Choose Proton X70 or Toyota Fortuner? Analysis from Five Aspects

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

Price and Variants

Proton X70 in Malaysia OTR price is RM 106,800 - 122,300, a total of 3 variants, 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 in Malaysia OTR price is RM 195,880 - 241,880, a total of 3 variants, 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 the price, Proton X70 starting price is indeed cheaper than Toyota Fortuner by RM 89,080. If your budget is limited, Proton entry level can already meet daily needs. But also note, the few thousand difference, might have trade-offs on equipment, specifically depends on your needs.

Power and Fuel Consumption

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

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

In power, Toyota Fortuner 2.5L Diesel compared to Proton X70 1.5L Turbo has 47 more horsepower. However in daily city driving, both cars power is enough, won't feel not powerful enough.

Safety Features

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

Toyota Fortuner safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include .

Both cars safety rating same, in this class safety features quite complete. Now new car safety is not bad, don't worry too much about this point.

Configuration and Technology

Proton X70 adopts FWD drive type.

Toyota Fortuner adopts FWD drive type.

Both cars drive type same, both are FWD, daily driving experience will not be too big difference.

Summary

Overall, Proton X70 and Toyota Fortuner are both very good models in Malaysia market. Choosing which one, key still depends on your personal needs and budget. Suggest everyone do homework, compare several dealerships quotes, then test drive make final decision. Buying car is big matter, spend time doing homework absolutely will not be wrong.