Proton X70 vs Toyota Fortuner: Real Data Reveals the Gap

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X70 and Toyota Fortuner when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning, so today we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.

Price and Versions

Proton X70's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,300, with 3 versions in total, including 1.5L Standard 2WD (RM 106,800), 1.5L Executive 2WD (RM 115,800), 1.5L Premium 2WD (RM 122,300), etc.

Toyota Fortuner's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 195,880 - 241,880, with 3 versions in total, including 2024 2.8T VRZ Diesel (RM 241,880), 2024 2.7L SRZ Petrol (RM 202,880), 2024 2.4L Standard Diesel (RM 195,880), etc.

From a price perspective, Proton X70's starting price is indeed RM 89,080 cheaper than Toyota Fortuner. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, also note that the savings of a few thousand may involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Power and Fuel Economy

Proton X70 comes with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.

Toyota Fortuner comes with a 2.5L Diesel, 187 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.5 L/100km.

In terms of power, Toyota Fortuner's 2.5L Diesel has 47 more horsepower than Proton X70's 1.5L Turbo. However, for daily city driving, both cars have enough power, and you won't feel underpowered.

Safety Features

Proton X70's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP). Active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).

Toyota Fortuner's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP). Active safety systems include .

Both cars have the same safety rating. Safety features in this class are considered very comprehensive. New cars nowadays generally have good safety, so there is no need to worry too much about this.

Maintenance and Upkeep

Proton X70 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Toyota Fortuner warranty 5 years/unlimited mileage, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Conclusion

Overall, Proton X70 and Toyota Fortuner are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose mainly depends on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing your research, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then test-driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a major decision, so spending some time on research will never be wrong.