Verdict
The Perodua Traz is the easier ownership case for buyers who want a compact 4,310 mm SUV with a 471-litre boot, a 42-litre petrol tank and RM120 annual road tax. Its RM27,700 lower entry price leaves serious room for fuel and servicing. But the Proton eMas 7 brings far more performance from its 215 hp, 320 Nm motor, a 345 km EV range and 80 kW DC charging. It is also 305 mm longer with a 130 mm longer wheelbase, although its 461-litre boot is 10 litres smaller and its 1,901 mm width needs more care in tight parking.
Pick the Perodua Traz if you want the lower-cost petrol SUV, a 471-litre boot and a more compact 4,310 mm body.
Pick the Proton eMas 7 if you can charge an EV and want 215 hp, 320 Nm, 345 km range and substantially more cabin-focused equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Traz RM76,100; Proton eMas 7 RM103,800.
- Power and torque: Traz 105 hp and 138 Nm; eMas 7 215 hp and 320 Nm.
- Energy and range: Traz has a 42-litre petrol tank; eMas 7 has a 49.52 kWh battery and 345 km EV range.
- Size: Traz is 4,310 mm long with a 2,620 mm wheelbase; eMas 7 is 4,615 mm long with a 2,750 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: Traz 471 litres; eMas 7 461 litres.
- Road tax: Traz RM120 per year; eMas 7 RM200 per year.
Traz
- RM27,700 less expensive to buy.
- 471-litre boot is 10 litres larger.
- More compact 4,310 mm length and full-size steel spare tyre.
- 105 hp and 138 Nm trail the eMas 7's 215 hp and 320 Nm.
- Manual air-con and manual front-seat adjustment versus automatic climate control and a powered driver's seat.
- No adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera or navigation.
eMas 7
- 215 hp, 320 Nm motor and 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 49.52 kWh battery, 345 km range, 11 kW AC and 80 kW DC charging.
- Longer 2,750 mm wheelbase, multi-link rear suspension and 360-degree camera.
- Costs RM27,700 more and annual road tax is RM80 higher.
- 461-litre boot is 10 litres smaller.
- At 1,901 mm wide, it is 131 mm wider than the Traz.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM76,100✓ | RM103,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM200 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,496 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 105 hp at 6,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 138 Nm at 4,200 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 72.5 mm × 90.6 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | — |
| 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 | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 6.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 175 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,615 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm | 1,901 mm |
| Height | 1,655 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,145 kg | 1,662 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 42 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 471 litres✓ | 461 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 16" Steel | — |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes CR1 | Giti Comfort SUV 520 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Dual-tone Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Dual-tone Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 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, ASA 3.0 Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control, with Air Purifier System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 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 | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Smart Link, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 Speakers | 15.4" Touchscreen with Flyme Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch and Voice Control |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Entry (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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 Traz & eMas 7 for sale
Traz vs eMas 7 FAQ
Is the Perodua Traz or Proton eMas 7 better?
The eMas 7 is better for EV performance, charging and equipment, with 215 hp, 345 km range and adaptive cruise control. The Traz is better for lower upfront cost, lower RM120 road tax and a slightly larger 471-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Traz costs RM76,100, while the Proton eMas 7 costs RM103,800. The difference is RM27,700 before insurance.
Can the Proton eMas 7 manage longer trips than the Perodua Traz?
The eMas 7 has a stated 345 km EV range and supports 80 kW DC charging, so it can be recharged en route. The Traz uses a 42-litre petrol tank, but no driving range figure is stated.
