Verdict
At RM89,800, the Proton X50 is RM3,200 cheaper than the Toyota Rush yet brings 178 hp and 290 Nm, against 104 hp and 136 Nm. Its 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time gives the numbers real meaning for overtaking. The X50 also has a 14.6-inch screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a 330-litre boot. The RM93,000 Rush answers with seven seats, a longer 2,685-mm wheelbase and a 360-degree camera. Choose it if carrying extra people matters more than pace and cargo room.
Pick the Proton X50 if you want substantially stronger 178 hp/290 Nm performance, a 7DCT and a bigger 330-litre boot for less money.
Pick the Toyota Rush if you need seven seats, rear-wheel drive and a 360-degree camera.
Key differences
- Price: Proton X50 RM89,800; Toyota Rush RM93,000.
- Power and torque: Proton X50 178 hp and 290 Nm; Toyota Rush 104 hp and 136 Nm.
- Transmission: Proton X50 seven-speed wet dual-clutch automatic; Toyota Rush four-speed conventional automatic.
- Seating and boot space: Proton X50 five seats and 330 litres; Toyota Rush seven seats and 213 litres.
- Wheelbase: Proton X50 2,600 mm; Toyota Rush 2,685 mm.
- Infotainment display: Proton X50 14.6 inches with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto; Toyota Rush 6.8 inches.
X50
- 178 hp and 290 Nm, with a 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- RM3,200 lower price and 330-litre boot.
- 14.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Five seats versus the Rush's seven.
- Space-saver spare tyre versus the Rush's full-size 17-inch alloy spare.
- No 360-degree camera; the Rush has one.
Rush
- Seven-seat cabin with one-touch tumble middle-row seats.
- 360-degree reverse camera and full-size 17-inch alloy spare tyre.
- Longer 2,685-mm wheelbase and rear air-con blower.
- 104 hp and 136 Nm trail the X50's 178 hp and 290 Nm by a wide margin.
- Four-speed automatic versus the X50's seven-speed wet dual-clutch.
- 213-litre boot is 117 litres smaller than the X50's 330 litres.
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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.
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X50 vs Rush FAQ
Is the Proton X50 or Toyota Rush better?
The Proton X50 is the stronger all-round buy on these figures: it costs RM3,200 less, has 178 hp and 290 Nm, a seven-speed dual-clutch and a 330-litre boot. The Toyota Rush is better only when its two extra seats and 360-degree camera are priorities.
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 one is better for a larger family?
The Toyota Rush is better for carrying more people because it has seven seats, versus five in the Proton X50. Its last row splits 50:50, while the X50 counters with a larger 330-litre boot against 213 litres.