Verdict
At RM89,800, the Proton X50 costs RM10,100 less yet brings 178 hp and 290 Nm, against the Toyota Yaris Cross’ 105 hp and 138 Nm; its claimed 0-100 km/h time is 7.6 seconds. That is a substantial advantage for overtaking and climbing. The RM99,900 Yaris Cross answers with a far larger 471-litre boot versus 330 litres, a 2,620-mm wheelbase and adaptive cruise control with steering correction. Choose the Toyota for carrying people and luggage with more driver assistance; choose the Proton for outright performance and a larger 14.6-inch screen.
Pick the Proton X50 if 178 hp, 290 Nm, a 7.6-second 0-100 km/h claim and RM10,100 in savings matter more than boot capacity and adaptive cruise control.
Pick the Toyota Yaris Cross if its 471-litre boot, 2,620-mm wheelbase, adaptive cruise control and steering correction suit your daily family use.
Key differences
- Price: Proton X50 RM89,800; Toyota Yaris Cross RM99,900.
- Power and torque: Proton X50 178 hp/290 Nm; Toyota Yaris Cross 105 hp/138 Nm.
- Boot space: Proton X50 330 litres; Toyota Yaris Cross 471 litres.
- Wheelbase: Proton X50 2,600 mm; Toyota Yaris Cross 2,620 mm.
- Wheels: Proton X50 17-inch alloys; Toyota Yaris Cross 18-inch two-tone alloys.
- Infotainment: Proton X50 14.6-inch screen with six speakers; Toyota Yaris Cross 10.1-inch screen with four speakers.
X50
- 178 hp and 290 Nm turbo petrol engine.
- RM10,100 lower purchase price.
- 14.6-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and six speakers.
- 330-litre boot trails the Yaris Cross’ 471 litres.
- Passive cruise control instead of adaptive cruise control, and no steering correction.
- Manual front-seat adjustment versus the Yaris Cross’ eight-way powered driver’s seat.
Yaris Cross
- 471-litre boot and 2,620-mm wheelbase.
- Adaptive cruise control, collision warning and steering correction.
- 360-degree camera, powered boot and eight-way powered driver’s seat.
- 105 hp and 138 Nm fall well short of the X50’s 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- RM99,900 price is RM10,100 higher.
- 10.1-inch touchscreen and four speakers are smaller and fewer than the X50’s 14.6-inch unit and six-speaker system.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM89,800✓ | RM99,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 72.5 mm × 91.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| 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 | 4,380 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,795 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,609 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,351 kg | 1,150 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 330 litres | 471 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Steel 195/65R16 Tyre |
| Factory Tyres | GitiComfort F50 | Toyo Proxes R61 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" 2-tone 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | 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 X50 & Yaris Cross for sale
X50 vs Yaris Cross FAQ
Is the Proton X50 or Toyota Yaris Cross better?
The X50 is better for performance and price, with 178 hp, 290 Nm and a RM89,800 price. The Yaris Cross is better for luggage and driver assistance, with a 471-litre boot, adaptive cruise control and steering correction.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Yaris Cross costs RM99,900, which is RM10,100 more than the Proton X50 at RM89,800.
Which has the bigger boot, Proton X50 or Toyota Yaris Cross?
The Toyota Yaris Cross has the bigger boot at 471 litres, 141 litres more than the Proton X50’s 330 litres.
