Verdict
At RM59,800, the Proton S70 costs RM30,000 less than the RM89,800 Proton X50, yet brings a 500-litre boot against 330 litres and a longer 2,627-mm wheelbase. It is the practical value call if a four-door sedan and luggage space matter most. The X50 answers with far stronger outputs: 178 hp and 290 Nm versus 118 hp and 150 Nm, plus a 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time. Its 17-inch wheels, LED lighting and automatic climate control also make the extra spend tangible, but the S70’s price gap is enormous.
Pick the Proton S70 if you want to spend RM30,000 less and need its 500-litre boot rather than the X50’s 330 litres.
Pick the Proton X50 if its 178 hp, 290 Nm turbo engine and 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time matter more than the RM30,000 price gap.
Key differences
- Price: Proton S70 RM59,800; Proton X50 RM89,800.
- Engine output: Proton S70 118 hp and 150 Nm; Proton X50 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- Boot space: Proton S70 500 litres; Proton X50 330 litres.
- Dimensions: Proton S70 4,602 mm long and 1,466 mm tall; Proton X50 4,380 mm long and 1,609 mm tall.
- Fuel tank: Proton S70 50 litres; Proton X50 45 litres.
- Wheels: Proton S70 16-inch alloys with 205/55R16 tyres; Proton X50 17-inch alloys with 215/60R17 tyres.
S70
- RM30,000 cheaper to buy.
- 500-litre boot, 170 litres larger.
- Longer 2,627-mm wheelbase and 50-litre fuel tank.
- 118 hp and 150 Nm trail the X50’s 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- Halogen headlamps and manual air-conditioning versus LED lamps and single-zone automatic climate control.
- No front parking sensors, auto headlamps or auto wipers.
X50
- 178 hp and 290 Nm, with a 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- LED headlamps and full LED taillamps.
- 17-inch wheels, front and rear parking sensors, and automatic climate control.
- RM30,000 more expensive.
- 330-litre boot is 170 litres smaller than the S70’s.
- 45-litre fuel tank is 5 litres smaller than the S70’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM59,800✓ | RM89,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | — | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC DVVT (i-GT), Port Fuel Injection | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 118 hp at 6,100 rpm | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 150 Nm at 4,000 rpm | 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed CVT with Manual Mode | 7DCT |
| Gears | 8 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Geely |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.6 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,602 mm | 4,380 mm |
| Width | 1,809 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,466 mm | 1,609 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,627 mm | 2,600 mm |
| Weight | 1,269 kg | 1,351 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres✓ | 330 litres |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R16 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R16 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | GitiComfort F50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | — | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Turbine-style Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Turbine-style Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Steering | Electric Power Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | — | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | ISOFIX with Top Tether | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Rear Seat Reminder, All Seats | For 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 | Halogen | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | — | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Fabric | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air Conditioning | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front |
| Audio | 8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up/Down with Anti-trap | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start with Remote Engine Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Entry | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Cruise Control with Speed Limiter | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 6x free labour servicing | 6 Times 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.
Used S70 & X50 for sale
S70 vs X50 FAQ
Is the Proton S70 or Proton X50 better?
The S70 is the better buy for price and luggage capacity: it costs RM30,000 less and has a 500-litre boot. Choose the X50 for performance, with 178 hp, 290 Nm and a 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
What is the price difference?
The Proton S70 is RM59,800 and the Proton X50 is RM89,800, so the X50 costs RM30,000 more.
Which has more boot space, the Proton S70 or Proton X50?
The Proton S70 has the larger boot at 500 litres. The Proton X50 has 330 litres, leaving the S70 with a 170-litre advantage.
