Verdict
At RM101,800, the left-hand Proton X50 is the sensible Malaysian buy: it matches the RM113,300 version’s 178 hp, 290 Nm, 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time and extensive driver-assistance kit. The RM11,500 gap buys a panoramic sunroof with its shade and a wireless charger, not extra pace or a different chassis. The pricier car is also 18 kg heavier. Choose it only if open-air cabin ambience matters enough to justify that premium; otherwise, the lower-priced X50 leaves little on the table.
Pick the Proton X50 if you want the same 178 hp, 290 Nm drivetrain and safety equipment for RM11,500 less.
Pick the Proton X50 if a panoramic sunroof, sunroof shade and wireless charger matter more than the RM11,500 premium.
Key differences
- Price: RM101,800 vs RM113,300
- Weight: 1,360 kg vs 1,378 kg
- Sunroof: none vs panoramic sunroof
- Sun shade: none vs sunroof shade
- Power sockets: one front socket and four USB ports vs one front socket, wireless charger and four USB ports
Premium
- RM11,500 lower purchase price
- Same 178 hp and 290 Nm 1.5-litre turbo drivetrain
- Same six airbags, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control
- No panoramic sunroof or sunroof shade
- No wireless charger
Flagship
- Panoramic sunroof with sunroof shade
- Wireless charger added to the front power provision
- Same 178 hp, 290 Nm and 7.6-second 0-100 km/h performance
- Costs RM11,500 more
- 18 kg heavier at 1,378 kg
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM101,800✓ | RM113,300 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm | 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7DCT | 7DCT |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Geely | Geely |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,380 mm |
| Width | 1,795 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,609 mm | 1,609 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,600 mm |
| Weight | 1,360 kg | 1,378 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 330 litres | 330 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UC6 SUV | Continental UC6 SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with High Beam Assist | LED Reflector with High Beam Assist |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, 72-colour Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, 72-colour Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 6 Times Free Labour Servicing | 6 Times Free Labour Servicing |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Premium vs Flagship FAQ
Is the Proton X50 or Proton X50 better?
The RM101,800 Proton X50 is the better-value choice because performance, safety systems, transmission and core cabin equipment are the same. The RM113,300 version is better only for buyers who specifically want its panoramic sunroof, shade and wireless charger.
What is the price difference?
The difference is RM11,500: RM101,800 for the lower-priced Proton X50 and RM113,300 for the higher-priced version.
Is the pricier Proton X50 faster?
No. Both use a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine producing 178 hp and 290 Nm, driving the front wheels through a seven-speed wet dual-clutch transmission. Both claim 0-100 km/h in 7.6 seconds.
