Verdict
At RM89,800, the Proton X50 costs RM3,200 less than the RM93,000 Toyota Rush, yet its 1.5-litre turbo delivers 178 hp and 290 Nm against 104 hp and 136 Nm. Its 7DCT has seven ratios to the Rush’s four-speed automatic, and the X50 reaches 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds. The Rush answers with seven seats, a 2,685 mm wheelbase and a full-size alloy spare, where the X50 has five seats, a 2,600 mm wheelbase and a space-saver. For five occupants, the X50’s 330-litre boot also beats the Rush’s 213 litres.
Pick the Proton X50 if you want far stronger 178 hp/290 Nm performance, a 330-litre boot and more equipment for RM3,200 less.
Pick the Toyota Rush if carrying up to seven people, rear-wheel drive, a 360-degree camera and a full-size spare matter more than outright performance.
Key differences
- Price: Proton X50 RM89,800; Toyota Rush RM93,000.
- Power and torque: X50 178 hp and 290 Nm; Rush 104 hp and 136 Nm.
- Transmission: X50 seven-speed wet 7DCT; Rush four-speed conventional automatic.
- Seating and boot: X50 five seats and 330 litres; Rush seven seats and 213 litres.
- Wheelbase and driveline: X50 2,600 mm and front-wheel drive; Rush 2,685 mm and rear-wheel drive.
- Display: X50 14.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; Rush 6.8-inch DVD-AVX touchscreen.
X50
- 178 hp and 290 Nm turbo petrol engine.
- 330-litre boot is 117 litres larger.
- Auto headlamps, auto wipers and passive cruise control.
- Five seats versus the Rush’s seven.
- Space-saver spare versus a full-size 17-inch alloy spare.
- No 360-degree camera.
Rush
- Seven-seat cabin with one-touch tumble middle row.
- 360-degree camera and full-size 17-inch alloy spare.
- Rear air vents with blower.
- Costs RM3,200 more.
- 104 hp and 136 Nm trail the X50’s 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- 213-litre boot is smaller than the X50’s 330 litres.
What the X50 has over the Rush
What the Rush has over the X50
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Rush's wheelbase is 85 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The X50 is 100 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the X50: 330 litres against 213.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM89,800✓ | RM93,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM915/mo✓ | RM950/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM2,614✓ | RM2,698 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ | 136 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 72 mm × 91.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7DCT | 4 Speed Automatic |
| 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 | 4,435 mm |
| Width | 1,795 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,609 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,685 mm |
| Weight | 1,351 kg | 1,305 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 330 litres✓ | 213 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | GitiComfort F50 | Bridgestone Alenza 001A |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 24 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 18 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Live Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (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 | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents with Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Last Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 3 Front, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 6.8" DVD-AVX touchscreen with 6 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 | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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Is the Proton X50 or Toyota Rush better?
The Proton X50 is the better buy for five-seat use: it is RM3,200 cheaper, has 178 hp and 290 Nm, and carries 330 litres in its boot. Choose the Toyota Rush only if its two extra seats are essential.
What is the price difference?
The Proton X50 costs RM89,800 and the Toyota Rush costs RM93,000, so the Rush is RM3,200 more expensive.
Which has more seats and luggage space?
The Toyota Rush has seven seats, against five in the Proton X50. But with 213 litres of boot space, the Rush trails the X50’s 330 litres by 117 litres.