Verdict
At RM103,800, the Proton eMas 7 costs RM8,800 more than the RM95,000 Seres 3, but brings 215 hp and 320 Nm against 161 hp and 300 Nm, plus 80 kW DC charging rather than 60 kW. Its 345 km range is only 5 km ahead despite a smaller 49.52 kWh battery. The Seres counters with a 525-litre boot, 64 litres more than the Proton, and RM120 annual road tax against RM200. For Malaysian buyers who value active safety, the eMas 7 adds autonomous braking, lane-keeping and blind-spot warning.
Pick the Proton eMas 7 if you want the stronger 215 hp motor, faster 80 kW DC charging and a fuller active-safety suite.
Pick the Seres 3 if a 525-litre boot, powered front seats and the lower purchase price matter more than performance and driver assistance.
Key differences
- Price: Proton eMas 7 RM103,800; Seres 3 RM95,000.
- Motor output: Proton eMas 7 215 hp and 320 Nm; Seres 3 161 hp and 300 Nm.
- Battery and range: Proton eMas 7 49.52 kWh and 345 km; Seres 3 53.6 kWh and 340 km.
- DC charging and V2L: Proton eMas 7 80 kW and 3.3 kW V2L; Seres 3 60 kW and no V2L.
- Length and wheelbase: Proton eMas 7 4,615 mm and 2,750 mm; Seres 3 4,385 mm and 2,655 mm.
- Boot space: Proton eMas 7 461 litres; Seres 3 525 litres.
eMas 7
- 215 hp and 320 Nm, with a claimed 0-100 km/h time of 6.9 seconds.
- 80 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load capability.
- Five-star ASEAN NCAP rating, autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and blind-spot information.
- 461-litre boot is 64 litres smaller than the Seres 3's.
- RM200 annual road tax is RM80 higher.
3
- 525-litre boot and a space-saver spare tyre.
- 53.6 kWh battery, yet range is only 5 km behind the Proton at 340 km.
- Both front seats are powered.
- 161 hp and 300 Nm trail the Proton eMas 7's 215 hp and 320 Nm.
- 60 kW DC charging trails the Proton's 80 kW, and there is no V2L function.
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or blind-spot information system.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM103,800 | RM95,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp✓ | 161 hp |
| Motor Torque | 320 Nm✓ | 300 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 49.52 kWh | 53.6 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 345 km✓ | 340 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW✓ | 60 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,615 mm | 4,385 mm |
| Width | 1,901 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | 1,662 kg | 1,650 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 461 litres | 525 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Giti Comfort SUV 520 | Chao Yang SU318a H/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags |
| 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 Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Powered Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control, with Air Purifier System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.4" Touchscreen with Flyme Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 10.25" Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch and Voice Control | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 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 | Unlimited✓ | 160,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 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 eMas 7 & 3 for sale
eMas 7 vs 3 FAQ
Is the Proton eMas 7 or Seres 3 better?
The Proton eMas 7 is the better-equipped choice for performance, 80 kW DC charging and active safety. The Seres 3 makes more sense if you prioritise its 525-litre boot and lower outlay; their quoted ranges are very close at 345 km and 340 km.
What is the price difference?
The Proton eMas 7 costs RM8,800 more than the Seres 3. It also carries RM200 annual road tax, compared with RM120 for the Seres.
Which has the more useful boot?
The Seres 3 has the larger boot at 525 litres, compared with 461 litres in the Proton eMas 7. It also includes a space-saver spare tyre, while the Proton has no spare tyre listed.
