Malaysia's national carmaker returned to Singapore in 2025 after an 11-year absence, this time leading with electric. Its e.MAS range is distributed here by VINCAR Group.
At Cars&TechSG we've driven the e.MAS 7, the car that brought the badge back: a fully electric crossover with 214hp, a 461L boot, a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating and a cabin that feels well above its price. Every review is honest, and aimed at buyers who want the real picture before they commit.
Proton's electric comeback car, driven on local roads.
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A 12-in-1 integrated drive system weighing under 85kg, 320Nm from the off, and a 0.275 drag coefficient. Inside there's a 15.4-inch 2.5K touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 13.8-inch head-up display, a 16-speaker surround sound system, front seats that recline into a rest mode, and 33 storage compartments. Level 2 driver assistance and six airbags come as standard.
The two e.MAS 7 variants, side by side. Swipe the table on mobile.
| Spec | e.MAS 7 Prime | e.MAS 7 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 160kW (≈214hp) | 160kW (≈214hp) |
| Torque | 320Nm | 320Nm |
| 0–100km/h | 6.9s | 7.1s |
| Battery | 49.52kWh | 60.22kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | ~345km | ~410km |
| Peak DC charging | 100kW | 100kW |
| Boot | 461L | 461L |
| COE | Cat B | Cat B |
| Road tax / year | S$1,853 | S$1,853 |
Green marks where the variants differ. Figures from our e.MAS 7 review; DC charging covers 30–80% in about 20 minutes.
The numbers behind Proton's return to Singapore.
Common questions from buyers researching Proton — answered from real driving experience.
Proton's electric ambitions have taken a major step forward with the e.MAS 7, a fully electric crossover that blends strong performance, impressive practicality, and an unexpectedly premium feel. This isn't the Proton many remember — it's sharper, better built, and ready to compete in the mainstream EV segment.
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