Verdict
At RM106,800 each, the choice is not about purchase price. The Proton X90 brings D-segment dimensions, seven seats, 178 hp and 290 Nm, giving a larger family a proper third row and a 24 hp/60 Nm edge. Its 257-litre boot is the trade-off. The five-seat Jetour Dashing is 240 mm shorter and 142 kg lighter, yet has a much larger 486-litre boot, plus blind-spot monitoring and a seven-year/150,000 km warranty. Pick the X90 for people capacity; pick the Dashing for luggage space and stronger warranty cover.
Pick the Jetour Dashing if five seats and its 486-litre boot matter more than a third row, while blind-spot monitoring and seven-year warranty cover appeal.
Pick the Proton X90 if you need seven seats, 178 hp and 290 Nm at the same RM106,800 price.
Key differences
- Seating: Jetour Dashing 5 seats; Proton X90 7 seats.
- Output: Jetour Dashing 154 hp and 230 Nm; Proton X90 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- Boot space: Jetour Dashing 486 litres; Proton X90 257 litres.
- Length/wheelbase: Jetour Dashing 4,590 mm/2,720 mm; Proton X90 4,830 mm/2,805 mm.
- Airbags: Jetour Dashing 4; Proton X90 6.
- Warranty: Jetour Dashing 7 years/150,000 km; Proton X90 5 years/unlimited mileage.
Dashing
- 486-litre boot versus the X90's 257 litres.
- Blind-spot information system.
- Seven-year/150,000 km warranty, plus 10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty.
- Five seats versus the X90's seven.
- 154 hp and 230 Nm trail the X90 by 24 hp and 60 Nm.
- Four airbags versus six.
X90
- Seven-seat cabin with 2-3-2 seating.
- 178 hp and 290 Nm from the 1.5-litre turbo engine.
- Six airbags, dual-zone climate control and rear blower control.
- 257-litre boot is 229 litres smaller than the Dashing's.
- No blind-spot information system.
- Five-year warranty is two years shorter than the Dashing's.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM106,800 | RM106,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 154 hp at 5,500 rpm | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm | 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 80.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Gears | 6 | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,590 mm | 4,830 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,685 mm | 1,764 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,805 mm |
| Weight | 1,553 kg | 1,695 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 486 litres✓ | 257 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | Giti Control P10 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) | 6 (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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on two middle row passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents with Blower control |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Second Row, 2 USB Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Back Row |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers | 12.3" Touchscreen Atlas OS Infotainment System with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty | — |
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.
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Dashing vs X90 FAQ
Is the Jetour Dashing or Proton X90 better?
The Proton X90 is better for a seven-seat household, with 178 hp, 290 Nm and six airbags. The Jetour Dashing is better for five occupants carrying luggage, because its 486-litre boot is far larger and it gets blind-spot monitoring.
What is the price difference?
There is no price difference: both are priced at RM106,800. The X90 spends that same outlay on seven seats, more power and six airbags, while the Dashing has the larger boot and longer warranty duration.
Which has the bigger boot, the Jetour Dashing or Proton X90?
The Jetour Dashing has the bigger quoted boot at 486 litres, against 257 litres for the Proton X90. That is a 229-litre advantage for the Dashing, despite the X90 being the longer vehicle.