Verdict
The Bezza is the cheaper, lighter city sedan: its 930 kg kerb weight, 67 hp/91 Nm 1.0-litre engine and 4.4 L/100 km rating suit buyers focused on low fuel use, while its 508-litre boot is 8 litres larger. The S70 changes the brief with 178 hp and 290 Nm from a 1.5-litre turbo, a 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time and a seven-speed wet DCT. Its 2,627 mm wheelbase is 172 mm longer, and six airbags plus autonomous braking make the RM39,220 jump easier to justify if budget allows.
Pick the Perodua Bezza if low purchase cost, RM20 annual road tax, a 4.4 L/100 km rating and a full-size spare matter more than performance and driver assistance.
Pick the Proton S70 if you want 178 hp, 290 Nm, a seven-speed wet DCT, six airbags and autonomous braking in a larger sedan.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Bezza RM34,580; Proton S70 RM73,800.
- Power and torque: Perodua Bezza 67 hp and 91 Nm; Proton S70 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- Transmission: Perodua Bezza five-speed manual; Proton S70 seven-speed wet dual-clutch automatic.
- Length and wheelbase: Perodua Bezza 4,150 mm and 2,455 mm; Proton S70 4,602 mm and 2,627 mm.
- Safety: Perodua Bezza has two airbags and no stability control; Proton S70 has six airbags and stability control.
- Boot space: Perodua Bezza 508 litres; Proton S70 500 litres.
Bezza
- RM34,580 price and RM20 annual road tax.
- 4.4 L/100 km rated economy.
- 508-litre boot and full-size 14-inch spare.
- 67 hp and 91 Nm trail the S70's 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- Two airbags, no stability control or autonomous braking.
- Five-speed manual versus the S70's seven-speed wet DCT.
S70
- 178 hp, 290 Nm and a 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Six airbags, stability control, blind-spot information and autonomous braking.
- Rear air-con vents, reverse camera and 8-inch touchscreen.
- RM73,800 costs RM39,220 more than the Bezza.
- RM90 annual road tax versus RM20.
- 500-litre boot is 8 litres smaller, and the spare is space-saver rather than full-size.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM34,580✓ | RM73,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | A-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM20✓ | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 998 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 67 hp | 178 hp✓ |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 290 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 71 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 5MT | — |
| Gears | 5 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 4.4 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,150 mm | 4,602 mm |
| Width | 1,620 mm | 1,809 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm | 1,466 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,455 mm | 2,627 mm |
| Weight | 930 kg | 1,300 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 508 litres✓ | 500 litres |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R14 | 205/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R14 | 205/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 14" | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 | Giti Comfort F22 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 14" Alloy | 16" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 14" Alloy | 16" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 4 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | 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 on 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 | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Solar and Security Window Film | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable, Driver's seat height adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with 4 Speakers | 8" Touchscreen with Bluetooh, Screen Mirroring, 4 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | USB Charger | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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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Bezza vs S70 FAQ
Is the Perodua Bezza or Proton S70 better?
The S70 is better for performance, safety equipment and convenience, with 178 hp, six airbags and autonomous braking. The Bezza is the better choice for low-cost ownership, with RM20 road tax and a 4.4 L/100 km fuel-consumption rating.
What is the price difference?
The Proton S70 costs RM39,220 more than the Perodua Bezza. That gap brings a 178 hp turbo engine, seven-speed wet DCT, six airbags, stability control and autonomous braking.
Which one has the bigger boot?
The Perodua Bezza has the larger boot at 508 litres, edging the Proton S70's 500 litres by 8 litres. The Bezza also carries a full-size 14-inch spare, while the S70 uses a space-saver.