Verdict
At RM89,800, the Proton X50 costs RM8,912 more than the RM80,888 Toyota Avanza, but the gap brings a 178 hp/290 Nm 1.5 litre turbo against 103 hp/136 Nm, plus a claimed 0-100 km/h time of 7.6 seconds. It is also far better equipped for safety and daily use, with six airbags, a reverse camera and a 14.6-inch touchscreen. The Avanza answers with seven seats, a 2,655 mm wheelbase and rear-wheel drive. Pick it if carrying people matters more than pace and equipment.
Pick the Proton X50 if you want much stronger 178 hp and 290 Nm performance, six airbags and substantially richer cabin technology.
Pick the Toyota Avanza if you need seven seats and a lower RM80,888 entry price.
Key differences
- Price: Proton X50 RM89,800; Toyota Avanza RM80,888.
- Output: Proton X50 178 hp and 290 Nm; Toyota Avanza 103 hp and 136 Nm.
- Seating: Proton X50 five seats; Toyota Avanza seven seats.
- Airbags: Proton X50 six airbags; Toyota Avanza two airbags.
- Wheelbase: Proton X50 2,600 mm; Toyota Avanza 2,655 mm.
- Transmission: Proton X50 7-speed wet dual-clutch automatic; Toyota Avanza 4-speed conventional automatic.
X50
- 178 hp and 290 Nm turbocharged 1.5 litre engine
- Six airbags, stability control and blind spot information system
- 14.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- RM8,912 pricier
- Five seats versus the Avanza's seven
- Shorter 2,600 mm wheelbase versus 2,655 mm
Avanza
- Seven-seat cabin with sliding and split-folding middle row
- RM80,888 price is RM8,912 lower
- Full-size 15-inch steel spare wheel
- 103 hp and 136 Nm trail the X50's 178 hp and 290 Nm by a wide margin
- Only two airbags and no listed stability control
- No reverse camera, navigation or cruise control
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM89,800 | RM80,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | MPV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 178 hp✓ | 103 hp |
| Torque | 290 Nm✓ | 136 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7DCT | 4AT |
| Gears | 7 | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Geely | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6 seconds | —✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,190 mm |
| Width | 1,795 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Height | 1,609 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | 1,351 kg | 1,155 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 330 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 185/65R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 185/65R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full-size 15" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | GitiComfort F50 | Dunlop Enasave EC300+ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Indonesia (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Live Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 15" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 15" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on two outer middle row passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Normal Bulb |
| 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 | 50:50 Sliding and Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents with Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| 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 | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | LCD Instrument Cluster Display |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 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.
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X50 vs Avanza FAQ
Is the Proton X50 or Toyota Avanza better?
The Proton X50 is better for performance, active-safety equipment and infotainment, with 178 hp, six airbags and a 14.6-inch touchscreen. The Toyota Avanza is better when seven seats are non-negotiable and its RM8,912 saving matters.
What is the price difference?
The Proton X50 costs RM89,800 and the Toyota Avanza costs RM80,888, so the X50 is RM8,912 more expensive.
Which has more seats, the Proton X50 or Toyota Avanza?
The Toyota Avanza has seven seats, two more than the Proton X50's five. Its middle row also slides and splits 50:50, while the last row is 50:50 split-folding.