Verdict
At RM103,800 each, the eMas 7 is the larger C-segment choice, stretching 205 mm longer with a 100 mm longer wheelbase and a 461-litre boot. Its 215 hp, 320 Nm motor cuts the 0-100 km/h time to 6.9 seconds, while the GS3’s 177 hp, 270 Nm 1.5-litre turbo needs 7.5 seconds. The Proton also brings six airbags, a 345 km EV range and DC charging at up to 80 kW. Choose the GS3 only if petrol refuelling suits your routine better.
Pick the GAC GS3 if you need a lighter 1,370 kg petrol SUV with a 47-litre fuel tank and space-saver spare tyre.
Pick the Proton eMas 7 if you want more cabin and boot room, stronger acceleration, six airbags and EV charging capability for the same price.
Key differences
- Price: GAC GS3 RM103,800; Proton eMas 7 RM103,800.
- Powertrain: GS3 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine with 177 hp and 270 Nm; eMas 7 single electric motor with 215 hp and 320 Nm.
- Acceleration: GS3 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds; eMas 7 in 6.9 seconds.
- Size and boot: GS3 is 4,410 mm long with a 2,650 mm wheelbase and 341-litre boot; eMas 7 is 4,615 mm long with a 2,750 mm wheelbase and 461-litre boot.
- Safety: GS3 has 2 airbags; eMas 7 has 6 airbags and a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating.
- Ownership cover: GS3 has a 5-year/150,000 km warranty; eMas 7 has a 6-year unlimited-mileage warranty plus 8-year/160,000 km battery and BEV component cover.
GS3
- 47-litre petrol tank and a 1.5-litre turbo engine
- 292 kg lighter than the eMas 7
- Space-saver spare tyre included
- Only 2 airbags versus the eMas 7’s 6
- 341-litre boot is 120 litres smaller
- Slower 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time versus 6.9 seconds
eMas 7
- 215 hp and 320 Nm motor; 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds
- 461-litre boot and 2,750 mm wheelbase
- 345 km EV range, 80 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L
- 292 kg heavier than the GS3
- RM200 annual road tax versus RM120
- No spare tyre is specified
What the eMas 7 has over the GS3
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The eMas 7's wheelbase is 100 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The eMas 7 is 51 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the eMas 7: 461 litres against 341.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM103,800 | RM103,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM200 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,060/mo | RM1,060/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM2,978 | RM2,947✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | — | RM1,275 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | — | RM6.38 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | — | RM22,110 |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | — | 4.5 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | — | 45 min |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,497 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 177 hp at 5,500 rpm | — |
| Torque | 270 Nm at 1,400 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 320 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 49.52 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 345 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 80 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 175 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,410 mm | 4,615 mm |
| Width | 1,850 mm | 1,901 mm |
| Height | 1,600 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,370 kg | 1,662 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 47 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 341 litres | 461 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UC6 SUV | Giti Comfort SUV 520 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Two-tone Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Two-tone Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Front Passenger) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Front Passenger Seat | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control, with Air Purifier System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 1 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | 15.4" Touchscreen with Flyme Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch and Voice Control |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Entry (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | 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 | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km BEV and Components Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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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Is the GAC GS3 or Proton eMas 7 better?
The Proton eMas 7 is the stronger all-rounder on specification: it is larger, quicker, has a 120-litre bigger boot and four more airbags. The GAC GS3 makes sense for buyers who specifically need petrol refuelling and a space-saver spare.
What is the price difference?
There is no price difference: both the GAC GS3 and Proton eMas 7 cost RM103,800.
Which has more space, the GAC GS3 or Proton eMas 7?
The Proton eMas 7 has more space on the key figures. It is 205 mm longer, 70 mm wider, 70 mm taller, and has a 100 mm longer wheelbase. Its boot holds 461 litres, against 341 litres in the GS3.
How long does charging take?
The eMas 7's 49.5 kWh battery takes about 4.5 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 45 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 80 kW peak.
Which has the better warranty?
The eMas 7 carries a 6-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the GS3. eMas 7: 8-Year/160,000 km BEV and Components Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty.