Verdict
For RM3,074 more, the Proton X50 brings 178 hp and 290 Nm against the Honda BR-V’s 119 hp and 145 Nm, cutting the 0-100 km/h time from 12.2 to 7.6 seconds. It also has six airbags, blind-spot information, a reverse camera and a 14.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. But the BR-V is the family mover: seven seats, a 2,662-mm wheelbase and rear air-con blower control matter more than outright pace when carrying children or grandparents. Pick the X50 for a five-seat daily SUV; choose the BR-V when two extra seats are non-negotiable.
Pick the Honda BR-V if you need seven seats, its 2,662-mm wheelbase and flexible second- and third-row seating.
Pick the Proton X50 if you want 178 hp, 290 Nm, a 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time and substantially fuller safety equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Honda BR-V RM86,726; Proton X50 RM89,800.
- Power and torque: Honda BR-V 119 hp and 145 Nm; Proton X50 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Honda BR-V 12.2 seconds; Proton X50 7.6 seconds.
- Seating and boot space: Honda BR-V 7 seats and 223 litres; Proton X50 5 seats and 330 litres.
- Dimensions: Honda BR-V 4,451 mm long with a 2,662-mm wheelbase; Proton X50 4,380 mm long with a 2,600-mm wheelbase.
- Airbags: Honda BR-V driver and passenger airbags; Proton X50 driver, passenger, front-side and front/rear-curtain airbags.
BR-V
- Seven seats with 60:40 second-row and 50:50 third-row folding.
- Longer 2,662-mm wheelbase and 4,451-mm body.
- Full-size spare tyre and rear air-con blower control.
- 119 hp and 145 Nm trail the X50’s 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- Only two airbags, versus the X50’s six airbags.
- No reverse camera, blind-spot information, front parking sensors or built-in navigation.
X50
- 178 hp, 290 Nm and a 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Six airbags, blind-spot information and front/rear parking sensors.
- 14.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Five seats versus the BR-V’s seven.
- Shorter 2,600-mm wheelbase versus 2,662 mm.
- Space-saver spare tyre instead of a full-size spare.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM86,726✓ | RM89,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,497 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp | 178 hp✓ |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 290 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 73 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | CVT | 7DCT |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | Geely |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 12.2 seconds | 7.6 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 6.4 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,451 mm | 4,380 mm |
| Width | 1,735 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,677 mm | 1,609 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,662 mm | 2,600 mm |
| Weight | 1,260 kg | 1,351 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 42 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 223 litres | 330 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 195/60R16 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/60R16 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full size | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 | GitiComfort F50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer middle row passenger seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Illumination with Normal Bulb Brake Lights | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, manual recline, slidable, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with tip-forward function | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Last Row | 2 Front |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | 11 Cup and Bottle Holders | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Free labour for 1,000 km, 10,000 km, 30,000 km, 50,000 km, 70,000 km and 90,000 km intervals | 6 Times Free Labour Servicing |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used BR-V & X50 for sale
BR-V vs X50 FAQ
Is the Honda BR-V or Proton X50 better?
The X50 is better for performance, safety equipment and infotainment, with 178 hp, six airbags and a 14.6-inch touchscreen. The BR-V is better if seven seats are essential, as the X50 seats five.
What is the price difference?
The Proton X50 costs RM89,800 and the Honda BR-V costs RM86,726, so the X50 is RM3,074 more expensive.
Which is quicker, the Honda BR-V or Proton X50?
The Proton X50 is much quicker: 0-100 km/h takes 7.6 seconds, against 12.2 seconds for the Honda BR-V. Its 178 hp and 290 Nm also exceed the BR-V’s 119 hp and 145 Nm.