Verdict
The Proton S70 is the stronger buy for most Malaysian sedan buyers: RM59,800 buys 118 hp, a 500-litre boot and a 50-litre tank, against the MG 5’s RM93,800, 112 hp, 401 litres and 45 litres. That RM34,000 gap is substantial. The MG is 73 mm longer and has a 53 mm longer wheelbase, plus 17-inch wheels, a 360-degree camera and autonomous braking. But its higher asking price is hard to justify when the S70 also has six airbags, blind-spot monitoring and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
Pick the MG 5 if autonomous braking, a 360-degree camera, 17-inch wheels and a sunroof matter more than the RM34,000 saving.
Pick the Proton S70 if you want the lower purchase price, 118 hp, a 500-litre boot and a 50-litre fuel tank.
Key differences
- Price: MG 5 RM93,800; Proton S70 RM59,800.
- Power: MG 5 112 hp at 6,000 rpm; Proton S70 118 hp at 6,100 rpm.
- Boot space: MG 5 401 litres; Proton S70 500 litres.
- Fuel tank: MG 5 45 litres; Proton S70 50 litres.
- Wheelbase: MG 5 2,680 mm; Proton S70 2,627 mm.
- Autonomous braking: MG 5 yes; Proton S70 no.
5
- Autonomous braking and collision warning
- 360-degree camera
- 17-inch alloy wheels, sunroof and power-adjustable driver’s seat
- Costs RM34,000 more
- 401-litre boot is 99 litres smaller
- 45-litre tank is 5 litres smaller
S70
- RM34,000 lower purchase price
- 118 hp and 150 Nm
- 500-litre boot and 50-litre fuel tank
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist
- Reverse camera instead of a 360-degree camera
- Halogen headlamps instead of LED projectors
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM93,800 | RM59,800✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC DVVT (i-GT), Port Fuel Injection |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 112 hp at 6,000 rpm | 118 hp at 6,100 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 150 Nm at 4,500 rpm | 150 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 75 mm × 84.8 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | iCVT | 8-speed CVT with Manual Mode |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11.5 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,675 mm | 4,602 mm |
| Width | 1,842 mm | 1,809 mm |
| Height | 1,480 mm | 1,466 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm | 2,627 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,269 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 401 litres | 500 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R17 | 205/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 205/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Primetra S | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | — |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 16" Turbine-style Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 16" Turbine-style Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Electric Power Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | — |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats | ISOFIX with Top Tether |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | 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 | LED Projector | Halogen |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | Fabric |
| Rear Seats | One-piece Folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC vent | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Yes | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 3 USB | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Auto Up/Down with Anti-trap |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button Start with Remote Engine Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Cruise Control with Speed Limiter |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 7 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain | 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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5 vs S70 FAQ
Is the MG 5 or Proton S70 better?
The Proton S70 is better for most buyers because it costs RM34,000 less, has 6 hp more and carries 99 litres more luggage. Choose the MG 5 if its autonomous braking and 360-degree camera are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The MG 5 costs RM34,000 more than the Proton S70.
Which sedan has more boot space?
The Proton S70 has the larger boot at 500 litres, compared with 401 litres in the MG 5. That is a 99-litre advantage for the Proton.
