At the front of the X50, you’ll find Proton’s signature “Infinite Weave” grille, surrounded by a striking Auburn Red strip that frames the roundel badge. This design is further accented by sharp LED headlights, large air intakes, and a front spoiler that seamlessly transitions into the black plastic body cladding. The only variant not equipped with LED fog lights in the corner inlets is the base Standard model.
The X50’s rear design features trapezoidal LED tail lights with triple light guides, complemented by a full-width chrome strip carrying the Proton script. The car’s sporty look is further emphasized by the massive diffuser and four genuine exhaust pipes. Unlike other markets, the design team opted not to include an ostentatious rear wing, keeping the overall look sleek and modern.
The range-topping Flagship variant is distinguished by a two-tone exterior, featuring a black roof and black side mirror caps. The careful design ensures that the joint of the A-pillar lines up neatly with the bonnet, making the two-tone colour scheme look less like an afterthought. It also comes with the TGDi badging on the sides, signifying the more powerful engine exclusive to this variant.
Proton X50 Interior
The Proton X50 SUV boasts a modern and minimalist interior design inspired by jet fighters, featuring a dashboard with faux stitching, metal-look trim, a tall center console, and jet fighter-inspired air vents.
There is also ample storage space under the center console, equipped with a USB port and a 12-volt socket. Premium and Flagship models further enhance the visual appeal with a full red-and-black color scheme and soft-touch materials on the dashboard and front door panels.
The SUV comes equipped with the latest version of the Geely Key User Interface, GKUI 19, which is more responsive than its predecessor. It features a redesigned interface with cleaner tiles and permanent menu buttons. The Standard and Executive models have an eight-inch touchscreen and an analog instrument cluster, while the Premium and Flagship models boast a larger 10.25-inch display and a seven-inch digital instrument cluster.
Lastly, an integrated eSIM connects the car to the Proton Link smartphone app, allowing users to remotely check the vehicle’s status and control certain functions, including starting the car. This feature adds a layer of convenience for the user.
Proton X50 Specs and Pricing
Here’s a comparison of the four models of the Proton X50:
Standard – price RM79,200 at launch, now RM86,300
- 1.5 litre three-cylinder turbocharged engine with multi-point fuel injection, 150 PS (147 hp) at 5,500 rpm, and 226 Nm between 1,500 to 4,000 rpm.
- Seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
- Four airbags.
- Full LED projector headlamps, gloss black grille with red outline, lower splitter with carbon-fibre print, and silver 17-inch wheels.
- Inside, it comes with a polyurethane steering wheel and full black fabric seat upholstery with contrast stitching.
- Keyless entry, push-start ignition, and remote engine start.
- Electronic parking brake with auto hold, manually-adjustable driver’s seat, four speakers, manual air-conditioning with a N95 cabin filter and dedicated rear air vents, three USB chargers and a reverse camera.
Executive – price RM84,800 at launch, now RM93,300
- The same engine and transmission as the Standard model.
- Additional front parking sensors, LED fog lamps, and an automatic function for the headlamps.
- Inside, there’s a leather-wrapped steering wheel, full black leatherette (faux leather) upholstery, and two additional airbags.
- Comes with a smaller eight-inch touchscreen central display that supports “Hi Proton” voice commands, online navigation through AMAP, online music streaming through Joox, Bluetooth, and smartphone connectivity, along with a reverse camera.
Premium – price RM93,200 at launch, now RM101,800
- The same engine and transmission as the Standard and Executive models.
- Additional red brake callipers, 18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, silver-coloured roof rails, and front welcome lamps on the side mirrors.
- Inside, it features a two-tone interior, with a lot of dark red contrast tones on the dashboard’s top panel, the door cards, and centre armrest.
- Power adjustable driver’s seat, full digital instrument cluster, and a 10.25-inch touchscreen with additional functionalities.
- Automatic climate control (single-zone), six speakers, tyre-pressure monitoring system, full set of cameras for the 360-degree parking camera system.
- Auto up for all windows (the lower variants get auto down for all windows, but auto up only for the driver).
Flagship – price RM103,300 at launch, now RM113,300
- A different 1.5 litre turbocharged three-cylinder engine with a direct-injection system, 177 PS (174 hp) at 5,000 rpm, and 255 Nm between 1,500 to 4,000 rpm.
- The same transmission as the other models.
- Two-tone exterior with a black roof and black side mirror caps, TGDi badging on the sides.
- Inside, extra bits include a full panoramic sunroof with a powered sunblind cover, auto-dimming rear-view mirror, and automatic rain-sensing wipers.
- The variant also includes an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS), which includes Forward Collision Warning with Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) in its suite.
Proton X50 Fuel Efficiency
We had a look at the Proton X50 owner reviews on CarBase.my and we estimate the Proton X50’s fuel efficiency to be approximately 10.5 litres per 100 km. That translates to about 9.5 km per litre.
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