Verdict
Both X70s deliver the same 178 hp and 290 Nm through a seven-speed wet dual-clutch automatic, so the Premium’s RM13,000 step does not buy extra shove. It buys the meaningful kit: autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, forward collision warning, steering-correction lane assistance and adaptive cruise control. Premium also gets 19-inch wheels, automatic high beam and a powered passenger seat. The Executive is the sharper spend at RM106,800 if those driver aids are not essential, but Malaysian highway users should regard the Premium’s RM119,800 safety package as the stronger case.
Pick the Proton X70 Executive if you want the same 178 hp, 290 Nm drivetrain and core cabin equipment while saving RM13,000.
Pick the Proton X70 Premium if autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control matter enough to justify the extra RM13,000.
Key differences
- Price: Proton X70 Executive RM106,800; Proton X70 Premium RM119,800.
- Wheels and tyres: Executive 18-inch alloys with 225/60R18 tyres; Premium 19-inch alloys with 225/55R19 tyres.
- Front seats: Executive has a powered driver’s seat and manual front passenger seat; Premium has powered front seats.
- Blind-spot monitoring and autonomous emergency braking: Executive has neither; Premium has both.
- Lane assistance: Executive has no lane-keeping assistance; Premium has steering-correction lane assistance.
- Cruise control: Executive has passive cruise control; Premium has adaptive cruise control.
Executive
- Costs RM13,000 less.
- Gets a 12.3-inch Atlas OS touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Has a powered driver’s seat and front-seat ventilation.
- No blind-spot monitoring or autonomous emergency braking.
- No forward collision warning or steering-correction lane assistance.
- Passive cruise control and two front parking sensors, versus adaptive cruise control and four sensors.
Premium
- Adds autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring and forward collision warning.
- Gets steering-correction lane assistance and adaptive cruise control.
- Has powered front seats, automatic high beam and 19-inch alloys.
- Costs RM13,000 more than the Executive without any extra power or torque.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM106,800✓ | RM119,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 178 hp | 178 hp |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission with Manual Mode | 7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission with Manual Mode |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Geely | Geely |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,532 mm | 4,532 mm |
| Width | 1,831 mm | 1,831 mm |
| Height | 1,694 mm | 1,694 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,670 mm |
| Weight | 1,575 kg | 1,585 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 515 litres | 515 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 225/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 225/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | GitiComfort F50 advanztech |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 19" 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 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 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Reflector with Automatic High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat, Front Seat Ventilation | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Air Purifier System & Air Ionizer | 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 | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights, 72-colour Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen Atlas OS Infotainment System with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, eSIM, Voice Control and 6 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 and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button with Remote Start | Keyless Push Button with Remote Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| 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 | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
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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Executive vs Premium FAQ
Is the Proton X70 Executive or Proton X70 Premium better?
The Proton X70 Premium is better equipped, chiefly because it adds autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane assistance and adaptive cruise control. The Executive is the better buy if you do not need those driver-assistance features.
What is the price difference?
The Proton X70 Premium costs RM13,000 more than the Proton X70 Executive: RM119,800 versus RM106,800.
Does the Proton X70 Premium have more power?
No. Both variants use a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine with 178 hp and 290 Nm, paired with a seven-speed wet dual-clutch automatic and front-wheel drive.