Verdict
At RM109,800, the Proton eMas 7 PHEV costs RM9,900 more, but brings an 18.4 kWh battery, 83 km EV range and a 215 hp, 258 Nm motor. Its 528-litre boot and 2,755 mm wheelbase also make it the roomier five-seater. The RM99,900 Toyota Yaris Cross is 430 mm shorter and 585 kg lighter, a meaningful advantage in tight Malaysian car parks, while adding blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera. Choose based on charging access and space needs, not engine output alone.
Pick the Proton eMas 7 PHEV if you can charge regularly and want 83 km of EV range, a 528-litre boot and a larger C-segment SUV.
Pick the Toyota Yaris Cross if you want to spend RM9,900 less on a smaller, lighter SUV with blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera.
Key differences
- Price: Proton eMas 7 PHEV RM109,800; Toyota Yaris Cross RM99,900.
- EV system: Proton eMas 7 PHEV has an 18.4 kWh battery and 83 km EV range; Toyota Yaris Cross has no battery capacity or EV range listed.
- Size: Proton eMas 7 PHEV is 4,740 mm long with a 2,755 mm wheelbase; Toyota Yaris Cross is 4,310 mm long with a 2,620 mm wheelbase.
- Weight: Proton eMas 7 PHEV weighs 1,735 kg; Toyota Yaris Cross weighs 1,150 kg.
- Boot space: Proton eMas 7 PHEV has 528 litres; Toyota Yaris Cross has 471 litres.
- Driver assistance: Proton eMas 7 PHEV lists autonomous braking; Toyota Yaris Cross lists blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera.
eMas 7 PHEV
- 83 km EV range from an 18.4 kWh battery
- 528-litre boot and 2,755 mm wheelbase
- Six-year unlimited-mileage warranty plus eight-year/160,000 km hybrid and battery cover
- RM9,900 dearer
- 430 mm longer and 585 kg heavier
- No blind-spot monitoring or 360-degree camera listed
Yaris Cross
- RM99,900 entry price
- 430 mm shorter and 585 kg lighter
- Blind-spot monitoring, 360-degree camera and powered driver’s seat
- No EV range, AC/DC charging or V2L capability
- 471-litre boot is 57 litres smaller
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty versus six years
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,800 | RM99,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | — | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Atkinson Cycle | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 98 hp | 105 hp✓ |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 138 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 258 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 18.4 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 83 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 30 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,740 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,940 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,685 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,755 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,735 kg | 1,150 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 528 litres✓ | 471 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Steel 195/65R16 Tyre |
| Factory Tyres | — | Toyo Proxes R61 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and 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 Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Automatic High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.4" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 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 eMas 7 PHEV & Yaris Cross for sale
eMas 7 PHEV vs Yaris Cross FAQ
Is the Proton eMas 7 PHEV or Toyota Yaris Cross better?
The Proton eMas 7 PHEV is better for regular charging, EV driving and cabin space, with 83 km EV range and a 528-litre boot. The Toyota Yaris Cross is better for a lower purchase price and easier urban manoeuvring.
What is the price difference?
The Proton eMas 7 PHEV costs RM109,800 and the Toyota Yaris Cross costs RM99,900, so the gap is RM9,900.
Which is easier to park in town?
The Toyota Yaris Cross is easier to place in tight spaces: it is 4,310 mm long and 1,770 mm wide, against the Proton eMas 7 PHEV’s 4,740 mm length and 1,940 mm width. It also has a 360-degree camera.
