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Proton S70 selected as new national taxi under Teksi Madani programme

Malaysian Prime Minister YAB Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim recently launched the National Teksi Madani Renewal Programme at Dataran Merdeka.

The launch marked the beginning of a national initiative to renew and strengthen the nation’s taxi industry. It follows the earlier announcement of a 100% excise duty and sales tax exemption for taxi and private hire car owners purchasing new locally manufactured vehicles. The initiative aims to reduce the cost burden of new vehicle ownership and accelerate the nationwide renewal of the taxi fleet.

Additionally, the programme offers taxi drivers the opportunity to transition to vehicles that are more modern, safer, more comfortable, and of higher quality. At the same time, an additional allocation of RM10 million was announced for a matching grant programme to replace old vehicles with new ones.

Proton S70: The New Face of National Taxis

The Proton S70 was selected for its features that meet the operational requirements of public mobility, including a spacious cabin, a fuel-efficient engine, and smart connectivity technology. Furthermore, owners need not worry as there is an extensive network of Proton service centres across the nation.

Under the programme, eligible operators will be offered the Proton S70 Premium in an exclusive Ruby Red colour, replacing the traditional two-tone red-and-white livery. The sedan will also be fitted with the necessary additional hardware, including:

  • an LED panel displaying green Teksi/E-Hailing lettering
  • an additional meter display for transactions and advertisements
  • a special GET registration number (red lettering on a white background)
  • a unique decal on the C-pillars

Furthermore, the new S70 taxis will no longer feature the conventional roof-mounted taxi topper or operator labels on the doors.

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2026 Proton S70: Bookings open February 7, new engine with 181 PS, 290 Nm

Proton today announced that the 2026 Proton S70 sedan has officially arrived at 3S/4S showrooms across the country.

Bookings for the model will officially open starting February 7, with a booking fee of RM500.

 

Specifications

One of the major changes made to the S70 is the new 1.5-liter turbocharged inline 4-cylinder engine, which replaces the original 3-cylinder engine.

This new engine produces a power output of 181 PS and 290 Nm, paired with a 7-speed DCT gearbox.

The 0-100 km/h acceleration time is now just 7.5 seconds, with a fuel consumption rate of only 5.7 liters per 100 km.

In terms of exterior design, the S70 features revised headlights, daytime running lights (DRL), and 17-inch alloy wheels.

There is also an aerodynamic kit for a more stylish appearance.

The cabin is equipped with a 12.3-inch infotainment screen that now supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The S70 comes with 13 Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) features, which include functions such as:

  • Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)
  • Lane Keeping Assistance (LKA)
  • Rear Traffic Cross Alert (RCTA)

Since its launch, the Proton S70 has sold over 38,000 units.

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Proton records sales of 11,069 units in June 2025

In June 2025, Proton reported total sales of 11,069 units, bringing its year-to-date (YTD) sales figure to 72,156 units.

This positions Proton as the second-largest brand in the industry, despite a 21 percent decline in total industry volume (TIV) to 53,500 units compared to 68,007 units in May.

Proton’s market share for June is estimated at 20.7 percent, reflecting an increase of 1.1 percent compared to the previous month and up 1.2 percent from the YTD figure of 19.5 percent.

According to Proton, the decline in automotive sales in June was influenced by external factors such as increased tensions in the Middle East and the expansion of the Sales and Service Tax (SST), which negatively affected buyer sentiment.

So far, the Proton Saga continues to top the chart as Proton’s best-selling car with 5,206 units sold, followed by the Proton X50 (1,657 units), Proton S70 (1,402 units), Proton Persona (1,171 units), Proton X70 (533 units), Proton Iriz (288 units), and Proton X90 (174 units).

Meanwhile, the only EV model, the Proton e.MAS 7, concluded the first half of 2025 with 4,253 units sold in the domestic and export markets, achieving a 24 percent market share.

Proton’s vehicle exports surged by 56.8 percent to 414 units in June 2025 compared to June 2024, resulting in a total export figure for the first half of the year that increased by 39.9 percent to 2,250 units.

Proton anticipates that these figures will continue to rise as the Proton e.MAS 7 model is introduced in more countries in the future.

Returning to the local market, Proton is expected to launch the facelifted X50 model this July, featuring changes in design, engine specifications, and enhancements to the ADAS 2.0 system.

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Proton offers more car model options for Grab drivers

Proton continues to expand its strategic partnership with Grab Malaysia by introducing more car model options to meet the needs of drivers on this e-hailing platform.

This collaboration follows the success of the previous campaign, “Saga Power Up for Grab Driver-Partners,” which was launched in November 2024.

Apart from the Proton Saga, Grab driver partners can choose to acquire the Proton S70 sedan and the premium model range of the X Series (Proton X50, Proton X70, and Proton X90), tailored under the GrabCar Plus and GrabCar (6-seater) categories.

This collaboration also offers attractive incentives, such as cash rebates of up to RM13,000, as well as a 5 percent service discount for the first two years or up to 40,000 km.

It also provides petrol support worth RM500 to ease initial ownership operating costs.

Ong Chee Wooi, Deputy Sales Director of Proton EDAR, stated, “This strengthened collaboration with Grab Malaysia is an important step in reinforcing the e-hailing sector. PROTON is pleased to offer the S70 model and the premium X series to Grab driver partners.

“For gig workers, this comprehensive program not only provides exclusive advantages but also guarantees reliability and affordable maintenance – crucial factors for those who use their vehicles as the primary tool for earning a living.”

Rashid Shukor, Director of Country Operations and Mobility at Grab Malaysia, said, “We are pleased to strengthen our collaboration with PROTON, which reflects our ongoing commitment to providing flexible opportunities for Malaysians.

“This initiative has made it easier for our driver partners to acquire vehicles, enabling them to generate income and support their families while meeting the growing demand from passengers.

“With the expansion of this collaboration – including the S70 model and the premium X series – driver partners now have the opportunity to enhance their driving experience, upgrade their vehicles, and meet the diverse needs of customers. We hope to continue moving forward together in building a future that is more inclusive and full of opportunities for all.”

 

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Proton sales increase by 13.6 percent in October, Saga remains best-selling model

In October, Proton recorded sales of 12,799 units for both domestic and export markets, marking a 13.6 percent increase compared to the previous month.

This brings Proton’s year-to-date (YTD) sales total to 125,557 units, placing the national car brand second in the country’s automotive sales rankings.

Among the total sales, the Proton Saga remains a popular choice among buyers, with 6,112 units sold, bringing its YTD total to 60,178 units.

Proton is also hopeful that the Saga’s sales will surpass 70,000 units for the second consecutive year this year.

Although the Saga did not lead its segment, three other Proton models maintained top positions in their respective segments.

The Proton X50 emerged as the best-selling SUV in the B segment last month, with 2,122 units sold, while the Proton S70 returned to the top as the best-selling C segment sedan with sales of 1,432 units.

Proton’s flagship model, the X90, continued to lead sales in the D segment SUV category, recording a total of 245 units sold last month.

At the same time, Proton revealed that its first electric vehicle (EV), the e.MAS 7, will be officially launched next month (December 2024).

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Here’s the Proton S70 R3 race car, see it at Malaysia Autoshow 2024

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Here, ladies and gentlemen, presenting the racing machine Proton S70 R3 set to compete in the Sepang 1000km (S1k) event.

If you wish to get a closer look at this Proton S70 R3, you can visit the Malaysia Autoshow 2024 at Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS) from May 22 to 26 as it will be displayed to the public for the first time.

The S70 R3 is Proton R3’s first all-new racing car since the Saga R3 in 2019, marking the brand’s return to the S1k race. To date, Proton R3 has secured five victories, surpassing other teams, including three consecutive wins from 2017 to 2019.

Still under development, the showcased car displays the latest evolution of an aerodynamic package customized for this racing car. Two new car units will be competed by the team in this year’s S1k race.

“Proton has a long history in motorsports, starting with the original Proton Saga, and our involvement increased with the establishment of Proton R3 in 2003,” said Roslan Abdullah, Deputy CEO of Proton.

“Since then, we have competed and won in various competitions globally with models such as the Proton Satria, Waja, Suprima S, Iriz, and the latest Saga.

“Now with the Proton S70 R3, we are achieving another milestone in our legacy, not only marking the return of the Proton name to the S1K event but also introducing the first racing car based on a model co-developed by Proton and Geely,” he added.

Buyers and visitors can enhance their experience at Malaysia Autoshow 2024 with exclusive promotions and rewards from Proton during the event. Visitors making direct bookings for Proton models will receive exclusive gifts such as sunshades, toll readers, and wireless chargers for selected models.

Special promotions are also offered specifically for bookings made at Malaysia Autoshow with registration before June 30, 2024. This includes two years of free maintenance for X50, X70, and X90 models, as well as an RM500 cash voucher for S70, Saga, and Persona models.

There is also the Test Drive Lucky Spin where participants can spin the lucky wheel to win exclusive Proton merchandise after test-driving Proton models.

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Proton S70 officially launched – 4 variants, priced from RM73,800

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IT’S safe to say that many have been waiting for the arrival of the newest sedan from Proton, especially considering that the last time the national car maker brought a sedan to the market was the Persona back in 2016.

The wait ends today with the official launch of the Proton S70, which enters the Malaysian market as the fourth Proton model to be jointly developed with Geely after the X70, X50 dan X90.

As previously reported, the S70 will be available in four variants, namely Executive, Premium, Flagship, and Flagship X.

All four variants feature a combination of a 1.5-litre turbocharged three-cylinder engine and a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) that produces 150 PS and 226 Nm of torque.

Note that this is the same port-injected engine and transmission used in the X50 Standard, Executive, and Premium models. The 1.5-litre TGDi engine with 177 PS and 255 Nm, found in the X50 Flagship and the new X70, is not offered in the S70, at least for the time being.

Built on the B-Segment Modular Architecture (BMA) platform, the S70 measures 4,602 mm in length, 1,809 mm in width, 1,466 mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,637 mm, making it slightly smaller than the Geely Emgrand it is based on.

In terms of equipment, the entry-level Executive variant comes with six airbags, Lane Change Assist, electronic parking brake, 16-inch alloy wheels, fabric seats, and an 8-inch infotainment screen.

The Premium adds LED headlights, rear light bars, leatherette upholstery, automatic air conditioning, and reverse camera.

The Flagship offers more additional features, including ADAS, tyre pressure monitoring system, 17-inch alloy wheels, a 10.3-inch digital instrument cluster, power adjustment for the driver’s seat, a 12.3-inch infotainment screen, wireless charger, and a 360-degree camera with a 3D display.

The range-topping Flagship X only offers one additional feature over the Flagship, which is a sunroof.

Safety-wise, the Flagship and Flagship X variants come with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) with 13 safety systems:

  • Autonomous Emergency Braking
  • Forward Collision Warning
  • Adaptive Cruise Control dengan Stop & Go
  • Intelligent Cruise Control
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Lane Departure Prevention
  • Lane Centering Control
  • Traffic Sign Information
  • Intelligent High Beam Control
  • Lane Change Assist
  • Door Opening Warning
  • Rear Collision Warning
  • Rear Cross Traffic Alert

There are seven colour options available. Snow White and Space Grey are available for all four variants, while Armour Silver and Passion Red are only offered for the Premium and Flagship.

Marine Blue and Teal Bayou Green are exclusive to the Flagship and Flagship X, and Quartz Black is exclusive to the Flagship X.

Selling prices start from RM73,800 for the Executive, RM79,800 for the Premium, RM89,800 for the Flagship, and RM94,800 for the Flagship X.

The standard package for the S70 includes a five-year unlimited mileage warranty, a 1GB per month data package for five years, free labor for six times, financing interest rates from 2.34 percent, and Proton Insurance Program.

Additionally, the first 3,000 owners who register their cars before February 29, 2024, will receive an aero body kit worth RM3,130 (Flagship X only), a RM500 service voucher (Premium and Flagship only), and an upgraded Proton insurance program.