Verdict
At RM59,800, the Proton S70 costs RM47,000 less than the Proton X70 and carries RM90 annual road tax against RM120. It is the rational choice for a buyer who wants a 500-litre boot, five seats and a lower-slung 1,269 kg sedan. The X70 is the more capable family machine: its 178 hp and 290 Nm dwarf the S70’s 118 hp and 150 Nm, while the 1,694 mm-tall SUV body, 515-litre boot, 60-litre tank and multi-link rear suspension suit longer, fuller trips. But that is a large premium to pay.
Pick the Proton S70 if RM47,000 saved, RM90 road tax and a 1,269 kg sedan matter more than SUV space and outright performance.
Pick the Proton X70 if you want 178 hp, 290 Nm, a 515-litre boot and the higher driving position of a 1,694 mm-tall SUV.
Key differences
- Price: Proton S70 RM59,800; Proton X70 RM106,800.
- Power and torque: Proton S70 118 hp and 150 Nm; Proton X70 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- Body and height: Proton S70 sedan, 1,466 mm; Proton X70 SUV, 1,694 mm.
- Boot and fuel tank: Proton S70 500 litres and 50 litres; Proton X70 515 litres and 60 litres.
- Transmission and rear suspension: Proton S70 8-speed CVT and torsion beam; Proton X70 7-speed wet dual-clutch and multi-link.
- Wheels and tyres: Proton S70 16-inch wheels with 205/55R16 tyres; Proton X70 18-inch wheels with 225/60R18 tyres.
S70
- RM47,000 cheaper to buy.
- Lower RM90 annual road tax.
- Blind Spot Info System, Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
- 118 hp and 150 Nm trail the X70’s 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- 500-litre boot and 50-litre tank are smaller than the X70’s 515 litres and 60 litres.
- Manual air-conditioning and fabric front seats versus the X70’s dual-zone climate control and ventilated power driver’s seat.
X70
- 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- 515-litre boot, 60-litre tank and 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
- 360-degree camera, dual-zone climate control and ventilated power driver’s seat.
- RM47,000 more expensive to buy.
- RM120 annual road tax versus RM90 for the S70.
- At 1,575 kg, it is 306 kg heavier than the S70.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM59,800✓ | RM106,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | — | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC DVVT (i-GT), Port Fuel Injection | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 118 hp at 6,100 rpm | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 150 Nm at 4,000 rpm | 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed CVT with Manual Mode | 7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission with Manual Mode |
| Gears | 8 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Geely |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,602 mm | 4,532 mm |
| Width | 1,809 mm | 1,831 mm |
| Height | 1,466 mm | 1,694 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,627 mm | 2,670 mm |
| Weight | 1,269 kg | 1,575 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 515 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R16 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R16 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | — | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Turbine-style Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Turbine-style Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Electric Power Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | — | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | ISOFIX with Top Tether | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Rear Seat Reminder, All Seats | For 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 | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | — | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Fabric | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat, Front Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air Conditioning | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Air Purifier System & Air Ionizer |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers | 12.3" Touchscreen Atlas OS Infotainment System with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, eSIM, Voice Control and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up/Down with Anti-trap | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start with Remote Engine Start | Keyless Push Button with Remote Start |
| Locks | Keyless Entry | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Cruise Control with Speed Limiter | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | 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.
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S70 vs X70 FAQ
Is the Proton S70 or Proton X70 better?
The X70 is better for power, SUV height and family-use hardware, with 178 hp, 290 Nm and a 515-litre boot. The S70 is better value if you do not need those gains, costing RM47,000 less with a near-identical 500-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Proton X70 costs RM47,000 more than the Proton S70: RM106,800 versus RM59,800. Annual road tax is also RM30 higher, at RM120 versus RM90.
Which has the bigger boot, the Proton S70 or Proton X70?
The Proton X70 has the larger boot at 515 litres, just 15 litres ahead of the Proton S70’s 500 litres. The X70 also gets 60:40 split-folding rear seats, which the S70 specification does not list.