Verdict
At RM59,800, the Proton eMas 5 costs RM24,088 less than the RM83,888 Nissan Almera, yet brings a 30.12-kWh battery, 225 km EV range and six airbags. Its 77-hp, 130-Nm rear motor suits buyers able to charge at home or work, with 6.6-kW AC and 53-kW DC charging available. The Almera counters with a much larger 482-litre boot against 375 litres, plus autonomous braking. For long-distance flexibility without charging stops, its 35-litre petrol tank and 5.4 L/100 km rating remain the simpler proposition.
Pick the Nissan Almera if you need the 482-litre boot, autonomous braking and petrol refuelling flexibility.
Pick the Proton eMas 5 if you can charge regularly and want to save RM24,088 while gaining six airbags, a 225-km EV range and rear multi-link suspension.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan Almera RM83,888; Proton eMas 5 RM59,800.
- Powertrain: Almera 99-hp/152-Nm 999-cc turbo petrol three-cylinder; eMas 5 77-hp/130-Nm single electric motor.
- Energy use: Almera rated at 5.4 L/100 km with a 35-litre tank; eMas 5 has a 30.12-kWh battery and 225 km range.
- Boot space: Almera 482 litres; eMas 5 375 litres.
- Safety: Almera has 2 airbags and autonomous braking; eMas 5 has 6 airbags but no autonomous braking.
- Dimensions: Almera is 4,495 mm long on a 2,620-mm wheelbase; eMas 5 is 4,135 mm long on a 2,650-mm wheelbase.
Almera
- 482-litre boot is 107 litres larger.
- Autonomous braking is fitted.
- 99 hp and 152 Nm exceed the eMas 5’s outputs.
- Costs RM24,088 more.
- Only two airbags versus six.
- No reverse camera, navigation or rear air-con vents.
eMas 5
- RM59,800 entry price.
- Six airbags, blind-spot information system and reverse camera.
- 30.12-kWh battery, 225-km range and 53-kW DC charging.
- 375-litre boot is 107 litres smaller.
- No autonomous braking system.
- 15-inch steel wheels versus the Almera’s 15-inch alloy wheels.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM83,888 | RM59,800✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM20✓ | RM30 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 999 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 99 hp at 5,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 152 Nm at 2,600 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 72.2 mm × 81.3 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 77 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 130 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 30.12 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 225 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 53 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Xtronic CVT | — |
| Gears | 1 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.4 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | — | 125 km/h |
| Co2 | 125 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,495 mm | 4,135 mm |
| Width | 1,740 mm | 1,805 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,580 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | 1,090 kg | 1,230 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 35 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 482 litres✓ | 375 litres |
| Front Tyre | 195/65R15 | 205/65R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/65R15 | 205/65R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 | Linglong Comfort Master |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 15" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 15" Steel |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 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 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 1 Rear USB | 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | Radio with 4 Speakers | 14.6" Touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Entry (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 5 Times Free Service | 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.
Used Almera & eMas 5 for sale
Almera vs eMas 5 FAQ
Is the Nissan Almera or Proton eMas 5 better?
The eMas 5 is the stronger buy for a buyer with regular charging, costing RM24,088 less and adding six airbags. Choose the Almera for its 482-litre boot, autonomous braking and petrol refuelling convenience.
What is the price difference?
The Proton eMas 5 costs RM59,800 and the Nissan Almera costs RM83,888, so the eMas 5 is RM24,088 cheaper.
How far can the Proton eMas 5 travel on a charge?
The Proton eMas 5 has a 30.12-kWh battery and a stated 225 km EV range. It supports 6.6-kW AC charging and up to 53-kW DC charging.
