Verdict
At RM106,800, these two C-segment choices take sharply different routes. The Aion ES is the EV option with a 55.2-kWh battery, 442-km range and RM70 annual road tax, while its 4,810-mm body and 2,750-mm wheelbase are 278 mm and 80 mm longer than the Proton’s. The X70 counters with a five-door SUV body, a 515-litre boot against 450 litres, and a 178-hp/290-Nm 1.5-litre turbo. It also gets ventilated front seats and a 360-degree camera. The X70’s 515-litre boot will matter more to family luggage than the Aion’s 450 litres.
Pick the Aion ES if a 442-km EV range, 3.3-kW V2L and lower RM70 annual road tax suit your driving needs.
Pick the Proton X70 if you need a five-door SUV with a 515-litre boot, ventilated front seats and a 360-degree camera.
Key differences
- Price: Aion ES RM106,800; Proton X70 RM106,800.
- Annual road tax: Aion ES RM70; Proton X70 RM120.
- Powertrain output: Aion ES 136 hp/225 Nm motor; Proton X70 178 hp/290 Nm engine.
- Length: Aion ES 4,810 mm; Proton X70 4,532 mm.
- Boot space: Aion ES 450 litres; Proton X70 515 litres.
- Warranty: Aion ES 8 years/160,000 km; Proton X70 5 years/unlimited mileage.
ES
- 442-km EV range from a 55.2-kWh battery
- RM70 annual road tax
- 3.3-kW V2L capability
- 450-litre boot is 65 litres smaller
- 160,000-km warranty limit versus unlimited mileage
X70
- 515-litre boot and five-door SUV body
- Ventilated front seats and dual-zone climate control
- 360-degree camera with front and rear parking sensors
- RM120 annual road tax versus RM70
- Five-year warranty versus eight years
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM106,800 | RM106,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 290 Nm at 2,000 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 | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission with Manual Mode |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Geely |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,810 mm | 4,532 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm | 1,831 mm |
| Height | 1,545 mm | 1,694 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,670 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,575 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 450 litres | 515 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55 R17 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | — | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | — | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | — | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat, Front Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | — | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Air Purifier System & Air Ionizer |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | — | 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 |
| Engine Start | — | Keyless Push Button with Remote Start |
| Locks | — | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| 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✓ | 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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ES vs X70 FAQ
Is the Aion ES or Proton X70 better?
The Aion ES is better for buyers prioritising its 442-km EV range, RM70 road tax and eight-year warranty. The Proton X70 is better for its 515-litre boot, SUV body and specified convenience equipment.
What is the price difference?
There is no price difference: both the Aion ES and Proton X70 cost RM106,800.
Which has more luggage space?
The Proton X70 has the larger boot at 515 litres, 65 litres more than the Aion ES’s 450 litres.
