Car Buyer's Guide

GAC GS3 vs Proton X70

GAC GS3

GAC GS3

Proton X70

Proton X70

Verdict

The X70 has a 34% bigger boot. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

What the GS3 has over the X70

Blind Spot Info SystemAutonomous Braking SystemLane-keeping AssistCollision Warning

What the X70 has over the GS3

Airbag Disable FunctionFront FoglampsRear Air-conAuto HeadlampsAuto WipersNavigationParking Sensor FrontFolding Wing Mirrors

Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.

Boot space favours the X70: 515 litres against 341.

GS3 4,410 × 1,850 × 1,600 mm · wheelbase 2,650 mmX70 4,532 × 1,831 × 1,694 mm · wheelbase 2,670 mm
1,6004,410 mmWheelbase 2,650 mm1,6944,532 mmWheelbase 2,670 mm

Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.

Price & overview
PriceRM103,800✓RM106,800
Body typeSUVSUV
SegmentB-SegmentC-Segment
AssemblyCKDCKD
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM120RM120
Monthly instalment (est.)RM1,060/mo✓RM1,090/mo
Insurance / year (est.)RM2,978✓RM3,056
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing
Capacity1,497 cc1,499 cc
Horsepower177 hp at 5,500 rpm178 hp at 5,500 rpm✓
Torque270 Nm at 1,400 rpm290 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓
Cylinder ArrangementInline 4Inline 4
FuelPetrolPetrol
Drivetrain
TransmissionDual-clutch Automatic (Wet)Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
Transmission Name—7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission with Manual Mode
Gears77
Transmission Manufacturer—Geely
DrivelineFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h7.5 seconds—
Dimensions
Length4,410 mm4,532 mm
Width1,850 mm1,831 mm
Height1,600 mm1,694 mm
Wheelbase2,650 mm2,670 mm
Weight1,370 kg1,575 kg
Fuel Tank47 litres60 litres
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space341 litres515 litres✓
Front Tyre225/55R18225/60R18
Rear Tyre225/55R18225/60R18
Spare TyreSpace SaverSpace Saver
Factory TyresContinental UC6 SUV—
Wiper Blade (Driver)—24 inch
Wiper Blade (Passenger)—17 inch
Wiper Blade (Rear)—12 inch
Chassis
AssemblyMalaysia (CKD)Malaysia (CKD)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutMacPherson Struts
Rear SuspensionTorsion BeamMulti-link
Front Wheels18" Two-tone Alloys18" Alloys
Rear Wheels18" Two-tone Alloys18" Alloys
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Safety
Airbags2 (Driver and Front Passenger)6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)
ABS/EBD✓✓
Stability Control✓✓
Alarm✓✓
Immobilizer✓✓
Airbag Disable Function—✓
Child Safety LockManual for Rear DoorsManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System✓—
ISOFIXAvailable on 2 Outer Rear SeatsAvailable on 2 Outer Rear Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYes—
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionNo
Collision Warning✓—
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsFor All Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsLED ProjectorLED Reflector
TaillampsLED CombinationLED Combination
LED Daytime Running Lights✓✓
Front Foglamps—✓
Rear Foglamps✓✓
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators✓✓
Cabin
Front SeatsPowered Driver's Seat, Manual Front Passenger SeatPower Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat, Front Seat Ventilation
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conManual Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Air Purifier System & Air Ionizer
Rear Air-con—Rear AC Vents
Power Sockets1 Front, 1 Front USB, 1 Rear USB1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear
Interior LightingMap LightsMap Lights
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Audio10.25" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto12.3" Touchscreen Atlas OS Infotainment System with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, eSIM, Voice Control and 6 Speakers
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti PinchFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless Push Button with Remote Start
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps—✓
Auto Wipers—✓
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlPassive Cruise Control
Steering Audio Control✓✓
Steering Tilt✓✓
Steering Telescopic✓✓
Boot OperationManual OperationPowered with Contactless Operation
Parking Sensor Front—2 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear3 Sensors4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYesYes, with 360-degree Camera
Folding Wing Mirrors—✓
Bluetooth✓✓
Navigation—✓
Hill Start Assist✓✓
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer150,000 kmUnlimited✓
Warranty Manufacturer5 years5 years

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). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.

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