If you’ve been following us here and on our social platforms, you’d know by now that the Driven Web Series is back. To kick things off in 2019, we’ve lined up the most anticipated SUV shootout yet, featuring Proton’s first ever SUV, the X70.
Priced from RM99,800 to RM123,800, the C-segment Proton SUV immediately positions itself as a hard bargain to pass, significantly undercutting the Honda CR-V (segment leader by way of sales) in pricing and, depending on variant, specs.
From a value perspective, the Subaru XV 2.0i Premium is easily one of the strongest contenders for the money, offering great handling dynamics, road holding characteristics, refinement and ride comfort, all for RM126,788.
So, just how will the Proton X70 stack up against the CR-V (our previous top pick) and the athletic XV? Find out in the next Driven Web Series episode, which goes live this weekend. Stay tuned, folks!
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Honda CR-V
from RM178,200
Honda Prelude
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Honda HR-V
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Honda e:N1
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Honda Civic
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Honda City Hatchback
from RM85,900
Honda Civic Type R
from RM399,900
Honda City
from RM84,900
Honda WR-V
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AI-generated Summary ✨
Comments generally compare Proton X70 favorably for value and practicality, with some viewers booking or favoring it over Honda CR-V and Subaru XV. There are concerns about build quality, NVH, and after-sales issues, especially with Chinese brands like Proton. Some suggest X70 offers more tech and space, while others praise the CR-V and XV for comfort and handling. Overall, the discussion reflects a mix of skepticism and support for Proton’s new SUV against established Japanese and European competitors.