Verdict
These B-segment SUVs split neatly by power source and practicality. The Proton X50 brings a 178 hp, 290 Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine, a claimed 0-100 km/h time of 7.6 seconds and a broader equipment set for less money. The Seres 3 counters with a 161 hp, 300 Nm motor, 53.6 kWh battery and 340 km EV range, plus a far more useful 525-litre boot. Its 55 mm longer wheelbase and larger 18-inch tyres also give it a more substantial footprint, but it is 299 kg heavier.
Pick the Proton X50 if you want the lower entry price, 7.6-second 0-100 km/h claim, unlimited-mileage five-year warranty and extras such as blind-spot monitoring, front parking sensors and steering reach adjustment.
Pick the Seres 3 if home or public charging suits your routine and you need its 340 km EV range, 525-litre boot, powered front seats and 300 Nm motor torque.
Key differences
- Price: Proton X50 RM89,800; Seres 3 RM95,000.
- Powertrain: X50 178 hp/290 Nm 1.5L turbo petrol; Seres 3 161 hp/300 Nm single motor.
- Energy storage and range: X50 45-litre fuel tank; Seres 3 53.6 kWh battery with 340 km range.
- Boot space: X50 330 litres; Seres 3 525 litres.
- Wheelbase: X50 2,600 mm; Seres 3 2,655 mm.
- Warranty mileage: X50 unlimited; Seres 3 160,000 km.
X50
- RM5,200 lower purchase price.
- 178 hp turbo petrol and claimed 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Blind-spot monitoring, front parking sensors and steering tilt/reach adjustment.
- 330-litre boot trails the Seres 3's 525 litres.
- Manual front seats versus powered front seats.
- 290 Nm is 10 Nm down on the Seres 3.
3
- 53.6 kWh battery with 340 km EV range.
- 525-litre boot is 195 litres larger.
- Powered front seats and 300 Nm motor torque.
- Costs RM5,200 more.
- Five-year warranty is capped at 160,000 km, versus unlimited mileage.
- No blind-spot monitoring, front parking sensors, steering tilt or telescopic adjustment.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM89,800✓ | RM95,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 178 hp | — |
| Torque | 290 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 161 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 300 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 53.6 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 340 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 60 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7DCT | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Geely | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,385 mm |
| Width | 1,795 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,609 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | 1,351 kg | 1,650 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 330 litres | 525 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | GitiComfort F50 | Chao Yang SU318a H/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags |
| 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 Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 10.25" Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 160,000 km |
| 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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X50 vs 3 FAQ
Is the Proton X50 or Seres 3 better?
The Proton X50 is the better all-round pick on equipment, warranty mileage and entry price. Choose the Seres 3 instead if its 340 km EV range and much larger 525-litre boot suit your charging access and daily use.
What is the price difference?
The Seres 3 costs RM5,200 more than the Proton X50. The gap brings EV running hardware, a 53.6 kWh battery, powered front seats and a 525-litre boot, but the X50 has more driver-assistance and parking equipment.
Which has the larger boot and longer warranty?
The Seres 3 has the larger boot at 525 litres, compared with 330 litres in the X50. Both have a five-year manufacturer warranty, but the X50's is unlimited mileage while the Seres 3's ends at 160,000 km.