Car Buying Analysis: Choosing between Proton X50 and Proton X70 in the home SUV market?

Have you ever struggled to choose between the Proton X50 and Proton X70, these "brother cars" when selecting a household SUV? To judge how to choose between these two models, let's first start with the needs of a household SUV user. Consumers choosing a household SUV pay more attention to the product's cost-effectiveness, vehicle space, and driving safety. Therefore, we will compare the two cars in these three aspects to provide guidance for your purchase.

1.Price : Proton X70 is generally more expensive than Proton X50!

The overall price of the Proton X70 model is higher than that of the Proton X50. There is a large price difference between the Executive and Premium models, but the price difference between the low-end and high-end models is relatively smaller.

There are currently four models of Proton X50 on sale, with a price range of RM 86,300 to RM 113,300.

2024 Proton X50 1.5T Standard：RM 86,300

2024 Proton X50 1.5T Executive：RM 93,300

2024 Proton X50 1.5T Premium：RM 101,800

2024 Proton X50 1.5TGDi Flagship：RM 113,300

There are currently four models of Proton X70 on sale, with a price range of RM 98,800 to RM 126,800.

2024 Proton X70 1.5 TGDi Standard：RM 98,800

2024 Proton X70 1.5 TGDi Executive: RM 110,800

2024 Proton X70 1.5 TGDi Premium: RM 123,800

2024 Proton X70 1.5 TGDi Premium X: RM 126,800

2.Vehicle space: The parameters of Proton X70 are slightly better, and the overall difference is not big!

Family SUV users need to consider the riding experience of the whole family, so the demand for vehicle space is large, and there needs to be enough space to accommodate the necessary items for the whole family, so there is a large demand for space in the trunk.

In terms of vehicle size, the overall difference between Proton X50 and Proton X70 is not big, and the impact on the interior space is not big. Although the parameters of Proton X70 will be higher than those of Proton X50, the actual impact is not big.

(Left: Proton X50 Right: Proton X70)

The Proton X50 is 4330mm long, 1800mm wide, 1609mm high, and has a wheelbase of 2600mm.

The Proton X70 has a body length of 4526mm, a width of 1831mm, a height of 1694mm, and a wheelbase of 2670mm.

3.Driving Safety: Proton X70 is more comprehensive, but the top configuration of Proton X50 is also good!

The active safety system of the Proton X50 is equipped with basic ABS/EBD, ESC and safety belt reminder systems, but there is a high differentiation between the products. Only the highest configuration model 2024 Proton X50 1.5TGDi Flagship is equipped with Blind Spot Info System and Lane-keeping Alert safety features, while the rest of the models are not, leaving less choice for consumers, that can only opt for the higher configuration model considering safety.

(Proton X50 Active Safety System)

Beyond the basic system, the Proton X70 models, especially the premium and Premium X models, are equipped with a comprehensive safety system, offering a larger selection for consumers compared to the Proton X50.

(Proton X70 Active Safety System)

In terms of passive safety systems, apart from the entry-level model of Proton X50 which lacks 2 airbags and front side air curtains, the configuration of other models is consistent, the same as the configuration of four models of Proton X70.

(Proton X50 Passive Safety System)

(Proton X70 Passive Safety System)

As stated above, considering the needs of safety layer level for family SUVs, it is recommended to buy the top configuration model of Proton X50, and Premium and Premium X models of Proton X70 can be considered.

Price is an important factor affecting consumer purchase decisions. Although the overall price of Proton X70 is higher than Proton X50, it also has certain advantages in space, configuration and safety performance. Consumers can choose suitable configuration models according to their budget. If the budget is limited, the high configuration model of Proton X50 is also a good choice, and if the configuration requirements are higher, the Premium or Premium X models of Proton X70 are worth considering.