Verdict
The eMas 5 is the rational city EV at RM59,800, with 225 km range, 375 litres of boot space and RM30 annual road tax. The eMas 7 costs RM103,800, but its 215 hp/320 Nm motor, 345 km range and 461-litre boot answer a different brief: longer trips and family duty. Its 11 kW AC and 80 kW DC charging capability also reduce waiting versus 6.6 kW and 53 kW. For Malaysian buyers, the RM44,000 step up is substantial, so the 7 makes sense only if its added performance, space and driver assistance will be used.
Pick the Proton eMas 5 if your priority is a compact 4,135-mm hatchback with lower annual road tax and enough 225-km range for urban use.
Pick the Proton eMas 7 if you need 345 km of range, a 461-litre boot and the much stronger 215 hp, 320 Nm motor.
Key differences
- Price: Proton eMas 5 RM59,800; Proton eMas 7 RM103,800.
- Motor output: Proton eMas 5 77 hp and 130 Nm; Proton eMas 7 215 hp and 320 Nm.
- Battery and range: Proton eMas 5 30.12 kWh and 225 km; Proton eMas 7 49.52 kWh and 345 km.
- Charging: Proton eMas 5 6.6 kW AC and 53 kW DC; Proton eMas 7 11 kW AC and 80 kW DC.
- Size and boot: Proton eMas 5 is 4,135 mm long with 375 litres; Proton eMas 7 is 4,615 mm long with 461 litres.
- Road tax: Proton eMas 5 RM30 per year; Proton eMas 7 RM200 per year.
eMas 5
- RM30 annual road tax.
- More compact 4,135-mm hatchback body.
- Rear-wheel drive and a 375-litre boot.
- 225-km range trails the eMas 7's 345 km.
- 77 hp and 130 Nm are well down on the eMas 7's 215 hp and 320 Nm.
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or adaptive cruise control.
eMas 7
- 215 hp, 320 Nm motor and 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 345-km range, 11 kW AC charging and 80 kW DC charging.
- 461-litre boot, 360-degree camera and adaptive cruise control.
- RM44,000 more expensive than the eMas 5.
- RM200 annual road tax versus RM30.
- At 4,615 mm long, it is 480 mm longer than the eMas 5.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM59,800✓ | RM103,800 |
| Body type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM30✓ | RM200 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 77 hp | 215 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 30.12 kWh | 49.52 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 225 km | 345 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 53 kW | 80 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 6.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 125 km/h | 175 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,135 mm | 4,615 mm |
| Width | 1,805 mm | 1,901 mm |
| Height | 1,580 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,230 kg | 1,662 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 375 litres | 461 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/65R15 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/65R15 | 225/55R18 |
| Factory Tyres | Linglong Comfort Master | Giti Comfort SUV 520 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 15" Steel | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Steel | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control, with Air Purifier System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 15.4" Touchscreen with Flyme Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch and Voice Control |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Entry (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | 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 |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-Year/160,000 km BEV and Components Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 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.
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eMas 5 vs eMas 7 FAQ
Is the Proton eMas 5 or Proton eMas 7 better?
The Proton eMas 5 is better for lower-cost urban EV use. The Proton eMas 7 is the better all-rounder if you need 120 km more range, substantially stronger performance, a larger boot and more driver-assistance equipment.
What is the price difference?
The Proton eMas 7 costs RM44,000 more than the Proton eMas 5.
Which has the better safety and driver-assistance package?
The Proton eMas 7 has the stronger package: it adds autonomous braking, collision warning, steering correction lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera. It also has a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating, while no rating is listed for the eMas 5.