Proton X70 Executive vs Premium
Verdict
The Proton X70 Premium asks RM119,800 against the Proton X70 Executive’s RM106,800, so the jump is RM13,000 for the same 1,499 cc petrol engine, 178 hp, 290 Nm, wet dual-clutch automatic and front-wheel drive. Size, 515-litre boot, 60-litre tank, six airbags, RM120 road tax and 5-year warranty are matched too. The concrete gain shown here is auto emergency braking. If that driver-assistance item matters, the Premium has the case; if not, the Executive keeps the X70’s core package intact for less.
Pick the Proton X70 Executive if you want the same powertrain, cabin count and boot space for RM13,000 less.
Pick the Proton X70 Premium if you want auto emergency braking and accept paying more without extra power, torque or luggage space.
Key differences
- Price: Proton X70 Executive RM106,800; Proton X70 Premium RM119,800
- Auto emergency braking: Proton X70 Executive no; Proton X70 Premium yes
- Power: Proton X70 Executive 178 hp; Proton X70 Premium 178 hp
- Torque: Proton X70 Executive 290 Nm; Proton X70 Premium 290 Nm
- Boot space: Proton X70 Executive 515 L; Proton X70 Premium 515 L
- Road tax: Proton X70 Executive RM120/year; Proton X70 Premium RM120/year
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 106,800✓ | RM 119,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,499 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Power | 178 hp | 178 hp |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Driven wheels | 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 |
| Boot space | 515 L | 515 L |
| Fuel tank | 60 L | 60 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | — | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 120 |
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.
Executive
- RM13,000 lower price
- Same 178 hp and 290 Nm as the Premium
- Same 515-litre boot and 60-litre fuel tank
- No auto emergency braking
- No listed mechanical advantage over the Premium
Premium
- Adds auto emergency braking
- Same six airbags as the Executive
- Same 1,499 cc petrol engine and wet dual-clutch automatic
- Costs RM13,000 more
- No extra power or torque
- Same 515-litre boot, so no space gain
Executive vs Premium FAQ
Is the Proton X70 Executive or Proton X70 Premium better?
The Proton X70 Premium is better for safety equipment because it has auto emergency braking. The Proton X70 Executive is the smarter buy if you do not need that item, as its engine, gearbox, dimensions, boot space and airbags match the Premium.
What is the price difference?
The Proton X70 Premium costs RM119,800, while the Proton X70 Executive costs RM106,800. The difference is RM13,000.
Do both variants have the same engine and performance?
Yes. Both use a 1,499 cc petrol engine with 178 hp and 290 Nm, paired with a wet dual-clutch automatic driving the front wheels.