Verdict
For most Malaysian buyers, the Proton S70 is the sharper buy: RM73,800 buys 178 hp and 290 Nm, against the Dashing’s RM106,800, 154 hp and 230 Nm. Its 7.5-second 0-100 km/h claim, seven-speed wet DCT, 500-litre boot and autonomous braking make the RM33,000 saving hard to ignore. The Jetour Dashing answers with SUV proportions, a 2,720 mm wheelbase, multi-link rear suspension and a seven-year/150,000 km warranty. Pick it for the higher-riding body and cabin hardware, not outright performance or safety equipment.
Pick the Jetour Dashing if you want an SUV with a 2,720 mm wheelbase, 18-inch wheels, multi-link rear suspension and a seven-year/150,000 km warranty.
Pick the Proton S70 if you want to spend RM33,000 less for 178 hp, 290 Nm, a 7.5-second 0-100 km/h claim and autonomous braking.
Key differences
- Price: Jetour Dashing RM106,800; Proton S70 RM73,800.
- Power and torque: Jetour Dashing 154 hp/230 Nm; Proton S70 178 hp/290 Nm.
- Transmission: Jetour Dashing six-speed wet DCT; Proton S70 seven-speed wet DCT.
- Wheelbase and height: Jetour Dashing 2,720 mm/1,685 mm; Proton S70 2,627 mm/1,466 mm.
- Boot space: Jetour Dashing 486 litres; Proton S70 500 litres.
- Warranty: Jetour Dashing seven years/150,000 km; Proton S70 five years/unlimited mileage.
Dashing
- SUV body with 1,685 mm height and 2,720 mm wheelbase.
- Multi-link rear suspension and 18-inch alloy wheels.
- Seven-year/150,000 km warranty, plus 10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty.
- Costs RM33,000 more despite 24 hp and 60 Nm less.
- Lacks autonomous braking and collision warning; it also has four airbags versus the S70’s six.
- Smaller 486-litre boot versus 500 litres.
S70
- 178 hp and 290 Nm with a claimed 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Autonomous braking, collision warning, steering correction and six airbags.
- RM33,000 lower price with a larger 500-litre boot.
- Torsion-beam rear suspension versus the Dashing’s multi-link arrangement.
- Manual air-con and manually adjusted front seats versus automatic climate control and a powered driver’s seat.
- Five-year warranty versus seven years, although the S70’s mileage cover is unlimited.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM106,800 | RM73,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 154 hp | 178 hp✓ |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 290 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Gears | 6 | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.5 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,590 mm | 4,602 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,809 mm |
| Height | 1,685 mm | 1,466 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,627 mm |
| Weight | 1,553 kg | 1,300 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 486 litres | 500 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 205/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 205/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | Giti Comfort F22 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers | 8" Touchscreen with Bluetooh, Screen Mirroring, 4 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty | 6 Times Free Labour Servicing |
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.
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Dashing vs S70 FAQ
Is the Jetour Dashing or Proton S70 better?
The Proton S70 is the better value and performance choice, with 178 hp, 290 Nm, a claimed 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time and autonomous braking. The Dashing suits buyers who specifically want an SUV body, multi-link rear suspension and longer time-based warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour Dashing costs RM33,000 more than the Proton S70. That is a substantial gap when the S70 also has 24 hp more power, 60 Nm more torque, a larger boot and more active safety equipment.
Which has the better warranty and safety kit?
The Dashing has the longer seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty and a 10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty. The S70 has the stronger safety kit: six airbags, autonomous braking, collision warning, steering correction and rear curtain airbags.