Proton X90 or Subaru Forester? A Real Car Review Tells You the Answer

In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X90 and Subaru Forester 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 time on research.

Price and Versions

Proton X90's OTR price 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.

Subaru Forester's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 174,000 - 197,000, with a total of 3 versions, including 2024 2.0L S EyeSight GT Edition (RM 189,538), 2024 2.0L S EyeSight (RM 177,538), 2024 2.0L L EyeSight (RM 167,538), etc.

From a price perspective, Proton X90's starting price is indeed RM 67,200 cheaper than Subaru Forester. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But also note, the savings of a few thousand may involve compromises on features, it depends on your specific needs.

Safety Features

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

Subaru Forester's safety rating is 5★ (Euro NCAP), active safety systems include EyeSight.

In terms of safety features, both cars received good ratings. However, Proton X90's ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) and Subaru Forester's EyeSight differ slightly in functionality. If you value active safety, you can compare the feature lists of both.

Features and Technology

Proton X90 adopts FWD drive mode.

Subaru Forester adopts FWD drive mode.

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

Maintenance and Upkeep

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

Subaru Forester warranty 3 years/100,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Conclusion

Overall, Proton X90 and Subaru Forester are both very good models in the Malaysia market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major matter, spending time on research will definitely not be wrong.