More than 1 order every minute has been placed for the e.MAS 5 in the first 24 hours since bookings opened.
While there was to be little doubt regarding its popularity given its opening price tag of just RM 60,000, Proton has nevertheless just touted that it has already amassed 1,607 bookings for its e.MAS 5 in the 24 hours since the order books opened. And for those who are quick at math, it might have come to your attention that this works out to be more than 1 order every minute!
“We’re truly humbled by the overwhelming response from Malaysians for Proton e.MAS 5. Our mission has always been to make EV ownership accessible to all, and with the e.MAS 5, we’re turning that vision into reality. It’s truly Malaysia’s most affordable EV, built for the rakyat,” said Proton CEO Zhang Qiang.
The Proton e.MAS 5 officially opened for orders last Saturday. Two variants of this Geely-derived all-electric hatchback are available:
- Prime: RM 60,000 est.
- Premium: RM 80,000 est.
Both Prime and Premium variants are rear-wheel drive, powered by a single rear-mounted electric motor (making it the first-ever rear-wheel drive Proton). The Premium variant gets the larger battery and more powerful motor, as detailed below:
| Specification | Prime | Premium |
| Power | 79 PS (58 kW) | 116 PS (85 kW) |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 150 Nm |
| 0–50 km/h | 4.4 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 125 km/h | 135 km/h |
| Battery Capacity | 30.12 kWh LFP | 40.16 kWh LFP |
| Range (WLTP) | 225 km | 325 km |
| DC Charging | Unknown | 71 kW (30–80% in 21 mins) |
| AC Charging | 6.6 kW | 6.6 kW |
The full equipment list for the e.MAS 5 hasn’t been fully revealed just yet, but Proton has shared enough to give a rough idea of what to expect:
Exterior:
- LED headlights (Premium only)
- 15-inch steel wheels (Prime only)
- 16-inch alloy wheels (Premium only)
- Two-tone black roof (Premium only)
Interior:
- 14.6-inch central touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and integrated live charging map
- 8.8-inch fully digital driver’s display
- Two-spoke, two-tone leatherette steering wheel
- Crystal gear selector
- English and Malay voice assistant
- Flat rear passenger floor
- Six speakers (Premium only)
- Powered tailgate (Premium only)
For further details, there’s a comprehensive guide on Automacha about everything we know so far about the e.MAS 5. The link to it is available here.
As for those not yet on the bandwagon, Malaysians can register their interest for the e.MAS 5 through the official Proton e.MAS website, or make a booking directly at any of the 43 Proton e.MAS dealerships nationwide with a refundable RM99 booking fee. The first 5,000 bookings will be entitled to an exclusive launch package, which includes:
- A limited-edition e.MAS-branded Touch ‘n Go NFC card preloaded with RM 100
- A RM 500 booking rebate
