Verdict
At the same RM73,800, the Proton S70 SS11 MC1 is the clear new-car choice. Its 1.5-litre direct-injection turbo makes 178 hp and 290 Nm, up 30 hp and 64 Nm on the SS11’s 148 hp and 226 Nm, while a claimed 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time gives buyers a useful performance reference. More importantly for daily Malaysian traffic, the MC1 adds autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping steering correction, a reverse camera and front sensors. The SS11 retains remote start and an alarm, but its 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating remains a tangible used-car reassurance.
Pick the Proton S70 SS11 if remote start, an alarm and three front power sockets matter more to you than the newer driver-assistance kit.
Pick the Proton S70 SS11 MC1 if you want 178 hp, 290 Nm and autonomous braking at the same RM73,800 price.
Key differences
- Engine output: SS11 has 148 hp and 226 Nm; SS11 MC1 has 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- Engine capacity: SS11 uses a 1,477 cc turbo; SS11 MC1 uses a 1,499 cc direct-injection turbo.
- 0-100 km/h: SS11 has no stated figure; SS11 MC1 is claimed to do it in 7.5 seconds.
- Driver assistance: SS11 has no autonomous braking, blind-spot system or lane-keeping assist; SS11 MC1 has autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and…
- Parking assistance: SS11 has three rear sensors and no reverse camera; SS11 MC1 has two front sensors, three rear sensors and a reverse camera.
- Headlamps: SS11 uses halogen projectors; SS11 MC1 gets LED projectors.
SS11
- Remote start is fitted.
- Alarm is fitted.
- Three front power sockets are provided.
- 148 hp and 226 Nm trail the MC1 by 30 hp and 64 Nm.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping steering correction, front sensors or reverse camera.
- Halogen projector headlamps replace the MC1’s LED projectors.
SS11 MC1
- 178 hp and 290 Nm from its 1,499 cc direct-injection turbo.
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping steering correction.
- LED projector headlamps, reverse camera and front parking sensors.
- It lacks the SS11’s remote-start function.
- It has no listed alarm, unlike the SS11.
- One front power socket replaces the SS11’s three, although the MC1 adds two front USB ports.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM73,800 | RM73,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,477 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 148 hp | 178 hp✓ |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 290 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 82 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission with Manual Mode | — |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Geely | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.5 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,602 mm | 4,602 mm |
| Width | 1,809 mm | 1,809 mm |
| Height | 1,466 mm | 1,466 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,627 mm | 2,627 mm |
| Weight | 1,300 kg | 1,300 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 500 litres |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R16 | 205/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R16 | 205/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Giti Comfort F22 | Giti Comfort F22 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable, Driver's seat height adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 3 Front, 2 Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8" Infotainment Touchscreen with 4 Speakers | 8" Touchscreen with Bluetooh, Screen Mirroring, 4 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button with Remote Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 6 Times 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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SS11 vs SS11 MC1 FAQ
Is the Proton S70 SS11 or Proton S70 SS11 MC1 better?
The Proton S70 SS11 MC1 is better for most buyers: it has 178 hp and 290 Nm, plus autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping steering correction, a reverse camera and front sensors. Choose the SS11 only if its remote start and alarm are priorities.
What is the price difference?
There is no price difference: both the Proton S70 SS11 and Proton S70 SS11 MC1 are priced at RM73,800.
Which S70 has the stronger engine?
The Proton S70 SS11 MC1 has the stronger engine, producing 178 hp and 290 Nm from 1,499 cc. The SS11 produces 148 hp and 226 Nm from 1,477 cc, a deficit of 30 hp and 64 Nm.