Proton S70 Sedan Production Begins in Malaysia

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01 Nov 2023

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Proton S70 Sedan Production Begins in Malaysia

Malaysian automaker Proton has officially commenced the production of its latest sedan, the S70, which was previously spotted without camouflage during the filming of its TV commercial last month. Additionally, starting from November 1, 2023, customers in Malaysia can place orders for this Geely Emgrand-based sedan by paying a booking fee of RM500.

Four Variants of Proton S70

The Proton S70 will be offered in four different variants, namely the 1.5T Executive, 1.5T Premium, 1.5T Flagship, and 1.5T Flagship X. Despite sharing its platform with the Proton X50 (Geely Binyue), it is positioned as a C-segment offering, as indicated by the "70" suffix in its name.

Dimensions and Comparison

In terms of dimensions, the Proton S70 measures 4,638 mm in length, 1,822 mm in width, and 1,460 mm in height, making it longer, wider, and taller than the 12th generation Toyota Corolla. However, it features a slightly shorter wheelbase of 2,650 mm compared to the Corolla's 2,700 mm.

Exterior and Interior Features

The S70 closely resembles its donor vehicle, the Geely Emgrand, with only minor cosmetic variations, such as a redesigned front grille and the addition of Proton lettering at the rear. Inside, there is a prominent floating touchscreen on the dashboard and a distinct steering wheel compared to the Emgrand, while the overall cabin design remains faithful to the donor model.

Engine and Transmission

Proton has not yet disclosed the full specifications of the S70. However, it has been confirmed that the sedan will be equipped with a 1.5L turbocharged engine and a dual-clutch transmission. There is speculation that the S70 may receive the same 1.5L turbocharged three-cylinder turbo unit found in the Proton X70, generating 175 hp and 255 Nm, coupled with a 7-speed DCT gearbox.

A formal launch of the Proton S70 sedan is anticipated in the coming weeks, and more information will be made available in due course.

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