Ativa or X70? A Comparison to Save You Research Time

In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Perodua Ativa and Proton X70 when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save research time.

Price and Versions

Perodua Ativa's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 62,500 - 73,400, with a total of 3 versions, including 1.0L Turbo X (RM 62,500), 1.0L Turbo H (RM 67,300), 1.0L Turbo AV (RM 73,400), etc.

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

From a price perspective, Perodua Ativa's starting price is indeed RM 44,300 cheaper than Proton X70. If your budget is limited, Perodua's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, keep in mind that the few thousand cheaper may involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Power and Fuel Consumption

Perodua Ativa comes with a 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.

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

In terms of power, Proton X70's 1.5L Turbo has 35 more horsepower than Perodua Ativa's 1.5L 4-cyl. However, for daily city driving, both cars have sufficient power and won't feel underpowered.

Safety Features

Perodua Ativa's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ASA 3.0 + ACC + LDA + LKA + BSM + RCTA.

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

Both cars have the same safety rating, and safety features are quite comprehensive within this class. New cars nowadays generally have good safety, so don't worry too much about this.

Space and Comfort

Perodua Ativa body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

Proton X70 body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

The dimensions of both cars are almost identical, and the interior space difference is not significant. Cars in this class are more than sufficient for daily use.

Maintenance and Servicing

Perodua Ativa warranty 5 years/150,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

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

Both cars have the same warranty conditions, no need to agonize over this. Actual maintenance costs depend on the brand's service network and parts prices. It is recommended to ask real car owners in car owner groups for their experiences.

Conclusion

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