Verdict
The Proton X50 is RM5,200 cheaper and brings 178 hp, a claimed 0-100 km/h time of 7.6 seconds, blind-spot information and a 14.6-inch screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Seres 3 answers with EV running: its 161-hp, 300-Nm motor draws from a 53.6-kWh battery for a quoted 340 km, with 11-kW AC and 60-kW DC charging. It is also roomier for luggage, its 525-litre boot beating the X50’s 330 litres. For Malaysian buyers with dependable charging, the Seres makes a practical EV case; otherwise, the X50 is the more fully equipped choice.
Pick the Proton X50 if you want the lower RM89,800 entry price, 178 hp and equipment including blind-spot information, front parking sensors and wireless smartphone connectivity.
Pick the Seres 3 if you have reliable charging and want a 53.6-kWh EV with 340 km quoted range, 300 Nm and a much larger 525-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Proton X50 RM89,800; Seres 3 RM95,000.
- Powertrain: X50 178 hp and 290 Nm from a 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine; Seres 3 161 hp and 300 Nm from one electric motor.
- Energy storage/range: X50 has a 45-litre fuel tank; Seres 3 has a 53.6-kWh battery and 340 km EV range.
- Boot space: X50 330 litres; Seres 3 525 litres.
- Wheelbase: X50 2,600 mm; Seres 3 2,655 mm.
- Wheels: X50 17-inch alloys with 215/60R17 tyres; Seres 3 18-inch alloys with 225/55R18 tyres.
X50
- RM5,200 lower purchase price.
- 178 hp and a claimed 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Blind-spot information, front parking sensors and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
- 330-litre boot is 195 litres smaller than the Seres 3’s.
- Manual front-seat adjustment, versus powered front seats in the Seres 3.
- No electric motor, battery, quoted EV range or AC/DC charging capability.
3
- 53.6-kWh battery, 340 km quoted EV range and 11-kW AC/60-kW DC charging.
- 525-litre boot.
- Powered front seats and 18-inch wheels.
- RM5,200 more expensive than the Proton X50.
- No blind-spot information system or front parking sensors.
- 160,000-km manufacturer warranty limit, while the X50’s five-year warranty has unlimited mileage.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM89,800✓ | RM95,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 178 hp | — |
| Torque | 290 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 161 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 300 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 53.6 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 340 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 60 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7DCT | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Geely | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,385 mm |
| Width | 1,795 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,609 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | 1,351 kg | 1,650 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 45 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 330 litres | 525 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | GitiComfort F50 | Chao Yang SU318a H/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| 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 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 |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android 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 | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | 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 | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 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 X50 & 3 for sale
X50 vs 3 FAQ
Is the Proton X50 or Seres 3 better?
The Proton X50 is better equipped for less money, adding blind-spot information, front sensors and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. The Seres 3 is better for buyers with reliable charging who need its 340 km quoted EV range and 525-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Seres 3 costs RM5,200 more than the Proton X50: RM95,000 against RM89,800.
Which SUV has the bigger boot?
The Seres 3 has the bigger boot at 525 litres, compared with 330 litres in the Proton X50. That is a 195-litre advantage for the EV.
