Dongfeng Vigo vs Proton eMas 7
Verdict
The Proton eMas 7 is cheaper at RM103,800 against the Dongfeng Vigo’s RM108,888, yet it is much quicker: 215 hp and 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds versus 161 hp and 9.5 seconds. The Vigo answers with the EV basics many Malaysians will feel daily, namely a larger 51.9 kWh battery, 380 km range and 500-litre boot. The eMas 7 is the bigger SUV outside and has a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating, so this is not a walkover.
Pick the Dongfeng Vigo if you want the longer 380 km range, bigger 500-litre boot and lower RM120 yearly road tax.
Pick the Proton eMas 7 if you want stronger performance, a lower asking price and a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating.
Key differences
- Price: Dongfeng Vigo RM108,888; Proton eMas 7 RM103,800
- Power: Dongfeng Vigo 161 hp; Proton eMas 7 215 hp
- 0-100 km/h: Dongfeng Vigo 9.5 seconds; Proton eMas 7 6.9 seconds
- Battery and range: Dongfeng Vigo 51.9 kWh and 380 km; Proton eMas 7 49.5 kWh and 345 km
- Boot space: Dongfeng Vigo 500 litres; Proton eMas 7 461 litres
- Safety rating: Dongfeng Vigo not rated for ASEAN NCAP; Proton eMas 7 5-star ASEAN NCAP
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 108,888 | RM 103,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Motor | Single motor | Single motor |
| Power | 161 hp | 215 hp✓ |
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 9.5 s | 6.9 s✓ |
| Top speed | — | 175 km/h |
| Efficiency | ||
| Battery | 51.9 kWh✓ | 49.5 kWh |
| EV range | 380 km✓ | 345 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,306 mm | 4,615 mm |
| Width | 1,868 mm | 1,901 mm |
| Height | 1,654 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Boot space | 500 L✓ | 461 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5★ |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 6 | 6 |
| Road tax / year | RM 120✓ | RM 200 |
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.
Vigo
- Longer 380 km EV range
- Bigger 500-litre boot
- Lower RM120 yearly road tax
- Only 161 hp versus 215 hp
- Slower 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- No ASEAN NCAP rating shown
eMas 7
- Quicker 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- More powerful 215 hp motor
- 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating
- Shorter 345 km EV range
- Smaller 461-litre boot
- Higher RM200 yearly road tax
Vigo vs eMas 7 FAQ
Is the Dongfeng Vigo or Proton eMas 7 better?
The Proton eMas 7 is better for performance and safety rating, with 215 hp, 6.9 seconds to 100 km/h and 5-star ASEAN NCAP. The Dongfeng Vigo is better for range and cargo space, with 380 km and a 500-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Dongfeng Vigo costs RM5,088 more than the Proton eMas 7. The extra money buys a larger 51.9 kWh battery, longer 380 km range and bigger 500-litre boot, but not more power.
Which SUV goes further on a charge?
The Dongfeng Vigo goes further, with 380 km of EV range versus 345 km for the Proton eMas 7. It also has the larger battery, at 51.9 kWh against 49.5 kWh.