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2026 Proton X90 receives one-star ASEAN NCAP rating

The ASEAN New Car Assessment Program (ASEAN NCAP) has officially revoked the five-star rating for the newly launched 2026 Proton X90.

The SUV is now rated only one star due to the removal of the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) in the updated model.

In 2023, the Proton X90 received a five-star rating with an overall score of 83.79 points, covering the following performance areas:

  • Adult Passenger Protection (37.75/40.00)
  • Child Protection (17.79/20.00)
  • Safety Assistance (15.71/20.00)
  • Motorcycle Rider Safety (12.50/20.00)

Reduction in safety features

ASEAN NCAP found that a significant portion of the ADAS technology assessed in 2023 has been removed from the X90 2026, including:

  • Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)
  • Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
  • Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
  • Lane Keeping Assistance (LKA)
  • Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
  • Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)

Under the ASEAN NCAP 2021-2025 Protocol, a vehicle’s star rating will be limited if it performs poorly in any single category.

The removal of these technologies caused the Safety Assistance (SA) score to drop to a four-star level.

Meanwhile, the Motorcycle Rider Safety (MS) category, which heavily relies on Blind Spot Detection, has drastically fallen to one star.

As a result, the overall rating for the Proton X90 is now limited to just one star.

2023-2025 Proton X90 still rated five stars

ASEAN NCAP confirmed that the X90 models manufactured between 2023 and 2025 still retain their five-star rating.

This is because the mentioned models are still equipped with the ADAS technologies mandated by the 2021-2025 evaluation protocols.

According to Prof. Madya Ir. Ts. Dr. Siti Zaharah binti Ishak, the Director-General of MIROS, “We are deeply disappointed by Proton’s decision to remove life-saving ADAS technologies from this new facelift model.

“To protect consumers and maintain the integrity of safety standards, we had no choice but to revoke the five-star rating.

“This serves as a reminder to all manufacturers: safety is not something to be compromised.

“Do not sacrifice proven safety technologies for mere external luxury, such as infotainment systems or leather upholstery,” she added.

Ts. Yahaya Ahmad, the Technical Head of ASEAN NCAP, further stated, “Blind Spot Detection (BSD) is a critical weighting factor in our Motorcycle Safety (MS) category.

“The removal of it, along with other advanced aids, has stripped away the points that previously granted the X90 its highest rating.

“ASEAN NCAP will continue to monitor all evaluated manufacturers, and we will not hesitate to revoke the ratings of any brand that neglects vehicle safety after assessments are made.”

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2026 Proton X90 officially launched in Malaysia – 3 variants, starting from RM99,800

It’s only March but Proton has already launched its fourth model of the year, the 2026 Proton X90.

Three variants are offered, with the following price tags:

  • Proton X90 Lite – RM99,800
  • Proton X90 Prime – RM109,800
  • Proton X90 Prime X – RM115,800

Proton X90 Now Features a New Engine

The most significant change is undoubtedly the powertrain, which replaces the mild hybrid system of the previous model.

The Proton X90 is now powered by a 1.5TD i-GT four-cylinder engine, delivering 181 PS and 290 Nm of torque, paired with a 7-speed DCT transmission.

According to Proton, the fuel consumption rate is approximately 6.9 liters per 100 km.

Minimal Changes to the Exterior

There are not many cosmetic changes made to the 2026 Proton X90.

The exterior of this three-row SUV features:

  • Full LED headlights along with LED daytime running lights (DRL)
  • 18-inch alloy wheels
  • Roof rails (with a load capacity of 75 kg)

The Prime and Prime X variants come with additional features such as automatic headlights, a Follow Me Home function, and rain-sensing wipers.

Interior Features

Standard equipment for the 2026 X90 cabin includes:

  • 12.3-inch infotainment screen
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto support
  • 3.5-inch display meter combination
  • Leatherette-wrapped steering wheel
  • Leatherette-wrapped seats
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • 6-speaker audio system

The Prime variant adds features such as:

  • 10.3-inch digital cluster screen
  • 6-way power adjustable driver’s seat

Meanwhile, the Prime X (6-seater) boasts the following features:

  • Nappa leather-wrapped seats
  • 8-way power adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support
  • 4-way power adjustable front passenger seat
  • Boss Switch
  • Second-row captain’s chairs
  • Ventilated seats (first and second rows)
  • Ergonomic headrests (first and second rows)

The cargo space measures 257 liters and can expand up to 2,050 liters when the second and third-row seats are folded down.

Safety Features

The 2026 Proton X90 is equipped with the following safety features:

  • 6 airbags
  • 4 rear parking sensors
  • Rearview camera
  • Walk Away Auto Lock

The Prime variant adds:

  • HD 360-degree camera with a 180-degree transparent view function
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
  • 2 front parking sensors

Finally, the Prime X variant includes a driving recorder (DVR) as an exclusive feature.