Verdict
The Proton eMas 5 is the budget-led choice at RM59,800, undercutting the BYD Dolphin’s RM100,530 by RM40,730 while giving you a larger 375-litre boot and locally assembled CKD status. But the Dolphin’s 44.92-kWh battery and 340-km range beat the Proton’s 30.12 kWh and 225 km, a meaningful 115-km margin for Malaysians planning longer journeys between charges. It is also stronger at 94 hp and 180 Nm, and brings adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera. The eMas 5 makes sense if purchase cost is the priority.
Pick the BYD Dolphin if you want 340 km of range, 180 Nm and the more complete driver-assistance package.
Pick the Proton eMas 5 if saving RM40,730 and gaining a 375-litre boot matter more than range and performance.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Dolphin RM100,530; Proton eMas 5 RM59,800.
- Battery and range: BYD Dolphin 44.92 kWh and 340 km; Proton eMas 5 30.12 kWh and 225 km.
- Motor output: BYD Dolphin 94 hp and 180 Nm; Proton eMas 5 77 hp and 130 Nm.
- Boot space: BYD Dolphin 345 litres; Proton eMas 5 375 litres.
- DC charging: BYD Dolphin 60 kW; Proton eMas 5 53 kW.
- Driveline and rear suspension: BYD Dolphin front-wheel drive with torsion beam; Proton eMas 5 rear-wheel drive with multi-link.
Dolphin
- 115 km more quoted range
- 94 hp and 180 Nm motor
- Autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera
- Costs RM40,730 more
- 345-litre boot is 30 litres smaller
- RM50 annual road tax versus RM30
eMas 5
- RM40,730 lower purchase price
- 375-litre boot
- CKD Malaysian assembly and multi-link rear suspension
- 225-km range is 115 km shorter
- 77 hp and 130 Nm trail the Dolphin
- No autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control or front parking sensors
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM100,530 | RM59,800✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM50 | RM30✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 94 hp✓ | 77 hp |
| Motor Torque | 180 Nm✓ | 130 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 44.92 kWh✓ | 30.12 kWh |
| EV Range | 340 km✓ | 225 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW✓ | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 60 kW✓ | 53 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | BYD | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 12.3 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | — | 125 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,290 mm | 4,135 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm | 1,805 mm |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,580 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,230 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 345 litres | 375 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 195/60R16 | 205/65R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/60R16 | 205/65R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Linglong Eco Master E | Linglong Comfort Master |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 15" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 15" Steel |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | Rear Collision Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Brake | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB-A, 1 Front USB-C, 1 Rear USB-A, 1 Rear USB-C | 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 12.8” Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, 6 Speakers, Bluetooth, Navigation | 14.6" Touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver’s Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Entry (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 8-Year/160,000 km BEV 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 Dolphin & eMas 5 for sale
Dolphin vs eMas 5 FAQ
Is the BYD Dolphin or Proton eMas 5 better?
The BYD Dolphin is better equipped for longer trips and safety assistance, with 340 km of range, 180 Nm, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control. The Proton eMas 5 is the better budget buy, costing RM40,730 less and providing a 375-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Proton eMas 5 costs RM40,730 less than the BYD Dolphin. That saving comes with a smaller 30.12-kWh battery and 225-km range, versus 44.92 kWh and 340 km in the Dolphin.
Which one charges faster?
The BYD Dolphin has the higher charging ratings: 7 kW AC and 60 kW DC, against the Proton eMas 5’s 6.6 kW AC and 53 kW DC. Both supply 3.3 kW of vehicle-to-load power.
