Verdict
The Proton Exora Mk1 RC costs RM59,800 against the Proton Exora Mk1 MC2’s RM53,797, a RM6,003 step up that brings a CVT, 138 hp and 205 Nm rather than a five-speed manual, 125 hp and 150 Nm. For a seven-seat Malaysian MPV, the RC’s extra 55 Nm and automatic transmission are the meaningful day-to-day gains. It also gets 16-inch alloys, foglamps, Bluetooth and a five-year/150,000-km warranty. The MC2 remains the cheaper choice and uniquely has a reverse camera, but its 15-inch steel wheels and manual gearbox make it the more basic proposition.
Pick the Proton Exora Mk1 MC2 if you want the lower RM53,797 entry price, a five-speed manual and a reverse camera.
Pick the Proton Exora Mk1 RC if you want the CVT, 138 hp/205 Nm turbo engine and longer five-year/150,000-km warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Proton Exora Mk1 MC2 RM53,797; Proton Exora Mk1 RC RM59,800.
- Engine output: MC2 125 hp and 150 Nm; RC 138 hp and 205 Nm.
- Transmission: MC2 five-speed manual; RC CVT automatic.
- Wheels and tyres: MC2 15-inch steel wheels with 195/65R15 tyres; RC 16-inch alloys with 205/55R16 tyres.
- Length and weight: MC2 4,592 mm and 1,411 kg; RC 4,610 mm and 1,447 kg.
- Warranty: MC2 three years/100,000 km; RC five years/150,000 km.
Mk1 MC2
- RM6,003 cheaper to buy.
- Five-speed manual gearbox.
- Reverse camera fitted.
- 125 hp and 150 Nm trail the RC’s 138 hp and 205 Nm.
- 15-inch steel wheels and 195/65R15 tyres versus the RC’s 16-inch alloys and 205/55R16 tyres.
- Three-year/100,000-km warranty is shorter than the RC’s five-year/150,000-km cover.
Mk1 RC
- 138 hp turbo engine produces 205 Nm.
- CVT automatic transmission.
- 16-inch alloy wheels, front foglamps and Bluetooth.
- RM6,003 more expensive than the MC2.
- No reverse camera, where the MC2 has one.
- 36 kg heavier than the 1,411-kg MC2.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM53,797✓ | RM59,800 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged |
| Capacity | 1,597 cc | 1,561 cc |
| Horsepower | 125 hp | 138 hp✓ |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 205 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 8.9 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5MT | CVT |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Punch Powertrain |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 12.9 seconds | —✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7 L/100 km | —✓ |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h✓ | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,592 mm | 4,610 mm |
| Width | 1,809 mm | 1,809 mm |
| Height | 1,691 mm | 1,691 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,730 mm | 2,730 mm |
| Weight | 1,411 kg | 1,447 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 132 litres | 132 litres |
| Front Tyre | 195/65R15 | 205/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/65R15 | 205/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 15" Steel | Full-size 16" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | — | Goodyear Assurance |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Steel | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Steel | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 4 stars — With 4 airbags and stability control | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 6 Three-point, 1 Lap-belt on Middle Row | 6 Three-point, 1 Lap-belt on Middle Row |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower | Rear Vents with Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Back Row | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Back Row |
| Audio | Radio with CD/MP3 player | Radio with CD/MP3 player, Bluetooth, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down only | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down only |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Manual Key |
| Locks | Remote control activation | Remote control activation |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | Power Window Lifetime Warranty. Free labour for 1,000 km, 10,000 km and 20,000 km intervals | — |
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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Mk1 MC2 vs Mk1 RC FAQ
Is the Proton Exora Mk1 MC2 or Proton Exora Mk1 RC better?
The Proton Exora Mk1 RC is the better-equipped and more effortless choice: it has a CVT, 138 hp, 205 Nm, 16-inch alloys and longer warranty cover. Choose the MC2 only if its lower price, manual gearbox and reverse camera matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Proton Exora Mk1 RC costs RM6,003 more than the Proton Exora Mk1 MC2. That gap buys the turbocharged 138 hp/205 Nm engine, CVT, 16-inch alloys, Bluetooth, foglamps and longer warranty cover.
Which Exora has the better warranty?
The Proton Exora Mk1 RC has the better warranty at five years or 150,000 km. The Proton Exora Mk1 MC2 is covered for three years or 100,000 km, although it includes a lifetime power-window warranty.