Verdict
These two are close in sticker price, but not in approach. The Jetour Dashing is RM3,000 cheaper and brings a 154 hp/230 Nm 1.5-litre turbo, powered driver’s seat, powered boot and blind-spot monitoring. Proton eMas 7 PHEV counters with an 18.4-kWh battery, 83 km EV range and a 215 hp/258 Nm motor, plus six airbags, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control. It is also 150 mm longer with a 528-litre boot. For Malaysian owners able to charge, the Proton makes better use of the extra spend.
Pick the Jetour Dashing if you want the lower entry price, a turbo petrol engine, blind-spot monitoring and a powered boot.
Pick the Proton eMas 7 PHEV if you can charge regularly and want 83 km of EV range, six airbags and adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go.
Key differences
- Price: Jetour Dashing RM106,800; Proton eMas 7 PHEV RM109,800.
- Powertrain: Dashing has a 154 hp/230 Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine; eMas 7 PHEV has a 98 hp petrol engine and a 215 hp/258 Nm motor.
- Battery and EV range: Dashing has no drive battery or EV range; eMas 7 PHEV has an 18.4-kWh battery and 83 km EV range.
- Size and boot: Dashing is 4,590 mm long with a 486-litre boot; eMas 7 PHEV is 4,740 mm long with a 528-litre boot.
- Safety: Dashing has four airbags and blind-spot information; eMas 7 PHEV has six airbags, autonomous braking and collision warning.
- Cruise and infotainment: Dashing gets passive cruise and a 10.25-inch wired-CarPlay/Android Auto screen with four speakers; eMas 7 PHEV gets adaptive cruise…
Dashing
- RM3,000 lower purchase price.
- 154 hp and 230 Nm turbo petrol engine.
- Powered driver’s seat, powered boot and blind-spot information system.
- Four airbags versus the Proton’s six.
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or steering-correction lane keeping.
- 486-litre boot is 42 litres smaller.
eMas 7 PHEV
- 18.4-kWh battery, 83 km EV range and 6.6 kW AC/30 kW DC charging.
- Six airbags, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go.
- 528-litre boot, 15.4-inch touchscreen and six-speaker audio.
- Costs RM3,000 more.
- No blind-spot information system.
- Manual front seats and manual boot, where the Dashing has a power driver’s seat and powered boot.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM106,800✓ | RM109,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Atkinson Cycle |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 154 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 98 hp |
| Torque | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 125 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 80.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 258 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 18.4 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 83 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 30 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,590 mm | 4,740 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,940 mm |
| Height | 1,685 mm | 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,755 mm |
| Weight | 1,553 kg | 1,735 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 486 litres | 528 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) | 6 (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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector with Automatic High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers | 15.4" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty | 8-Year/160,000 km Hybrid and Components Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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.
Used Dashing & eMas 7 PHEV for sale
Dashing vs eMas 7 PHEV FAQ
Is the Jetour Dashing or Proton eMas 7 PHEV better?
The Proton eMas 7 PHEV is the stronger all-round choice for buyers who can charge, with 83 km EV range, six airbags, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control. Choose the Jetour Dashing for its lower price, turbo petrol engine, powered boot and blind-spot monitoring.
What is the price difference?
The Proton eMas 7 PHEV costs RM3,000 more than the Jetour Dashing.
Which one has more safety equipment?
The Proton eMas 7 PHEV has the fuller safety kit: six airbags, autonomous braking, collision warning, steering-correction lane keeping and all-seat belt reminders. The Jetour Dashing has four airbags and blind-spot information, but lacks those active braking and lane-keeping functions.
