Verdict
The RM47,000 gap is the whole decision here. At RM106,800, the Aion ES brings a 136 hp, 225 Nm electric motor, 55.2 kWh battery, 442 km EV range and 60 kW DC charging, plus a longer 2,750 mm wheelbase. The RM59,800 Proton S70 is far cheaper to buy, has a larger 500-litre boot and unlimited-mileage five-year warranty. Pick the Aion if charging suits your routine; pick the S70 for the lower entry cost and 50 litres of petrol flexibility.
Pick the Aion ES if you can charge regularly and want 442 km of EV range, 225 Nm and a 3.3 kW V2L supply.
Pick the Proton S70 if RM47,000 saved upfront and its 500-litre boot matter more than switching to electric.
Key differences
- Price: Aion ES RM106,800; Proton S70 RM59,800.
- Powertrain: Aion ES 136 hp/225 Nm electric motor; Proton S70 118 hp/150 Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine.
- Range and energy storage: Aion ES 55.2 kWh battery and 442 km range; Proton S70 50-litre fuel tank.
- Charging: Aion ES supports 6.6 kW AC and 60 kW DC charging; Proton S70 is petrol-powered.
- Boot space: Aion ES 450 litres; Proton S70 500 litres.
- Wheelbase: Aion ES 2,750 mm; Proton S70 2,627 mm.
ES
- 136 hp and 225 Nm electric motor
- 442 km EV range from a 55.2 kWh battery
- 60 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L
- Costs RM47,000 more than the Proton S70.
- Has a 450-litre boot versus the S70's 500 litres.
S70
- RM59,800 price saves RM47,000
- 500-litre boot
- Five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty
- 118 hp and 150 Nm trail the Aion ES's 136 hp and 225 Nm.
- Road tax is RM90 per year, versus RM70 for the Aion ES.
- Its 2,627 mm wheelbase is 123 mm shorter than the Aion ES's.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM106,800 | RM59,800✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC DVVT (i-GT), Port Fuel Injection |
| Capacity | — | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 118 hp at 6,100 rpm |
| Torque | — | 150 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 136 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 225 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 55.2 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 442 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 60 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-speed CVT with Manual Mode |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,810 mm | 4,602 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm | 1,809 mm |
| Height | 1,545 mm | 1,466 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,627 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,269 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 450 litres | 500 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 205/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 205/55R16 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | — |
| Front Suspension | — | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | — | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17 | 16" Turbine-style Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17 | 16" Turbine-style Alloys |
| Steering | — | Electric Power Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | 6 (Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | — | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | ISOFIX with Top Tether |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | 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 | — | Halogen |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | — | Fabric |
| Front Air-con | — | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Audio | — | 8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | Four Windows, Auto Up/Down with Anti-trap |
| Engine Start | — | Keyless Push Button Start with Remote Engine Start |
| Locks | — | Keyless Entry |
| Cruise Control | — | Cruise Control with Speed Limiter |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 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.
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ES vs S70 FAQ
Is the Aion ES or Proton S70 better?
The Aion ES is better for a driver able to charge regularly, with 442 km of EV range, 225 Nm and DC charging. The Proton S70 is the better budget choice, costing RM47,000 less and carrying 500 litres in its boot.
What is the price difference?
The Aion ES costs RM106,800 and the Proton S70 costs RM59,800, so the Aion carries a RM47,000 premium.
Which has the larger boot?
The Proton S70 has the larger boot at 500 litres. The Aion ES has 450 litres, a 50-litre deficit.
