Verdict
Just RM180 separates them, but they take very different routes. The Proton eMas 7 PHEV brings an 18.4-kWh battery, 83 km EV range and a 215-hp, 258-Nm motor, while its 528-litre boot is 118 litres larger than the Mitsubishi Xforce’s. It is also a substantially larger C-segment SUV. The Xforce counters with a lighter 1,250-kg kerb weight, 360-degree camera, front parking sensors and blind-spot monitoring. For a Malaysian buyer able to charge regularly, the Proton’s powertrain, space and adaptive cruise control make the stronger case; the Mitsubishi is the tidier urban package.
Pick the Mitsubishi Xforce if you want the shorter, 485-kg lighter SUV with a 360-degree camera, front sensors and blind-spot monitoring.
Pick the Proton eMas 7 PHEV if you can use its 83-km EV range and want 215 hp, 528 litres of boot space and adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go.
Key differences
- Price: Mitsubishi Xforce RM109,980; Proton eMas 7 PHEV RM109,800.
- Motor and EV range: Mitsubishi Xforce has no motor or EV range; Proton eMas 7 PHEV has one 215-hp, 258-Nm motor and 83 km range.
- Size: Mitsubishi Xforce is 4,390 mm long with a 2,650-mm wheelbase; Proton eMas 7 PHEV is 4,740 mm long with a 2,755-mm wheelbase.
- Weight and boot: Mitsubishi Xforce weighs 1,250 kg and has a 410-litre boot; Proton eMas 7 PHEV weighs 1,735 kg and has a 528-litre boot.
- Driver assistance: Mitsubishi Xforce has blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera; Proton eMas 7 PHEV has autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control…
- Rear suspension: Mitsubishi Xforce uses a torsion beam; Proton eMas 7 PHEV uses a multi-link setup.
Xforce
- 485 kg lighter than the Proton eMas 7 PHEV
- 360-degree camera, four front sensors and blind-spot monitoring
- Dual-zone automatic climate control and 40:20:40 rear seats
- No electric motor, battery or 83-km EV range
- 104 hp and 141 Nm trail the Proton’s 215-hp, 258-Nm motor
- Smaller 410-litre boot and less rear curtain-airbag coverage
eMas 7 PHEV
- 215-hp, 258-Nm motor with 18.4-kWh battery and 83-km EV range
- 528-litre boot and 2,755-mm wheelbase
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping steering correction and adaptive cruise control
- 485 kg heavier and 350 mm longer than the Mitsubishi Xforce
- No blind-spot monitoring, front parking sensors or 360-degree camera
- Manual air-con versus the Xforce’s dual-zone automatic climate control
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,980 | RM109,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Atkinson Cycle |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 104 hp✓ | 98 hp |
| Torque | 141 Nm✓ | 125 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | 75 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 258 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 18.4 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 83 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 30 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,390 mm | 4,740 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,940 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | 2,755 mm |
| Weight | 1,250 kg | 1,735 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 42 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 410 litres | 528 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes CR1 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | 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 two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector with Automatic High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear vents | Rear |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 15.4" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Manual Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree view | Yes |
| 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 | 5 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km Hybrid 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.
Used Xforce & eMas 7 PHEV for sale
Xforce vs eMas 7 PHEV FAQ
Is the Mitsubishi Xforce or Proton eMas 7 PHEV better?
The Proton eMas 7 PHEV is the better choice for regular charging, stronger performance and passenger or luggage space: it has 215 hp, 83 km EV range and a 528-litre boot. Choose the Xforce for a smaller footprint and better parking visibility.
What is the price difference?
The Proton eMas 7 PHEV costs RM109,800 and the Mitsubishi Xforce costs RM109,980, so the Proton is RM180 cheaper.
Which is easier to park in town?
The Mitsubishi Xforce is easier to place. At 4,390 mm long and 1,810 mm wide, it is 350 mm shorter and 130 mm narrower than the Proton, and adds front sensors plus a 360-degree camera.