Proton X50 or Hyundai Tucson? Real Car Review Tells You the Answer

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X50 and Hyundai Tucson when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to save you the time spent on research.

Price and Versions

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 Hyundai Tucson in Malaysia is RM 143,888 - 197,888, with a total of 5 versions, including 2025 HEV 1.6T AT 2WD Prestige (RM 197,888), 2025 1.6T DCT 4WD Prestige (RM 186,888), 2025 1.6T DCT 2WD Prime (RM 164,888), etc.

From a price perspective, the starting price of Proton X50 is indeed RM 54,088 cheaper than Hyundai Tucson. If your budget is limited, the entry-level Proton can already meet daily needs. But also note, the savings of a few thousand might involve trade-offs in features, specifically depending on your needs.

Safety Features

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

Hyundai Tucson safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include SmartSense.

Both cars have the same safety rating, and safety features are considered quite comprehensive for this class. New car safety is generally good now, no need to worry too much about this.

Features and Technology

Proton X50 adopts 4WD drive system.

Hyundai Tucson adopts FWD drive system.

Proton's 4WD and Hyundai's FWD will have different handling experiences, test drive comparison is recommended.

Maintenance and Service

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

Hyundai Tucson warranty 5 years/300,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Summary

In general, Proton X50 and Hyundai Tucson are both quite good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research well, comparing quotes from several dealerships, then test driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time on research will never be a mistake.