Verdict
The Aion ES is RM3,000 cheaper at RM106,800 and is the cleaner choice for buyers who can charge regularly: its 55.2-kWh battery and 442-km EV range are far beyond the Proton eMas 7 PHEV’s 18.4 kWh and 83 km. It also doubles DC charging capability at 60 kW versus 30 kW. The Proton fights back with SUV practicality: 528 litres of boot space, five doors and 18-inch wheels, against the Aion’s 450-litre boot, four doors and 17-inch wheels. Its 215-hp, 258-Nm motor is stronger too.
Pick the Aion ES if you want 442 km of electric range, 60-kW DC charging and a lower RM106,800 entry price.
Pick the Proton eMas 7 PHEV if you need an SUV body, a 528-litre boot and the stronger 215-hp electric motor.
Key differences
- Price: Aion ES RM106,800; Proton eMas 7 PHEV RM109,800.
- EV range: Aion ES 442 km; Proton eMas 7 PHEV 83 km.
- Battery capacity: Aion ES 55.2 kWh; Proton eMas 7 PHEV 18.4 kWh.
- DC charging: Aion ES 60 kW; Proton eMas 7 PHEV 30 kW.
- Motor output: Aion ES 136 hp and 225 Nm; Proton eMas 7 PHEV 215 hp and 258 Nm.
- Boot space: Aion ES 450 litres; Proton eMas 7 PHEV 528 litres.
ES
- 442-km EV range from a 55.2-kWh battery.
- 60-kW DC charging, twice the Proton’s rate.
- RM3,000 lower price.
- 450-litre boot is 78 litres smaller than the Proton’s.
- 136 hp and 225 Nm trail the Proton’s 215 hp and 258 Nm.
eMas 7 PHEV
- 528-litre boot and five-door SUV body.
- 215-hp, 258-Nm electric motor.
- Six airbags, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go.
- 83-km EV range is 359 km shorter than the Aion’s.
- 30-kW DC charging is half the Aion’s 60-kW rate.
- Costs RM3,000 more.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM106,800✓ | RM109,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70 | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Atkinson Cycle |
| Horsepower | — | 98 hp |
| Torque | — | 125 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 136 hp | 215 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 225 Nm | 258 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 55.2 kWh✓ | 18.4 kWh |
| EV Range | 442 km✓ | 83 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 60 kW✓ | 30 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,810 mm | 4,740 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm | 1,940 mm |
| Height | 1,545 mm | 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,755 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,735 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 51 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 450 litres | 528 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | — | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | — | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17 | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17 | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | — | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | 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 |
| Seat Belts | — | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | — | LED Projector with Automatic High Beam |
| Taillamps | — | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | — | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | — | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | — | 15.4" 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 |
| Engine Start | — | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | — | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km Hybrid 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 ES & eMas 7 PHEV for sale
ES vs eMas 7 PHEV FAQ
Is the Aion ES or Proton eMas 7 PHEV better?
The Aion ES is better for long electric driving, with 442 km of EV range and 60-kW DC charging. Choose the Proton eMas 7 PHEV for its SUV format, 528-litre boot and stronger 215-hp motor.
What is the price difference?
The Proton eMas 7 PHEV costs RM109,800, which is RM3,000 more than the RM106,800 Aion ES.
Which has the longer electric range?
The Aion ES has the longer EV range at 442 km from its 55.2-kWh battery. The Proton eMas 7 PHEV is rated for 83 km on its 18.4-kWh battery.
