Verdict
Just RM100 separates these locally assembled SUVs: the MG ZS costs RM103,900, while the Proton eMas 7 is RM103,800. The Proton is the larger C-segment choice, with a 2,750 mm wheelbase, 461-litre boot and 215 hp/320 Nm electric motor; it also brings 345 km of stated range, 80 kW DC charging and multi-link rear suspension. The MG counters with a 168 hp/275 Nm 1.5-litre turbo, 6.9 L/100 km rated economy, seven airbags and a seven-year unlimited-mileage warranty. Pick by charging access and cabin space, not price.
Pick the MG ZS if you want petrol refuelling, seven airbags, a panoramic sunroof and the longer seven-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty.
Pick the Proton eMas 7 if you can charge an EV and want substantially more cabin footprint, 215 hp, 345 km stated range and a multi-link rear suspension.
Key differences
- Price: MG ZS RM103,900; Proton eMas 7 RM103,800.
- Power and torque: MG ZS 168 hp and 275 Nm; Proton eMas 7 215 hp and 320 Nm.
- Wheelbase: MG ZS 2,610 mm; Proton eMas 7 2,750 mm.
- Boot space: MG ZS 443 litres; Proton eMas 7 461 litres.
- Rear suspension: MG ZS torsion beam; Proton eMas 7 multi-link.
- Annual road tax: MG ZS RM120; Proton eMas 7 RM200.
ZS
- Seven airbags, versus six in the eMas 7.
- Panoramic sunroof and ventilated power-adjustable front seats.
- Seven-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty.
- Shorter 2,610 mm wheelbase versus 2,750 mm.
- 443-litre boot is 18 litres smaller.
- Torsion-beam rear suspension versus multi-link.
eMas 7
- 215 hp and 320 Nm electric motor.
- 345 km stated range, plus 11 kW AC and 80 kW DC charging.
- Longer 2,750 mm wheelbase and 461-litre boot.
- Six airbags versus seven.
- Six-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty versus seven years.
- No sunroof, while the MG has an electric panoramic unit.
What the ZS has over the eMas 7
What the eMas 7 has over the ZS
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 140 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The eMas 7 is 83 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM103,900 | 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.) | RM2,981 | RM2,947✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM2,746 | RM1,275✓ |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM13.73 | RM6.38✓ |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM29,236 | RM22,110✓ |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | — | 4.5 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | — | 45 min |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 1.5-litre Turbocharged Four-cylinder | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 168 hp | — |
| Torque | 275 Nm | — |
| 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 | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT with 8 Virtual Ratios | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 6.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 6.9 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | — | 175 km/h |
| Co2 | 161 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,430 mm | 4,615 mm |
| Width | 1,818 mm | 1,901 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,390 kg | 1,662 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 443 litres | 461 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/50R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | — | 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" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Electric Power Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Center Airbag) | 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, Front and Rear Outer with Pretensioners and Load Limiters | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats, 3 Top Tethers | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | MG Pilot ADAS 2.5: Speed Limit Recognition with Overspeed and Limit-change Warnings, Front Collision Alert, Emergency Brake Assist, Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Rear Collision Warning (RCW), Door Opening Warning (DOW), Intelligent Headlamp Control, Direct TPMS, Auto Hold, Hill Descent Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED, Auto with Intelligent Headlamp Control (Auto High Beam) and Follow Me Home | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 6-way Powered Driver's Seat with Manual Lumbar, 6-way Powered Passenger Seat, Ventilated, Perforated Leatherette | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding, Adjustable Headrests | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control, with Air Purifier System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Electric Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front 12V, 4 USB (2 Front, 1 Rear-view Mirror, 1 Rear) | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | LED Front Reading Lights, Illuminated Vanity Mirrors, Boot Light | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen, 6 Speakers, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, FM/AM Radio | 15.4" Touchscreen with Flyme Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, One-touch Up/Down Driver, One-touch Down Passengers | 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, Auto Door Lock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control (Intelligent Cruise Assist) | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Tailgate | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree HD Camera | 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 |
| Convenience Notes | MG iSMART connected-car app, 3 drive modes (Eco, Normal, Sport), electronic gear lever, heated and auto-folding door mirrors, 12V socket, rear parcel tray | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5 years free maintenance (early-bird offer) | 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 November 2026.
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ZS vs eMas 7 FAQ
Is the MG ZS or Proton eMas 7 better?
The Proton eMas 7 is the stronger choice for EV users needing more space, 215 hp and 345 km stated range. The MG ZS suits buyers who prefer petrol refuelling and want seven airbags, a sunroof and a longer vehicle warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Proton eMas 7 is RM100 cheaper: RM103,800 against RM103,900 for the MG ZS. Its annual road tax is RM200, compared with RM120 for the MG.
Which one has more practical space?
The Proton eMas 7 is larger in every exterior dimension and has a 2,750 mm wheelbase versus 2,610 mm. Its 461-litre boot also exceeds the MG ZS's 443 litres by 18 litres.
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.