Proton X50 updated for 2024 – Better NVH and connectivities, from RM86,300

PROTON today launched the 2024 X50, an updated version of the compact B-segment SUV. This model has received improvements in four aspects: comfort, safety, connectivity, and reliability/durability.

Before we delve into its updates, let’s first look at the variants and offers. The Proton X50 2024 is available in four variants as follows:

X50 1.5T Standard – RM86,300
X50 1.5T Executive – RM93,300
X50 1.5T Premium – RM101,800
X50 1.5 TGDi Flagship – RM113,300

In terms of improving comfort, Proton has introduced a new NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) package with 20 spots on the car’s body. This is said to reduce noise in the cabin during driving.

Furthermore, the X50 is now equipped with power boot (available in Premium and Flagship variants only).

In terms of safety, the 360-degree camera (available in Premium and Flagship) now provides clearer visibility for night-time driving. It has gained 3.3 times more pixels, blind spot display, and live 3D display when changing lanes.

Another enhancement is in the connectivity department. All 2024 X50 variants now come with a 10.3-inch infotainment screen that also features faster processing for better touch response.

This new X50 also supports the PROTONLink application that allows you to access several functions from your smartphone.

Other aspects remain unchanged in this SUV. The Proton X50 is still offered with two engine options: the 1.5-liter turbo 3-cylinder for the Standard, Executive, and Premium variants, while the Flagship gets the 1.5-liter direct injection turbocharged engine.

The 1.5-liter turbo 3-cylinder engine generates 150PS at 5,500rpm and 226Nm of torque at 1,500 to 4,000rpm. The more powerful 1.5-liter TGDi unit produces 177PS at 5,500rpm and 255Nm of torque from 1,500 to 4,000rpm.

The gearbox is standard for all, which is a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic, transmitting power to the front wheels. There are still no paddle shifters for this 2024 X50.

Other features starting from the Standard variant include four airbags, LED headlights with DRL, 17-inch rims, and a reverse camera. The Executive variant adds six airbags, leather-wrapped steering wheel, automatic headlights, fog lights, and leather seats.

Moving up to the Premium variant, you’ll get the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Security Tint, 18-inch rims, power boot, power driver seat, and 360-degree camera.

For the top-tier Flagship variant, the X50 comes with the addition of the 1.5 TGDi engine, Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS), two-tone body color, and panoramic sunroof.

The Proton X50 2024 is available in five color options – Snow White, Armour Silver, Jet Grey, Ocean Blue, and Passion Red.