Verdict
At RM103,800, the Proton eMas 7 is RM3,000 cheaper than the RM106,800 Jetour Dashing, yet brings 215 hp and 320 Nm against 154 hp and 230 Nm, plus a 345 km EV range. It also has six airbags, autonomous braking and a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating. The Dashing answers with a slightly larger 486-litre boot, 25 litres more than the eMas 7, and Malaysian CKD assembly. Choose on charging access: the eMas 7 is the stronger, better-equipped proposition; the Dashing suits buyers who need petrol refuelling and more luggage room.
Pick the Jetour Dashing if you need a 57-litre petrol tank, Malaysian CKD assembly and the larger 486-litre boot.
Pick the Proton eMas 7 if you can charge an EV and want 215 hp, 320 Nm, a 345 km range and substantially fuller safety assistance.
Key differences
- Price: Jetour Dashing RM106,800; Proton eMas 7 RM103,800.
- Output: Jetour Dashing 154 hp and 230 Nm; Proton eMas 7 215 hp and 320 Nm.
- Energy storage: Jetour Dashing 57-litre fuel tank; Proton eMas 7 49.52-kWh battery with 345 km range.
- Wheelbase: Jetour Dashing 2,720 mm; Proton eMas 7 2,750 mm.
- Boot space: Jetour Dashing 486 litres; Proton eMas 7 461 litres.
- Safety: Jetour Dashing four airbags and no autonomous braking; Proton eMas 7 six airbags and autonomous braking.
Dashing
- 486-litre boot, 25 litres larger
- Malaysia CKD assembly
- 57-litre petrol tank
- 154 hp and 230 Nm trail the eMas 7's 215 hp and 320 Nm.
- No autonomous braking or collision warning.
- Four airbags versus six, and no ASEAN NCAP rating listed.
eMas 7
- 215 hp, 320 Nm and 345 km EV range
- Six airbags, autonomous braking and five-star ASEAN NCAP rating
- 11 kW AC, 80 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L
- 461-litre boot is 25 litres smaller than the Dashing's.
- China CBU rather than Malaysian CKD assembly.
- At 1,662 kg, it is 109 kg heavier than the Dashing.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM106,800 | RM103,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM200 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 154 hp | — |
| Torque | 230 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 320 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 49.52 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 345 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 80 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 | — | 6.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 175 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,590 mm | 4,615 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,901 mm |
| Height | 1,685 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,553 kg | 1,662 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 486 litres✓ | 461 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | Giti Comfort SUV 520 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | 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 Projectors |
| 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 | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control, with Air Purifier System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient 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 Flyme Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch and Voice Control |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) | Keyless Entry (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| 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 Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | 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 | 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 BEV 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.
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Dashing vs eMas 7 FAQ
Is the Jetour Dashing or Proton eMas 7 better?
The Proton eMas 7 is the better-equipped choice, with 215 hp, 320 Nm, six airbags, autonomous braking and a 345 km EV range. The Jetour Dashing makes more sense if petrol refuelling, local CKD assembly and its 486-litre boot are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Proton eMas 7 costs RM103,800 and the Jetour Dashing costs RM106,800, so the eMas 7 is RM3,000 cheaper.
Which has more boot space?
The Jetour Dashing has the larger boot at 486 litres, compared with 461 litres in the Proton eMas 7. That is a 25-litre advantage for the petrol SUV.
