Proton X90: VX11 vs VX11 MC
Verdict
The Proton X90 VX11 MC is the stronger paper buy for most Malaysian families. It is RM17,000 cheaper, seats seven instead of six, and has a small output edge at 178 hp and 290 Nm against 177 hp and 255 Nm. Both are CKD D-segment petrol SUVs with front-wheel drive, a wet dual-clutch automatic, the same 4,830 mm length, 2,805 mm wheelbase and 257-litre boot. The VX11 only fights back if its six-seat cabin layout suits your daily use better.
Pick the Proton X90 VX11 if you specifically want the six-seat version and can accept paying more for less torque.
Pick the Proton X90 VX11 MC if you want the cheaper newer seven-seat version with the stronger 290 Nm torque figure.
Key differences
- Price: Proton X90 VX11 RM123,800; Proton X90 VX11 MC RM106,800
- Seats: Proton X90 VX11 6; Proton X90 VX11 MC 7
- Engine capacity: Proton X90 VX11 1,477 cc; Proton X90 VX11 MC 1,499 cc
- Power: Proton X90 VX11 177 hp; Proton X90 VX11 MC 178 hp
- Torque: Proton X90 VX11 255 Nm; Proton X90 VX11 MC 290 Nm
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 123,800 | RM 106,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Seats | 6 | 7 |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,477 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Power | 177 hp | 178 hp✓ |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 290 Nm✓ |
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,830 mm | 4,830 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,764 mm | 1,764 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,805 mm | 2,805 mm |
| Boot space | 257 L | 257 L |
| Fuel tank | 60 L | 60 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | — | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 120 |
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.
VX11
- Six-seat cabin layout
- Same 4,830 mm length and 2,805 mm wheelbase as the MC
- Same 60-litre fuel tank and RM120 road tax
- Costs RM17,000 more
- Lower 255 Nm torque figure
- No listed auto emergency braking
VX11 MC
- Seven seats
- Cheaper by RM17,000
- Higher 290 Nm torque output
- Same 257-litre boot space as the VX11
- No listed auto emergency braking
- Only 1 hp more despite the newer specification
VX11 vs VX11 MC FAQ
Is the Proton X90 VX11 or Proton X90 VX11 MC better?
The Proton X90 VX11 MC is better on paper: it costs RM17,000 less, has seven seats instead of six, and gets 178 hp/290 Nm against 177 hp/255 Nm. The VX11 only makes sense if its six-seat layout suits you.
What is the price difference?
The Proton X90 VX11 MC is RM17,000 cheaper: RM106,800 versus RM123,800 for the Proton X90 VX11.
Do they differ in size or boot space?
No. Both are 4,830 mm long, 1,900 mm wide and 1,764 mm tall, with a 2,805 mm wheelbase and 257-litre boot. Cabin footprint is the same; the seating count is not.