Verdict
At RM106,800 apiece, the X90 is the larger D-segment choice: its 4,830 mm body, 2,805 mm wheelbase and seven seats suit buyers regularly carrying more people. But its quoted boot space is just 257 litres against the X70’s 515 litres, and it weighs 1,695 kg to the X70’s 1,575 kg. Both use the same 178 hp/290 Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine, seven-speed wet dual-clutch and front-wheel drive, so the X90 does not buy extra outputs. For five occupants and luggage, the better-equipped X70 is the sharper buy.
Pick the Proton X70 if you need 515 litres of boot space and want a 360-degree camera, ventilated front seats and a powered driver’s seat at the same RM106,800 price.
Pick the Proton X90 if seven seats, a 2,805 mm wheelbase and rear air-con blower control matter more than boot capacity.
Key differences
- Segment: Proton X70 is C-segment; Proton X90 is D-segment.
- Length: Proton X70 is 4,532 mm; Proton X90 is 4,830 mm.
- Wheelbase: Proton X70 is 2,670 mm; Proton X90 is 2,805 mm.
- Seating: Proton X70 has 5 seats; Proton X90 has 7 seats.
- Boot space: Proton X70 has 515 litres; Proton X90 has 257 litres.
- Kerb weight: Proton X70 is 1,575 kg; Proton X90 is 1,695 kg.
X70
- 515-litre boot space
- 360-degree camera and front parking sensors
- Power-adjustable, ventilated driver’s seat
- Five seats versus the X90’s seven
- Smaller 2,670 mm wheelbase versus 2,805 mm
- Four USB ports versus the X90’s seven
X90
- Seven-seat cabin with a 50:50-folding last row
- Rear vents with blower control
- Seven USB ports across three rows
- 257-litre boot versus the X70’s 515 litres
- No front parking sensors or 360-degree camera
- Manual front-seat adjustment instead of the X70’s powered, ventilated driver’s seat
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM106,800 | RM106,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm | 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission with Manual Mode | — |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Geely | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,532 mm | 4,830 mm |
| Width | 1,831 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,694 mm | 1,764 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,805 mm |
| Weight | 1,575 kg | 1,695 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 515 litres✓ | 257 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Giti Control P10 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on two middle row passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat, Front Seat Ventilation | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Air Purifier System & Air Ionizer | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents with Blower control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Second Row, 2 USB Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Back Row |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen Atlas OS Infotainment System with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, eSIM, Voice Control and 6 Speakers | 12.3" Touchscreen Atlas OS Infotainment System with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button with Remote Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
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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X70 vs X90 FAQ
Is the Proton X70 or Proton X90 better?
The X70 is better for five people, luggage and equipment, with a 515-litre boot, 360-degree camera and ventilated driver’s seat. The X90 is better if you need seven seats and its 2,805 mm wheelbase.
What is the price difference?
There is no price difference: both the Proton X70 and Proton X90 cost RM106,800. Their annual road tax is also identical at RM120.
Do the Proton X70 and X90 have the same engine?
Yes. Both use a 1,499 cc turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine producing 178 hp at 5,500 rpm and 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm, with a seven-speed wet dual-clutch automatic and front-wheel drive.