Verdict
At RM76,100, the Perodua Traz undercuts the Proton X50 by RM13,700 and makes the stronger family case: its 471-litre boot is 141 litres larger, its wheelbase is 20 mm longer, and ASA 3.0 operates from 4-120 km/h with pedestrian detection. The X50 answers with serious muscle, its 178 hp and 290 Nm far beyond the Traz’s 105 hp and 138 Nm, plus a quoted 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time. Choose the Traz for space and active safety; pay for the X50 if performance, a 14.6-inch screen and automatic climate control matter more.
Pick the Perodua Traz if you want the larger 471-litre boot, a full-size spare and autonomous braking with pedestrian detection for less money.
Pick the Proton X50 if you want 178 hp, 290 Nm and a quoted 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time, along with a 14.6-inch touchscreen.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Traz RM76,100; Proton X50 RM89,800.
- Power and torque: Perodua Traz 105 hp and 138 Nm; Proton X50 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- Boot space: Perodua Traz 471 litres; Proton X50 330 litres.
- Wheelbase: Perodua Traz 2,620 mm; Proton X50 2,600 mm.
- Automatic braking: Perodua Traz ASA 3.0 with pedestrian detection at 4-120 km/h; Proton X50 no autonomous braking system.
- Transmission: Perodua Traz CVT automatic; Proton X50 seven-speed wet dual-clutch automatic.
Traz
- 471-litre boot, 141 litres larger than the X50’s.
- ASA 3.0 braking with pedestrian detection and steering lane-keeping correction.
- Full-size 16-inch steel spare tyre.
- 105 hp and 138 Nm trail the X50’s 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- No cruise control, navigation or auto wipers.
- Manual air-con rather than automatic climate control.
X50
- 178 hp, 290 Nm and a quoted 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 14.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Automatic climate control, auto wipers and navigation.
- 330-litre boot is 141 litres smaller than the Traz’s.
- No autonomous braking system or lane-keeping assist.
- Space-saver spare tyre instead of a full-size spare.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM76,100✓ | RM89,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm | 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7DCT |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Geely |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.6 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,380 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,655 mm | 1,609 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,600 mm |
| Weight | 1,145 kg | 1,351 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 42 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 471 litres✓ | 330 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 16" Steel | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes CR1 | GitiComfort F50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Dual-tone Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Dual-tone Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, ASA 3.0 Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| 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 | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Smart Link, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 Speakers | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 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.
Used Traz & X50 for sale
Traz vs X50 FAQ
Is the Perodua Traz or Proton X50 better?
The Traz is the better family-focused buy with a 471-litre boot, longer 2,620 mm wheelbase and ASA 3.0 braking. The X50 is better for outright performance, producing 178 hp and 290 Nm versus the Traz’s 105 hp and 138 Nm.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Traz is RM13,700 cheaper than the Proton X50. The X50’s extra outlay brings 73 hp more power, 152 Nm more torque, a 14.6-inch touchscreen and automatic climate control, but its boot is smaller.
Which has the larger boot?
The Perodua Traz has the larger boot at 471 litres, compared with 330 litres in the Proton X50. That is a 141-litre advantage for the Traz, and it also has a full-size spare tyre rather than a space-saver.
