Verdict
The RM13,300 gap buys the Proton S70 a larger C-segment sedan body, 118 hp and 150 Nm, plus a 500-litre boot and six airbags. That matters for buyers carrying rear passengers or luggage regularly: the S70 is 707 mm longer and has a 127 mm longer wheelbase. The Perodua Myvi is the more affordable B-segment hatchback, weighs 284 kg less and is the only one with a quoted 4.5 L/100 km economy figure. Its 94 hp, 277-litre boot and four airbags make it the more modest package.
Pick the Perodua Myvi if RM46,500 pricing, a compact 3,895 mm hatchback body and quoted 4.5 L/100 km economy matter more than outright space and power.
Pick the Proton S70 if you want 118 hp, a 500-litre boot, six airbags and a roomier 4,602 mm C-segment sedan for RM59,800.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Myvi RM46,500; Proton S70 RM59,800.
- Power and torque: Perodua Myvi 94 hp and 121 Nm; Proton S70 118 hp and 150 Nm.
- Length and wheelbase: Perodua Myvi 3,895 mm and 2,500 mm; Proton S70 4,602 mm and 2,627 mm.
- Boot space: Perodua Myvi 277 litres; Proton S70 500 litres.
- Safety equipment: Perodua Myvi four airbags and no blind spot information system; Proton S70 six airbags and a blind spot information system.
- Road tax and fuel tank: Perodua Myvi RM70 yearly and 36 litres; Proton S70 RM90 yearly and 50 litres.
Myvi
- RM13,300 cheaper to buy.
- Quoted economy of 4.5 L/100 km.
- LED reflector headlamps and LED combination taillamps.
- 94 hp and 121 Nm trail the S70's 118 hp and 150 Nm.
- 277-litre boot is 223 litres smaller than the S70's.
- Four airbags versus the S70's six, with no blind spot information system.
S70
- 118 hp and 150 Nm from its 1.5-litre engine.
- 500-litre boot and 2,627 mm wheelbase.
- Six airbags, blind spot information system and reverse camera.
- Costs RM13,300 more than the Myvi.
- RM90 annual road tax is RM20 higher.
- At 1,269 kg, it is 284 kg heavier than the Myvi.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM46,500✓ | RM59,800 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC DVVT (i-GT), Port Fuel Injection |
| Capacity | 1,329 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 94 hp at 6,000 rpm | 118 hp at 6,100 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 121 Nm at 4,000 rpm | 150 Nm at 4,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 72.5 mm × 80.6 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | D-CVT | 8-speed CVT with Manual Mode |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11.5 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 4.5 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,895 mm | 4,602 mm |
| Width | 1,735 mm | 1,809 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,466 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,500 mm | 2,627 mm |
| Weight | 985 kg | 1,269 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 277 litres | 500 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R14 | 205/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R14 | 205/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | — |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | — |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 14" 7-spoke Alloy | 16" Turbine-style Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 14" 7-spoke Alloy | 16" Turbine-style Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Electric Power Steering |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) | 6 (Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | — |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | ISOFIX with Top Tether |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | Rear Seat Reminder, All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Blind Spot Detection, Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Collision Warning, Door Opening Warning; no AEB/ACC/lane-keep (camera ADAS reserved for 1.5TD Flagship variants) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | Halogen |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Fabric |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Fixed Headrests | — |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls and Memory | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | — |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Audio | Radio/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers | 8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up/Down with Anti-trap |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button Start with Remote Engine Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | — | Cruise Control with Speed Limiter |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Acoustic Glass Windscreen, Anti-snatch Handbag Hook | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 6x free labour servicing |
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 Myvi & S70 for sale
Myvi vs S70 FAQ
Is the Perodua Myvi or Proton S70 better?
The Proton S70 is better for space, luggage capacity, power and safety equipment, with 500 litres of boot space, 118 hp and six airbags. The Perodua Myvi is better for a lower RM46,500 entry price and its quoted 4.5 L/100 km economy.
What is the price difference?
The Proton S70 costs RM59,800 and the Perodua Myvi costs RM46,500, so the difference is RM13,300.
Which car has the bigger boot?
The Proton S70 has the bigger boot at 500 litres, compared with 277 litres in the Perodua Myvi. That is a 223-litre advantage for the sedan.
