Verdict
The Proton eMas 7 costs RM103,800 to the Seres 3’s RM95,000, an RM8,800 gap. For that, Malaysian buyers get 215 hp and 320 Nm rather than 161 hp and 300 Nm, 80 kW DC charging instead of 60 kW, a 345-km rated range and 3.3 kW V2L. It is also 230 mm longer on a 95-mm longer wheelbase, though the Seres carries 64 litres more luggage. The Seres 3 is the lower-entry-cost choice; the eMas 7 gets the wider active-safety specification.
The eMas 7 Premium Plus (RM125,800) sits above every 3 variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
Pick the Proton eMas 7 if you want stronger 215-hp performance, faster 80 kW DC charging, V2L and autonomous braking with lane-keeping assist.
Pick the Seres 3 if a 525-litre boot, 53.6-kWh battery, powered front seats and a space-saver spare matter more than outright performance.
Key differences
- Motor output: Proton eMas 7 215 hp/320 Nm; Seres 3 161 hp/300 Nm
- Battery and range: Proton eMas 7 49.52 kWh/345 km; Seres 3 53.6 kWh/340 km
- DC charging and V2L: Proton eMas 7 80 kW/3.3 kW; Seres 3 60 kW/no V2L
- Length, wheelbase and boot: Proton eMas 7 4,615 mm/2,750 mm/461 litres; Seres 3 4,385 mm/2,655 mm/525 litres
- Rear suspension: Proton eMas 7 multi-link; Seres 3 torsion beam
- Manufacturer warranty: Proton eMas 7 six years/unlimited mileage; Seres 3 five years/160,000 km
eMas 7
- 215 hp and 320 Nm
- 80 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot information and lane-keeping assist
- 461-litre boot is 64 litres smaller
- No space-saver spare tyre
- 49.52-kWh battery is smaller than 53.6 kWh
3
- 525-litre boot and space-saver spare
- 53.6-kWh battery
- Powered driver and front passenger seats
- 161 hp and 300 Nm trail the eMas 7
- 60 kW DC charging and no V2L
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or blind-spot information system
What the eMas 7 has over the 3
What the 3 has over the eMas 7
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 95 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The eMas 7 is 51 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the 3: 525 litres against 461.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM103,800 | RM95,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200 | RM120✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,060/mo | RM970/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM2,947 | RM2,718✓ |
| Electricity / year (est.) | RM1,275✓ | RM1,401 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.38✓ | RM7.00 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM22,110 | RM21,193✓ |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 4.5 hours✓ | 4.9 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 45 min✓ | 65 min |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp✓ | 161 hp |
| Motor Torque | 320 Nm✓ | 300 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 49.52 kWh | 53.6 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 345 km✓ | 340 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW✓ | 60 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,615 mm | 4,385 mm |
| Width | 1,901 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | 1,662 kg | 1,650 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 461 litres | 525 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Giti Comfort SUV 520 | Chao Yang SU318a H/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) |
| 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 Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| 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 | Powered Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control, with Air Purifier System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.4" Touchscreen with Flyme Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 10.25" Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch and Voice Control | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | 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✓ | 160,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 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. 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 October 2026.
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eMas 7 vs 3 FAQ
Is the Proton eMas 7 or Seres 3 better?
The Proton eMas 7 is the better-equipped and stronger choice, with 215 hp, 80 kW DC charging, V2L and active safety systems. The Seres 3 makes more sense if its 525-litre boot and lower purchase price are the priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Proton eMas 7 is RM8,800 more expensive than the Seres 3.
Which EV charges faster?
Both accept 11 kW AC charging, but the Proton eMas 7 has the higher DC charging rate at 80 kW versus the Seres 3’s 60 kW. The Proton also includes 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load capability.
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. The 3's 53.6 kWh battery takes about 4.9 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 65 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 60 kW peak.
Which one is locally assembled?
The eMas 7 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the 3 is fully imported (CBU) from China. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.
Which has the better warranty?
The eMas 7 carries a 6-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the 3. eMas 7: 8-Year/160,000 km BEV and Components Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty.