Verdict
The MC2 is the lower-cost, manual Exora, with 125 hp and 150 Nm from its 1.6-litre naturally aspirated engine; it also has a reverse camera. The RC costs RM6,003 more, but its 1.6-litre turbo brings 138 hp and, more importantly for a loaded seven-seater, 205 Nm from just 2,000 rpm through a CVT. It also gets 16-inch alloys, front foglamps, Bluetooth and a five-year/150,000-km warranty. For a Malaysian family buyer, the RC’s stronger low-rpm pull and automatic transmission justify the step up if the missing reverse camera is not a deal-breaker.
Pick the MC2 if you want the lower entry price, a five-speed manual and a reverse camera.
Pick the RC if you want the 205 Nm turbo engine, CVT automatic and longer five-year/150,000-km warranty.
Key differences
- Price: MC2 RM53,797; 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.
- Warranty: MC2 three years/100,000 km; RC five years/150,000 km.
- Parking assistance: MC2 has a reverse camera and two rear sensors; RC has two rear sensors but no reverse camera.
Mk1 MC2
- RM6,003 cheaper
- Five-speed manual gearbox
- Reverse camera fitted
- Less power and torque: 125 hp/150 Nm versus 138 hp/205 Nm
- Shorter three-year/100,000-km warranty
- No Bluetooth, front foglamps or 16-inch alloy wheels
Mk1 RC
- 205 Nm turbo torque from 2,000 rpm
- CVT automatic transmission
- Five-year/150,000-km warranty
- RM6,003 more expensive
- No reverse camera
- 36 kg heavier at 1,447 kg versus 1,411 kg
What the Mk1 MC2 has over the Mk1 RC
What the Mk1 RC has over the Mk1 MC2
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
| 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 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM550/mo✓ | RM610/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM1,678✓ | RM1,834 |
| Fuel / year (est.) | RM2,786 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM13.93 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM22,921 | — |
| 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 at 6,500 rpm | 138 hp at 5,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 150 Nm at 4,500 rpm | 205 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 76 mm × 88 mm | 76 mm × 86 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 | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 2 (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. 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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Mk1 MC2 vs Mk1 RC FAQ
Is the Proton Exora Mk1 MC2 or Proton Exora Mk1 RC better?
The RC is the better-equipped and more effortless family MPV: it has 205 Nm, a CVT, 16-inch alloys, Bluetooth and a five-year/150,000-km warranty. Choose the MC2 only if its manual gearbox, lower cost and reverse camera matter more.
What is the price difference?
The RC costs RM6,003 more than the MC2. That gap brings a turbocharged engine, CVT automatic, larger alloy wheels, front foglamps, Bluetooth and two extra years of warranty coverage.
Which one has more usable performance for a full load?
The RC should be the stronger choice with passengers aboard. Its turbo engine makes 205 Nm at 2,000 rpm, compared with the MC2’s 150 Nm at 4,500 rpm, while also producing 138 hp against 125 hp.