Verdict
The Dongfeng Vigo changes the daily equation with a 51.87 kWh battery, 380 km claimed EV range and 167 kW DC charging, provided home or workplace charging suits your routine. Its 2,715 mm wheelbase is 45 mm longer than the Proton X70’s, despite the Vigo being 226 mm shorter. The X70 counters with 178 hp and 290 Nm from its 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine, a 515-litre boot and multi-link rear suspension. The Vigo gets more active safety kit and a longer warranty.
Pick the Dongfeng Vigo if charging access, a 380 km EV range, adaptive cruise control and autonomous braking matter more than an extra 15 litres of boot space.
Pick the Proton X70 if you want a 178 hp turbo petrol SUV with a 515-litre boot, multi-link rear suspension and dual-zone air-conditioning.
Key differences
- Powertrain output: Vigo has one 161 hp, 230 Nm electric motor; X70 has a 1.5-litre 178 hp, 290 Nm turbo petrol engine.
- Energy storage: Vigo uses a 51.87 kWh battery with 380 km range; X70 uses a 60-litre petrol tank.
- Charging: Vigo supports 6.6 kW AC and 167 kW DC charging; X70 has no charging system.
- Size: Vigo is 4,306 mm long with a 2,715 mm wheelbase; X70 is 4,532 mm long with a 2,670 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: Vigo has 500 litres; X70 has 515 litres.
- Warranty: Vigo has a six-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty plus an eight-year unlimited-mileage battery warranty; X70 has a five-year unlimited-mileage…
Vigo
- 380 km EV range from a 51.87 kWh battery
- Adaptive cruise control, blind spot information and autonomous braking
- Powered front seats with driver memory, panoramic glass roof and 3.3 kW V2L
- 500-litre boot is 15 litres smaller than the X70’s
- Torsion-beam rear suspension versus the X70’s multi-link layout
- Single-zone climate control and four speakers versus dual-zone climate control and six speakers
X70
- 178 hp and 290 Nm turbo petrol engine
- 515-litre boot and multi-link rear suspension
- Dual-zone air-conditioning with air purifier and ioniser, plus six speakers
- No blind spot information system, autonomous braking or lane-keeping assistance
- Five-year vehicle warranty is one year shorter than the Vigo’s
- No panoramic glass roof
What the Vigo has over the X70
What the X70 has over the Vigo
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM108,888 | RM106,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,110/mo | RM1,090/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,079 | RM3,056✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,213 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.06 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM22,059 | — |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 7.9 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 20 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 161 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 230 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 51.87 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 380 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 167 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission with Manual Mode |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Geely |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.5 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,306 mm | 4,532 mm |
| Width | 1,868 mm | 1,831 mm |
| Height | 1,654 mm | 1,694 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,670 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,575 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 515 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Wanli Harmonic Plus | — |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 24 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 17 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Rear) | — | 12 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory & Ventilation | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat, Front Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Air Purifier System & Air Ionizer |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen Atlas OS Infotainment System with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, eSIM, Voice Control and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button with Remote Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year, Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Drive Battery | — |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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Vigo vs X70 FAQ
Is the Dongfeng Vigo or Proton X70 better?
The Vigo is the better fit for drivers with dependable charging, because it adds 380 km EV range and a broader active-safety package. Choose the X70 if petrol convenience, its 515-litre boot and multi-link rear suspension are the priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Vigo costs RM2,088 more than the X70. That is a small gap between two C-segment SUVs, so the decision should rest on EV charging access versus the X70’s petrol powertrain and larger boot.
Which has the better safety equipment?
The Vigo has the stronger active-safety list: blind spot information, autonomous braking, collision warning, lane-keeping steering correction and adaptive cruise control. Both have six airbags, ABS/EBD, stability control, ISOFIX and a 360-degree camera.
How long does charging take?
The Vigo's 51.9 kWh battery takes about 7.9 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 20 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 167 kW peak.
Which one is locally assembled?
The X70 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the Vigo is fully imported (CBU) from China. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.
Which has the better warranty?
The Vigo carries a 6-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the X70. Vigo: 8-year, Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Drive Battery.