Verdict
At RM7,900 less, the Proton X70 P7-90A FL makes sense if price and its claimed 9.8-second 0-100 km/h run matter more than cabin extras. The Proton X70 P7-90A MC3 counters with a 1,499 cc four-cylinder producing 178 hp and 290 Nm, against the FL’s 1,477 cc three-cylinder with 175 hp and 255 Nm, plus 18-inch wheels, a ventilated power driver’s seat and a 360-degree camera. Both use front-wheel drive and a seven-speed wet DCT. For Malaysian daily use, the MC3’s parking and comfort kit earns the extra outlay.
Pick the Proton X70 P7-90A FL if you want the RM7,900 saving, a 10 kg lower kerb weight and more front USB provision.
Pick the Proton X70 P7-90A MC3 if you want the stronger four-cylinder engine and substantially better convenience equipment.
Key differences
- Price: RM98,900 for the FL versus RM106,800 for the MC3.
- Engine output: FL 1,477 cc inline-three with 175 hp and 255 Nm; MC3 1,499 cc inline-four with 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- Kerb weight: FL 1,585 kg versus MC3 1,575 kg.
- Wheels and tyres: FL 17-inch alloys with 225/65R17 tyres; MC3 18-inch alloys with 225/60R18 tyres.
- Front seats: FL manual adjustment with driver height adjustment; MC3 power driver adjustment and front-seat ventilation.
- Parking assistance: FL has no front sensors and a reverse camera; MC3 has two front sensors and a 360-degree camera.
P7-90A FL
- RM7,900 lower purchase price
- 10 kg lighter at 1,585 kg
- Three front USB ports plus a rear-view-mirror USB port
- 255 Nm versus the MC3’s 290 Nm
- Manual front seats with no ventilation
- No front parking sensors, 360-degree camera or powered contactless boot
P7-90A MC3
- 178 hp and 290 Nm from a 1,499 cc four-cylinder
- Power-adjustable ventilated driver’s seat with air purifier and ionizer
- 360-degree camera and powered contactless boot
- RM7,900 higher purchase price
- 10 kg heavier at 1,575 kg
- Two front USB ports versus the FL’s three, and no rear-view-mirror USB port
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM98,900✓ | RM106,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,477 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 175 hp at 5,500 rpm | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 255 Nm at 1,500 rpm | 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 82 mm × 93.2 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission with Manual Mode | 7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission with Manual Mode |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Geely | Geely |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.8 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,526 mm | 4,532 mm |
| Width | 1,831 mm | 1,831 mm |
| Height | 1,694 mm | 1,694 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,670 mm |
| Weight | 1,585 kg | 1,575 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 515 litres | 515 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/65R17 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/65R17 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | GT Radial Savero SUV | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| 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 |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable, Driver's seat height adjustable | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat, Front Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Air Purifier System & Air Ionizer |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 3 Front USB, 2 Rear USB, 1 Rear-view Mirror USB | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen Atlas OS Infotainment System with eSIM, Voice Control and 6 Speakers | 12.3" Touchscreen Atlas OS Infotainment System with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, eSIM, Voice Control and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch and Voice Control | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button with Remote Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 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 | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
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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P7-90A FL vs P7-90A MC3 FAQ
Is the Proton X70 P7-90A FL or Proton X70 P7-90A MC3 better?
The MC3 is the better-equipped choice, with more torque, a four-cylinder engine, ventilated power driver’s seat, 360-degree camera and powered boot. The FL is the better choice when the RM7,900 saving matters more than those extras.
What is the price difference?
The Proton X70 P7-90A MC3 costs RM7,900 more than the Proton X70 P7-90A FL: RM106,800 versus RM98,900.
Which X70 has better parking equipment?
The MC3 does. It adds two front parking sensors and a 360-degree camera, while the FL has no front sensors and uses a conventional reverse camera.
