Verdict
The RM79,800 Proton S70 asks RM20,000 more than the RM59,800 car, but brings 178 hp and 290 Nm against 118 hp and 150 Nm, plus a wet seven-speed DCT rather than an eight-speed CVT. It also adds autonomous braking, steering-correction lane keeping, LED projector headlamps, automatic climate control and front parking sensors. Both retain the same 4,602-mm body, 2,627-mm wheelbase, 500-litre boot and 50-litre tank. For Malaysian buyers choosing new against used, the pricier S70 is the more capable pick; the cheaper one makes sense when the saving matters more.
Pick the Proton S70 if you want 178 hp, 290 Nm, autonomous braking and lane-keeping steering correction.
Pick the Proton S70 if a lower entry price, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and remote engine start matter more than performance.
Key differences
- Power: 178 hp at 5,500 rpm versus 118 hp at 6,100 rpm.
- Torque: 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm versus 150 Nm at 4,000 rpm.
- Transmission: wet seven-speed dual-clutch automatic versus eight-speed CVT with manual mode.
- Kerb weight: 1,305 kg versus 1,269 kg.
- Driver assistance: autonomous braking and steering-correction lane keeping versus no AEB or lane-keep system.
- Headlamps and air-con: LED projectors with single-zone automatic climate control versus halogen lamps with manual air conditioning.
SS11 MC1
- 178 hp and 290 Nm from the 1.5-litre turbo engine.
- Autonomous braking and lane-keeping steering correction.
- LED projector headlamps, automatic climate control and front parking sensors.
- Costs RM20,000 more.
- 36 kg heavier.
SS11 MC2
- Lower entry price.
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Remote engine start and an alarm.
- 60 hp and 140 Nm down on the other Proton S70.
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist.
- Halogen headlamps and manual air conditioning.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM79,800 | RM59,800✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC DVVT (i-GT), Port Fuel Injection |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 118 hp at 6,100 rpm |
| Torque | 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ | 150 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-speed CVT with Manual Mode |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,602 mm | 4,602 mm |
| Width | 1,809 mm | 1,809 mm |
| Height | 1,466 mm | 1,466 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,627 mm | 2,627 mm |
| Weight | 1,305 kg | 1,269 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 500 litres |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R16 | 205/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R16 | 205/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Giti Comfort F22 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | — |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloys | 16" Turbine-style Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloys | 16" Turbine-style Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Electric Power Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | — |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | ISOFIX with Top Tether |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| 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 Projector | Halogen |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Fabric |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Audio | 8" Touchscreen with Bluetooh, Screen Mirroring, 4 speakers | 8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, 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 Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Cruise Control with Speed Limiter |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 6 Times Free Labour Servicing | 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.
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SS11 MC1 vs SS11 MC2 FAQ
Is the Proton S70 or Proton S70 better?
The RM79,800 Proton S70 is better for performance and active safety, with 178 hp, 290 Nm, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assistance. The RM59,800 car is the budget choice, but has 118 hp, 150 Nm and no AEB or lane keep.
What is the price difference?
The difference is RM20,000: RM79,800 versus RM59,800. The extra money buys the turbocharged 178 hp/290 Nm drivetrain, wet DCT, AEB, lane keeping, LED projectors and automatic climate control.
Which Proton S70 has the stronger safety kit?
The RM79,800 Proton S70 has the stronger active-safety package because it includes autonomous braking, collision warning and steering-correction lane keeping. Both have six airbags, stability control, blind-spot information and a reverse camera.
