Despite concerns voiced by some netizens regarding its range, the Proton eMAS 5 (stylised as e.MAS 5) has proven to be an instant hit, with Proton announcing that its second fully electric model (EV) has already secured 10,000 bookings nationwide since its launch two weeks ago.
Breaking down the numbers, Proton states the majority of bookings come from the Central Region, followed by the Southern and Northern Regions. The national carmaker added that demand for the eMAS 5 in the East Coast and East Malaysia is on an upward trend.
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Furthermore, Proton states the majority of eMAS 5 customers are working professionals who selected the EV hatch as their primary daily vehicle, while a “significant number” of buyers purchased the eMAS 5 for use as a secondary household car.
Launched in two variants: Prime and Premium, priced from RM59,800 to RM72,800, the Proton eMAS 5 is the nation’s first EV to be priced under the RM100,000 mark. To sweeten the deal, Proton is offering an exclusive launch rebate worth RM3,000, valid until 31st December 2025. This effectively drops the price for the two variants down to RM56,800 and RM69,800 respectively.
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The Proton eMAS 5’s powertrain comprises a rear-mounted electric motor, which offers different outputs depending on the variant. On the Prime variant, the motor produces 79 hp (58 kW) and 130 Nm of torque. This is paired with a 30.12 kWh lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) battery pack, enabling a range of 225 km (WLTP).
The Premium variant’s motor increases outputs to 116 hp (85 kW) and 150 Nm of torque. It is also equipped with a larger 40.16 kWh LFP battery, which increases the range to 325 km (WLTP).
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AC charging specifications are shared by both variants, with 6.6 kW AC charging, taking 4.3 hours and 5.9 hours for a 10-80% recharge on the Prime and Premium variants, respectively. The Prime variant supports DC charging at 53 kW, while the Premium variant is rated at 71 kW. Both variants take 21 minutes for a 30-80% top-up.
Additionally, Proton is also offering special ownership packages worth up to RM8,000 in conjunction with the launch of the Proton eMAS 5. These are five exclusive power packages:
- Power Xchange – Eligible upon deregistration of a non-roadworthy vehicle worth RM2,000
- Power Online – Five years of unlimited internet data worth RM1,800
- Poer Financing – Five-year loan at 1.99% interest rate from Proton Commerce
- Power Home – Complimentary 7kW home charger worth RM1,500
- Power Trade-in – Trade-in rebate via Carsome worth RM1,500
For a closer look at the vehicle’s design and features, we have covered the Proton eMAS 5’s interior and exterior in detail during its launch, which you can read here.
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