Verdict
At virtually the same money, RM89,900 for the Honda WR-V and RM89,800 for the Proton X50, this is not a price fight. The Proton is the quicker, larger car: 178 hp, 290 Nm and 7.6 seconds to 100 km/h, versus 121 hp, 145 Nm and 11.0 seconds. It also has six airbags. The Honda answers with a 380-litre boot against 330 litres, a stated 6.0 L/100 km, and auto emergency braking. For Malaysia, choose pace and size, or boot space and stated fuel use.
Pick the Honda WR-V if you want the bigger boot, stated 6.0 L/100 km fuel economy and auto emergency braking over outright acceleration.
Pick the Proton X50 if you want much stronger performance, a larger body and six airbags for virtually the same price.
Key differences
- Price: Honda WR-V RM89,900; Proton X50 RM89,800
- Power and torque: Honda WR-V 121 hp/145 Nm; Proton X50 178 hp/290 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: Honda WR-V 11.0 s; Proton X50 7.6 s
- Size: Honda WR-V 4,060/1,780/1,576 mm; Proton X50 4,380/1,795/1,609 mm
- Wheelbase and boot: Honda WR-V 2,485 mm/380 L; Proton X50 2,600 mm/330 L
- Safety kit: Honda WR-V 4 airbags/AEB Yes; Proton X50 6 airbags/AEB —
WR-V
- 380-litre boot beats the X50's 330 litres
- Stated 6.0 L/100 km fuel economy
- Auto emergency braking is fitted
- 121 hp and 145 Nm are well down on the X50
- 11.0-second 0-100 km/h time is slower
- Four airbags versus six in the X50
X50
- 178 hp and 290 Nm give it the clear performance edge
- 7.6-second 0-100 km/h sprint
- Larger body and 2,600 mm wheelbase
- 330-litre boot is smaller than the WR-V's
- Auto emergency braking is not specified
- No fuel economy figure to compare with the WR-V's 6.0 L/100 km
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM89,900 | RM89,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| 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 | 1,498 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 121 hp | 178 hp✓ |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 290 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 73 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | CVT | 7DCT |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Geely |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11.0 seconds | 7.6 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 6.0 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,060 mm | 4,380 mm |
| Width | 1,780 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,576 mm | 1,609 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,485 mm | 2,600 mm |
| Weight | 1,108 kg | 1,351 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 330 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R16 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | 16" Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | 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) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front |
| Audio | 7.0" Display Audio Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 2 Speakers | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | — | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Free Labour for Five Times within 100,000 km or Five Years | 6 Times Free Labour Servicing |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
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 WR-V & X50 for sale
WR-V vs X50 FAQ
Is the Honda WR-V or Proton X50 better?
The Proton X50 is better for performance and size, with 178 hp, 290 Nm, a 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time and six airbags. The Honda WR-V is better for boot space, stated economy and AEB.
What is the price difference?
The Proton X50 is RM100 cheaper at RM89,800, while the Honda WR-V costs RM89,900. The gap is too small to decide the comparison on price alone.
Which is faster?
The Proton X50 is much faster. It does 0-100 km/h in 7.6 seconds, while the Honda WR-V takes 11.0 seconds. The X50 also has 178 hp and 290 Nm against the WR-V's 121 hp and 145 Nm.