Verdict
At RM86,300, the outgoing Proton X50 SX11 RC is the cheaper route into this B-segment SUV, but the RM3,500 step to the Proton X50 SX11 FL buys a 1.5-litre direct-injection turbo with 178 hp and 290 Nm, against 148 hp and 226 Nm. The FL also brings six airbags, blind-spot monitoring, front parking sensors and a 14.6-inch screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Both retain the 7DCT, front-wheel drive, 330-litre boot and 45-litre tank, so the facelift is chiefly a stronger, better-equipped daily driver rather than a wholesale packaging change.
Pick the Proton X50 SX11 RC if you want to spend RM3,500 less and value LED projector headlamps, an immobiliser and two rear cup holders.
Pick the Proton X50 SX11 FL if you want 30 hp and 64 Nm more, six airbags and the substantially newer infotainment and convenience kit.
Key differences
- Price: Proton X50 SX11 RC RM86,300; Proton X50 SX11 FL RM89,800.
- Engine output: RC 1,477 cc with 148 hp and 226 Nm; FL 1,499 cc direct-injection with 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- Length and weight: RC 4,330 mm and 1,325 kg; FL 4,380 mm and 1,351 kg.
- Airbags: RC driver, passenger and front-side airbags; FL adds front and rear curtain airbags.
- Infotainment: RC 10.3-inch touchscreen, voice control and four speakers; FL 14.6-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and six speakers.
- Climate control: RC manual air-con with N95 cabin filter; FL single-zone automatic climate control.
SX11 RC
- RM3,500 lower purchase price.
- LED projector headlamps.
- Immobiliser, airbag-disable function and two rear cup holders.
- 148 hp and 226 Nm trail the FL by 30 hp and 64 Nm.
- No blind-spot information system, front parking sensors, auto headlamps or auto wipers.
- Smaller 10.3-inch screen, four speakers and no wireless Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.
SX11 FL
- 178 hp and 290 Nm from its 1,499 cc direct-injection turbo.
- Six airbags, blind-spot information system and all-seat seatbelt reminder.
- 14.6-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, six speakers and navigation.
- Costs RM3,500 more.
- At 1,351 kg, it is 26 kg heavier than the RC.
- LED reflector headlamps replace the RC's LED projector units; it also loses the immobiliser and rear cup holders.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM86,300✓ | RM89,800 |
| 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 Variable Valve Timing | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,477 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 148 hp | 178 hp✓ |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 290 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 82 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| 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 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,330 mm | 4,380 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,609 mm | 1,609 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,600 mm |
| Weight | 1,325 kg | 1,351 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 330 litres | 330 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Assurance TripleMax 2 | GitiComfort F50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| 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 |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-Con, with N95 cabin filter | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USBs | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 10.3" Touchscreen with Voice Control, 4 Speakers | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | 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 |
| Warranty Manufacturer | — | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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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SX11 RC vs SX11 FL FAQ
Is the Proton X50 SX11 RC or Proton X50 SX11 FL better?
The Proton X50 SX11 FL is the better buy for most people. Its 178 hp/290 Nm turbo, six airbags, blind-spot monitoring and larger connected touchscreen justify the modest step up, while boot space, wheelbase, tank size and 7DCT remain unchanged.
What is the price difference?
The Proton X50 SX11 FL costs RM3,500 more than the Proton X50 SX11 RC. That gap brings 30 hp, 64 Nm, two additional curtain airbags, a 14.6-inch screen, wireless phone integration and extra parking and lighting aids.
Does the Proton X50 SX11 FL have more boot space?
No. Both versions have a 330-litre boot, five seats, a 2,600 mm wheelbase and a 45-litre fuel tank. The FL is 50 mm longer externally, but that does not translate into a larger quoted luggage capacity.
