Verdict
At RM89,800 against RM88,000, the Proton X50 asks RM1,800 more but brings a 178 hp/290 Nm 1.5-litre turbo, a claimed 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time, 330-litre boot and rear air-con vents. The Toyota Yaris counters with 7 airbags, pre-collision braking and a 360-degree camera, where the X50 has 6 airbags, no autonomous braking and a conventional reverse camera. For Malaysian buyers carrying people and luggage, the X50’s extra 73 hp, 140 Nm and 44 litres of boot space are hard to ignore; safety-led urban buyers should take the Yaris seriously.
Pick the Proton X50 if you want substantially stronger 178 hp/290 Nm performance, a 330-litre boot and rear air-con vents for only RM1,800 more.
Pick the Toyota Yaris if pre-collision braking, 7 airbags, a 360-degree camera and lower RM90 annual road tax matter more than outright pace and space.
Key differences
- Price: Proton X50 RM89,800; Toyota Yaris RM88,000.
- Power and torque: Proton X50 178 hp and 290 Nm; Toyota Yaris 105 hp and 150 Nm.
- Performance: Proton X50 claims 0-100 km/h in 7.6 seconds; Toyota Yaris has no quoted 0-100 km/h time.
- Size and boot: Proton X50 is 4,380 mm long with a 330-litre boot; Toyota Yaris is 4,140 mm long with a 286-litre boot.
- Safety: Proton X50 has 6 airbags and no autonomous braking; Toyota Yaris has 7 airbags, pre-collision braking and a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating.
- Parking and cabin equipment: Proton X50 has front and rear sensors, rear vents and a 14.6-inch screen; Toyota Yaris has rear sensors, no rear vents and a 9.
X50
- 178 hp and 290 Nm versus 105 hp and 150 Nm
- 330-litre boot and rear air-con vents
- 14.6-inch touchscreen, front parking sensors and auto wipers
- No autonomous braking, while the Yaris has pre-collision braking
- 6 airbags versus the Yaris' 7 airbags
- No 360-degree camera or paddle shifts
Yaris
- Pre-collision braking, 7 airbags and 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating
- 360-degree camera, paddle shifts and a full-size 16-inch alloy spare wheel
- RM1,800 lower price and RM90 annual road tax
- 105 hp and 150 Nm fall well short of the X50's 178 hp and 290 Nm
- 286-litre boot is 44 litres smaller than the X50's
- No rear air-con vents, cruise control, front parking sensors or auto wipers
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM89,800 | RM88,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM90✓ |
| 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✓ | 105 hp |
| Torque | 290 Nm✓ | 150 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7DCT | CVT with 7 Speed Sports Sequential Shift |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Geely | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,140 mm |
| Width | 1,795 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Height | 1,609 mm | 1,475 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,550 mm |
| Weight | 1,351 kg | 1,140 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 330 litres✓ | 286 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 195/50R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 195/50R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | GitiComfort F50 | Toyo Proxes R50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 16" Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| 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 | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 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 Yaris FAQ
Is the Proton X50 or Toyota Yaris better?
The X50 is the better choice for performance, luggage capacity and rear-seat ventilation, with 178 hp, 290 Nm and a 330-litre boot. The Yaris is better for active safety, adding pre-collision braking, a seventh airbag and a 360-degree camera.
What is the price difference?
The Proton X50 costs RM1,800 more than the Toyota Yaris. Its annual road tax is also RM30 higher, at RM120 versus RM90.
Which car is safer, the Proton X50 or Toyota Yaris?
The Toyota Yaris has the stronger safety specification: 7 airbags, pre-collision braking, collision warning and a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating. The X50 has 6 airbags, stability control and blind-spot information, but no autonomous braking.