The SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle) segment has been dominating the market for some time now. Whether you’re at a traffic light stop, a parking lot or on the highway, SUVs are everywhere.
They are so popular because SUVs are practical, comfortable and the taller ride height gives people a commanding view unlike hatchbacks and sedans. Gone are the days when people only buy SUVs because they are starting a family – SUVs are suitable for everyone.
However, a quick search online will show that new SUVs will cost RM80,000 and above, except for our local brands. In fact, the options are limited for a new SUV below the RM100,000 price point.
Thus, here are five best used SUVs for less than RM100,000.
1. Honda CR-V
| PROS | CONS |
| Reliable (regular service and maintenance will keep the car problem-free) | Poor handling (cannot go through a curve or a twisty road at a high speed as it will loose grip or control of the car) |
| Comfortable ride as it absorbs uneven road surfaces well | Four airbags only for 2.0-liter variant |
| Spacious cabin for a family of five with plenty of legroom, headroom and storage compartments for a road trip | Lack of touchscreen display on 2.0-liter 2WD variant |
| Large boot capacity at 589-liters, expandable up to 1,146-liters with the rear seats folded – it’s enough to fit a whole family’s luggage | Fabric seats on 2.0-liter 2WD variant |
| Honda LaneWatch (Honda’s version of blind spot monitor system) | 2.0-liter variant is underpowered in certain scenarios |
| Mature looks for someone starting a family | |
| Fuel efficient for its size |
Check out our Carsome Certified Honda CR-V inventory here.
2. Honda HR-V
| PROS | CONS |
| Reliable (regular service and maintenance will keep the car problem-free) | Not the most comfortable as going over potholes isn’t well-sorted |
| Most spacious and practical in its segment – cabin feels airy and not claustrophobic | Poor handling (cannot go through a curve or a twisty road at a high speed as it will loose grip or control of the car) |
| Largest boot capacity in its segment at 437-liters, expandable up to 1,032-liters with the rear seats folded – for comparison, Mazda CX-3 only has 350-liters | Infotainment system is outdated |
| Looks sharp with design cues like hidden rear door handles making it look like a coupe | Poor placement of air-cond vents, hard to cool cabin |
| Smart interior packaging (Honda’s Ultra Seats) |
Check out our Carsome Certified Honda HR-V inventory here.
3. Nissan X-Trail
| PROS | CONS |
| Comfortable ride as it absorbs uneven road surfaces well | Two airbags only |
| Comfortable seats with good thigh support | Unrefined touchscreen display as it has a slow response time between each click |
| Responsive transmission (gearbox) – eager to get you up to speed | Engine and transmission sounds unrefined with a whining sound |
| Poor handling (cannot go through a curve or a twisty road at a high speed without losing grip or control of the car) |
Check out our Carsome Certified Nissan X-Trail inventory here.
4. Proton X70
| PROS | CONS |
| Comfortable ride as it absorbs potholes with ease | Poor Bluetooth hands-free telephone quality |
| Well-sorted handling (can go through a curve or a twisty road at a high speed without losing grip or control of the car) | Side view mirrors are so big that it creates a blind spot when turning into a junction |
| Stable at high speeds | Sluggish transmission |
| Refined engine and transmission setup | Not fuel efficient but 2020 models with the dual-clutch transmission improves on this |
| Large boot capacity at 519-liters, powered tailgate with hands-free operation (great for when your hands are full) | |
| Premium materials used all round (soft touch leather) | |
| Excellent sound insulation | |
| 360-degree camera, which provides a better view for the driver when parking or going through tight spaces such as a narrow pathway | |
| Has a mature look for someone starting a family while having creative designs like the “infinite weave” grille inspired by ‘batik’ and traditional Malaysian wood carvings | |
| Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) such as Blind Spot Information System, Autonomous Emergency Braking, Lane Departure Warning, Adaptive Cruise Control, Blind Spot Information System, etc. |
Check out our Carsome Certified Proton X70 inventory here.
5. Proton X50
| PROS | CONS |
| Comfortable ride as it absorbs uneven road surfaces well | Seats lack of thigh support |
| Powered tailgate | Small boot capacity at 330-liters |
| Engine is reasonably responsive (gets you up to speed with ease) | High fuel consumption, potentially due to the smaller 1.5-liter engine and its not calibrated for fuel efficiency, more for sporty driving |
| Well-sorted handling (can go through a curve or a twisty road at a high speed without losing grip or control of the car) | Not spacious and practical (can’t even fit big bottle in the side door compartment) |
| Dual-clutch transmission does not jerk during low speeds | Responsive engine can lead to jerky feel during stop and go traffic |
| Premium materials used all round (soft touch leather) | |
| Excellent sound insulation | |
| 360-degree camera, which provides a better view for the driver when parking or going through tight spaces such as a narrow pathway | |
| Looks sharp with design cues like quad exhaust pipes (consisting of four exhaust pipes) making it look like a sports car | |
| Updated Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS), which includes Intelligence Cruise Control (Level 2 semi-autonomous driving capabilities) |
Check out our Carsome Certified Proton X50 inventory here.
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Louis is a motoring journalist whose background was in the legal industry. Jumping from law firms to car dealerships, he finally found a career he loves and will never have to work a day in his life. He enjoys detailing his car and going to the gym during his free time.