Verdict
The S70 has a 74% bigger boot, while the Exora is 14% more powerful. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
What the Exora has over the S70
What the S70 has over the Exora
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Exora's wheelbase is 103 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. Boot space favours the S70: 500 litres against 132.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM59,800 | RM59,800 |
| Body type | MPV | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM90✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM610/mo | RM610/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM1,834 | RM1,834 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged | 16-valve DOHC DVVT (i-GT), Port Fuel Injection |
| Capacity | 1,561 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 138 hp at 5,000 rpm✓ | 118 hp at 6,100 rpm |
| Torque | 205 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ | 150 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 76 mm × 86 mm | 73.4 mm × 88.57 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 8.9 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT | 8-speed CVT with Manual Mode |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Punch Powertrain | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 186 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,610 mm | 4,602 mm |
| Width | 1,809 mm | 1,809 mm |
| Height | 1,691 mm | 1,466 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,730 mm | 2,627 mm |
| Weight | 1,447 kg | 1,269 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 132 litres | 500 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R16 | 205/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R16 | 205/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Assurance | — |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 24 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 17 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Turbine-style Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Turbine-style Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Electric Power Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 6 (Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 6 Three-point, 1 Lap-belt on Middle Row | — |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | ISOFIX with Top Tether |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Rear Seat Reminder, All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Blind Spot Detection, Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Collision Warning, Door Opening Warning; no AEB/ACC/lane-keep (camera ADAS reserved for 1.5TD Flagship variants) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Fabric |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding, Fixed Headrests |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 USB-A and 1 USB-C Front, 1 USB-A and 1 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Front and Rear Interior Lamps |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Back Row | — |
| Audio | Radio with CD/MP3 player, Bluetooth, 4 Speakers | 8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down only | Four Windows, Auto Up/Down with Anti-trap |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button Start with Remote Engine Start |
| Locks | Remote control activation | Keyless Entry |
| Cruise Control | — | Cruise Control with Speed Limiter |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | N95 cabin filter; Eco/Sport/Comfort drive modes; Auto Brake Hold; 12V socket (120W); electric door mirrors with manual fold; urethane steering wheel; aerokit optional |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 6x 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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