Overview
The Proton S70 is a five-seat C-segment sedan for buyers who want a conventional petrol four-door without stepping into six-figure territory. It uses a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, front-wheel drive and a CVT automatic. Prices start from RM59,800, placing it well below the RM100,000 entry point of the listed C-segment sedan rivals.
S70 in 2026 — what's new
The 2026 Proton S70 MC2 is a new generation, launched with a naturally aspirated 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine producing 118 hp and 150 Nm. It pairs front-wheel drive with a torque-converter CVT and comes in Lite and Prime forms. The range starts with the RM59,800 Lite, while the RM62,800 Prime sits RM3,000 higher. Both have five seats and the same 1,499 cc engine output.
Which variant to buy
Most buyers should start with the RM59,800 1.5 Lite. It has the same 118 hp 1.5-litre petrol engine, front-wheel-drive layout, CVT automatic transmission and five-seat cabin as the RM62,800 1.5 Prime. The RM3,000 gap does not buy extra power or a different drivetrain, so the Lite is the rational pick unless the Prime’s trim-specific equipment matters to you. Check the equipment list before paying more, because the mechanical package is unchanged.
Verdict
The S70’s key draw is simple: it brings C-segment sedan space and a 1.5-litre petrol-CVT drivetrain at RM59,800, while the listed rivals begin at RM100,000. Five-year maintenance is quoted at RM4,000 for the naturally aspirated version, giving ownership costs a useful reference point. The Lite and Prime share their core mechanicals, so the purchase decision comes down to the Prime’s equipment rather than performance.
Variants (2)
RM59,800–RM62,800 · est. from RM610/mo
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 118 hp at 6,100 rpm
- Torque
- 150 Nm at 4,000 rpm
- Capacity
- 1,499 cc
- Transmission
- CVT Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 500 litres
- Airbags
- 6 (Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 118 hp at 6,100 rpm
- Torque
- 150 Nm at 4,000 rpm
- Capacity
- 1,499 cc
- Transmission
- CVT Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 500 litres
- Airbags
- 6 (Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags)
Shopping the previous generation? S70 SS11 (2023–2026) →
Other S70 generations on sale
SS11 MC1 2026–present
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 178 hp at 5,500 rpm
- Torque
- 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm
- Capacity
- 1,499 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 7.5 seconds
- Transmission
- Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 500 litres
- Airbags
- 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 178 hp at 5,500 rpm
- Torque
- 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm
- Capacity
- 1,499 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 7.5 seconds
- Transmission
- Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 500 litres
- Airbags
- 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 178 hp at 5,500 rpm
- Torque
- 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm
- Capacity
- 1,499 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 7.5 seconds
- Transmission
- Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 500 litres
- Airbags
- 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)
Colours
across the range — availability varies by variant
- Quartz Black Metallic
- Space Grey Metallic
- Snow White Solid
- Marine Blue Metallic
- Armour Silver Metallic
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Proton S70 sales in Malaysia
20,709 registered so far in 2026 — Malaysia's #6 best-selling model this year. 2,756 were registered in Sep 2026, the latest month on record.
Full S70 sales data, month by month →Proton S70 resale value
What a used S70 holds of its price, by registration year: the trade-guide value insurers and dealers reference, and the price the market typically asks.
| Year | Trade guide | Typical asking | Dealer sold | Holds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | RM79,800 | — | — | 100% |
| 2025 | RM70,700 | RM66,294 (26) | RM76,000 | 78% |
| 2024 | RM63,800 | RM63,800 (53) | RM74,500 | 75% |
| 2023 | RM60,100 | — | — | 71% |
Trade-guide and market listing data, West Malaysia. Actual prices vary with condition, mileage and variant; "holds" compares against that year's new price.
Generations
Rivals to consider
same class, similar money
Proton S70 FAQ
How much is the Proton S70 in Malaysia?
The Proton S70 costs from RM59,800 for the 1.5 Lite. The 1.5 Prime costs RM62,800.
Which Proton S70 variant should I buy?
Choose the RM59,800 1.5 Lite unless the Prime’s trim-specific equipment is important to you. Both variants have the same 118 hp 1.5-litre petrol engine, CVT automatic, front-wheel drive and five seats.
What engine and transmission does the Proton S70 use?
The 2026 S70 uses a 1,499 cc naturally aspirated petrol four-cylinder producing 118 hp and 150 Nm. It sends power to the front wheels through a torque-converter CVT automatic.
How much does the Proton S70 cost to maintain?
The naturally aspirated 2026 Proton S70 has a quoted five-year maintenance cost of RM4,000.
