Verdict
The Proton X50 is the more rounded Malaysian passenger car here: RM10,200 less buys five seats, a 178 hp/290 Nm 1.5-litre turbo, 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time and substantially broader cabin and safety equipment. The Wuling Porta EV is a very different commercial proposition, with two seats in a 5,010 mm body, a 100 hp/180 Nm rear motor and a 41.9 kWh battery rated for 300 km. Its RM50 annual road tax halves the X50’s RM120 bill, but the higher purchase price suits a specific electric commercial brief.
Pick the Proton X50 if you need five seats, stronger 178 hp performance and far more passenger-car equipment for RM10,200 less.
Pick the Wuling Porta EV if a two-seat electric commercial vehicle, 300 km claimed range and RM50 annual road tax matter more than passenger capacity and equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Proton X50 RM89,800; Wuling Porta EV RM100,000.
- Power and torque: Proton X50 178 hp and 290 Nm; Wuling Porta EV 100 hp and 180 Nm.
- Seating: Proton X50 five seats; Wuling Porta EV two seats.
- Length: Proton X50 4,380 mm; Wuling Porta EV 5,010 mm.
- Annual road tax: Proton X50 RM120; Wuling Porta EV RM50.
- Energy and range: Proton X50 has a 45-litre petrol tank; Wuling Porta EV has a 41.9 kWh battery with 300 km range.
X50
- RM10,200 lower purchase price.
- 178 hp and 290 Nm, with 0-100 km/h in 7.6 seconds.
- Five seats, six airbags, blind-spot monitoring and a 14.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- RM120 annual road tax versus the Porta EV’s RM50.
- Shorter 4,380 mm body than the Porta EV’s 5,010 mm commercial body.
Porta EV
- 41.9 kWh battery with 300 km claimed EV range.
- RM50 annual road tax.
- Long 5,010 mm commercial body and rear-wheel drive.
- RM10,200 more expensive despite having only two seats.
- 100 hp and 180 Nm trail the X50’s 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- Only driver and passenger airbags, plus an 8-inch Bluetooth/USB head unit, against the X50’s broader safety and infotainment specification.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM89,800✓ | RM100,000 |
| Body type | SUV | Commercial |
| Segment | B-Segment | Commercial |
| Assembly | CKD | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM50✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 178 hp | — |
| Torque | 290 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 100 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 180 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 41.9 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 300 km |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7DCT | Single-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Geely | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | — | 115 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 5,010 mm |
| Width | 1,795 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,609 mm | 1,975 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 3,050 mm |
| Weight | 1,351 kg | 1,565 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 330 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 195/70R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 195/70R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | GitiComfort F50 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | — |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | — |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | — |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 15" Steel with Wheel Cap |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 15" Steel with Wheel Cap |
| 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 | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | — |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED |
| Taillamps | Full LED | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | — |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Electronic Air Conditioning |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | — |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 8" Head Unit with Bluetooth and USB, 3.5" TFT Cluster |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Dual Power Windows, Driver Auto with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | — |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| 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 | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 120,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 6 Times Free Labour Servicing | EV battery cell 6-yr/300,000 km; drive motor, EV battery and BMS 5-yr/200,000 km |
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 Porta EV FAQ
Is the Proton X50 or Wuling Porta EV better?
The Proton X50 is better for most buyers needing a five-seat SUV, stronger performance and more safety and convenience equipment. The Wuling Porta EV is the better fit only for buyers who specifically need a two-seat electric commercial vehicle with 300 km claimed range.
What is the price difference?
The Wuling Porta EV costs RM100,000, which is RM10,200 more than the RM89,800 Proton X50.
Which has lower annual road tax?
The Wuling Porta EV has lower annual road tax at RM50, compared with RM120 for the Proton X50. That is a RM70 annual saving for the electric commercial vehicle.