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Overview
The Proton S70 is a five-seat, front-wheel-drive C-segment sedan for buyers who want turbocharged petrol performance in a conventional four-door body. Prices start from RM73,800, and every version uses a 1.5-litre 178 hp petrol engine with a wet dual-clutch automatic gearbox.
S70 in 2026 — what's new
The 2026 Proton S70 is the SS11 MC1 range, sold in Executive, Premium, Flagship and Flagship X forms. All four retain the 1.5-litre 178 hp turbo petrol powertrain, front-wheel drive and wet dual-clutch automatic transmission. A facelift has been spotted testing in Malaysia during 2026, but no confirmed Malaysian-market production specifications or equipment changes have been announced. The current MC1 range therefore remains the reference point.
Variants (4)
RM73,800–RM94,800 · est. from RM755/mo
Which variant to buy
Most buyers should start with the RM73,800 Executive. It gets the same 1.5-litre 178 hp engine, wet dual-clutch automatic, front-wheel drive and five-seat layout as every other S70. The Premium costs RM79,800, the Flagship RM89,800 and the Flagship X RM94,800. On paper, you are not paying for mechanical changes as you move up the range; check the equipment list and pay more only for the trim items you genuinely want.
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 178 hp
- Torque
- 290 Nm
- 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
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 178 hp
- Torque
- 290 Nm
- 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
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 178 hp
- Torque
- 290 Nm
- 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
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 178 hp
- Torque
- 290 Nm
- 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
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
Shopping the previous generation? S70 SS11 (2023–2026) →
Colours
across the range — availability varies by variant
- Armour Silver Metallic
- Quartz Black Metallic
- Ruby Red Metallic
- Snow White Metallic
- Space Grey Metallic
Proton S70 buyer's guides & reviews
Verdict
The S70 makes a direct case for itself with 178 hp from a 1.5-litre turbo engine, a wet DCT and C-segment sedan packaging from RM73,800. It is also established as Malaysia's best-selling C-segment sedan, with more than 40,000 deliveries since launch. Running costs matter here: the MC1 retains the same fully synthetic oil, filters and seven-speed DCT service basis as the original 1.5T schedule.
Used cars for sale
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Proton S70 sales in Malaysia
14,718 registered so far in 2026 — Malaysia's #7 best-selling model this year. 1,886 were registered in Jul 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 | RM84,800 | — | — | 100% |
| 2025 | RM71,350 | RM65,794 (16) | RM79,000 | 78% |
| 2024 | RM64,400 | RM65,800 (45) | RM74,650 | 78% |
| 2023 | RM60,650 | — | — | 72% |
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 RM73,800 to RM94,800. The range comprises Executive, Premium, Flagship and Flagship X variants.
Which Proton S70 variant should I buy?
Buy the Executive if you want the S70's core mechanical package for the least money. It has the same 178 hp 1.5-litre turbo engine, wet DCT, front-wheel drive and five seats as the more expensive versions.
What engine and gearbox does the Proton S70 use?
Every Proton S70 uses a 1,499 cc, 178 hp petrol engine driving the front wheels through a wet dual-clutch automatic transmission.
Is there a new Proton S70 facelift for 2026?
A facelift has been seen testing in Malaysia in 2026, but confirmed Malaysian-market specifications and equipment changes have not been announced. The current car is the 2026 SS11 MC1 range.
