Proton X90 or Hyundai Tucson? Real Car Review Tells You the Answer

In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X90 and Hyundai Tucson when choosing a car. These two models are quite similar in price and positioning. Today we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.

Price and Versions

The OTR price of Proton X90 in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,800, with a total of 4 versions, including 2026 1.5T Prime X (RM 122,800), 2026 1.5T Prime (RM 116,800), 2026 1.5T Lite (RM 106,800) etc.

The OTR price of Hyundai Tucson in Malaysia is RM 143,888 - 197,888, with a total of 5 versions, including 2025 HEV 1.6T AT 2WD Prestige (RM 197,888), 2025 1.6T DCT 4WD Prestige (RM 186,888), 2025 1.6T DCT 2WD Prime (RM 164,888) etc.

From a price perspective, Proton X90's starting price is indeed RM 37,088 cheaper than Hyundai Tucson. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, note that the cheaper price might involve trade-offs in features, it depends on your specific requirements.

Safety Features

Proton X90's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).

Hyundai Tucson's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include SmartSense.

Both cars have the same safety rating, and safety features in this class are considered very comprehensive. New car safety is generally not bad, no need to worry too much about this.

Configuration and Technology

Proton X90 adopts FWD drive mode.

Hyundai Tucson adopts FWD drive mode.

Both cars have the same drive mode, both are FWD, there won't be much difference in daily driving experience.

Maintenance and Service

Proton X90 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Hyundai Tucson warranty 5 years/300,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Summary

Overall, both Proton X90 and Hyundai Tucson are very good models in the Malaysia market. Choosing which one mainly depends on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing your homework, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major matter, spending some time on research will never be wrong.