Verdict
The Proton X50 SX11 FL is the more substantive step forward: its 1,499 cc four-cylinder makes 178 hp and 290 Nm, against the SX11’s 148 hp and 226 Nm from 1,477 cc and three cylinders. The RM10,600 gap also brings six airbags instead of four, blind-spot monitoring and a 14.6-inch screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. But both retain a 45-litre tank, 330-litre boot and 2,600 mm wheelbase. The cheaper SX11 still makes sense if its powered driver’s seat matters more than added safety and output.
Pick the Proton X50 SX11 if you want to spend RM10,600 less and value its power-adjustable driver’s seat, 8-inch screen and four cup holders.
Pick the Proton X50 SX11 FL if you want 178 hp, 290 Nm, six airbags, blind-spot monitoring and modern phone integration.
Key differences
- Price: Proton X50 SX11 RM79,200; Proton X50 SX11 FL RM89,800.
- Power and torque: SX11 148 hp and 226 Nm; SX11 FL 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- Engine: SX11 1,477 cc turbo three-cylinder; SX11 FL 1,499 cc turbo direct-injection four-cylinder.
- Airbags: SX11 four; SX11 FL six, adding front and rear curtain airbags.
- Infotainment: SX11 8-inch touchscreen with four speakers; SX11 FL 14.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and six speakers.
- Length and weight: SX11 4,330 mm and 1,325 kg; SX11 FL 4,380 mm and 1,351 kg.
SX11
- RM10,600 lower purchase price
- Power-adjustable driver’s seat
- Four cup holders versus two
- 148 hp and 226 Nm trail the FL’s 178 hp and 290 Nm
- Four airbags versus six, with no blind-spot monitoring
- Smaller 8-inch screen lacks wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
SX11 FL
- 178 hp and 290 Nm from the 1,499 cc four-cylinder
- Six airbags and blind-spot information system
- 14.6-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and six speakers
- Costs RM10,600 more
- Manual driver’s-seat adjustment replaces the SX11’s power-adjustable seat
- Two cup holders versus the SX11’s four
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM79,200✓ | 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 at 5,500 rpm | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 226 Nm at 1,500 rpm | 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 82 mm × 93.2 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 |
| Rated Economy | 6.5 L/100 km | — |
| 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 | Giti Comfort SUV 520 | GitiComfort F50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | 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) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars — Tested as Standard variant with 4 airbags and no AEB | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) | 6 (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 | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat | 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 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 | 8" Touchscreen Monitor with Voice Commands, 4 Speakers, Free 1GB per month data package for 5 years | 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 | Push Button | 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 | Remote Control Activation | 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 | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 3 Times Free Labour for 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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SX11 vs SX11 FL FAQ
Is the Proton X50 SX11 or Proton X50 SX11 FL better?
The Proton X50 SX11 FL is better equipped and substantially stronger, with 178 hp, 290 Nm, six airbags and blind-spot monitoring. Choose the SX11 only if the lower outlay and powered driver’s seat are higher priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Proton X50 SX11 FL costs RM10,600 more than the Proton X50 SX11. That buys 30 hp and 64 Nm more, two extra airbags, blind-spot monitoring, a larger touchscreen and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
Do the Proton X50 SX11 and SX11 FL have the same practicality?
Mostly, yes. Both are five-seat B-segment SUVs with a 2,600 mm wheelbase, 330-litre boot and 45-litre fuel tank. The FL is 50 mm longer, while the SX11 is 5 mm wider.
