTR price in Malaysia is RM 109,930 - 119,930, with a total of 2 versions, including 2026 1.5L Ultimate (RM 119,930), 2026 1.5L Urban (RM 109,930), etc.

From a price perspective, the starting price of Proton X50 is indeed RM 20,130 cheaper than Mitsubishi Xforce. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version is already enough to meet daily needs. But also note, the few thousand cheaper, might have trade-offs in features, it depends on your needs.

Safety Features

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

Mitsubishi Xforce safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include MI-PILOT.

Both cars have the same safety rating, safety features in this level are quite comprehensive. New cars nowadays are not poor in safety, no need to worry too much about this.

Space and Comfort

Proton X50 body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

Mitsubishi Xforce body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, interior space difference is not significant. Cars in this level are completely sufficient for daily use.

Maintenance and Repair

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

Mitsubishi Xforce warranty 3 years/100,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Who is this suitable for?

Both Proton X50 and Mitsubishi Xforce are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use, daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, personal experience is the most important.

Summary

Overall, Proton X50 and Mitsubishi Xforce are both very good car models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose, it depends on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do research, compare quotes from several car dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big deal, spending some time doing research will never be wrong.