Proton X70 ; Dedicated Discussion, Owner/ Fan Club Thread

salik990 (salik990) 2020-12-11 10:55:06 +0500 #142

Can't find the X70 size comparison between Sportage n Tuscon but in Malaysia Honda CR-V n Mazda CX-5 is more popular in small SUV.

fazalwahab11375 (fazalwahab11375) 2020-12-11 10:56:43 +0500 #143

Sir read the opening post. I compare it with Sportage and Tucson is just a little more than Tucson and within an inch of difference

fazalwahab11375 (fazalwahab11375) 2020-12-11 10:57:41 +0500 #144

𝐅𝐎𝐎𝐓𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐓:
X70 is based on Geely NL Modular platform which is flexible architecture and can be used by multiple models depending on use. X70 is 4519mm long, 1831 mm wide and 1694 mm high. Wheel base of 2670 mm while ground clearance is not confirmed but seems around 180 mm. For understating the size I will share Sportage dimensions which 4484 mm long , 1855 wide and 1635 mm high while ground clearance is 172mm. So, basically X70 is slightly bigger on outer dimensions comparing Sportage. X70 has a 60 liter fuel tank while Sportage has capacity for 2 extra liters.

salik990 (salik990) 2020-12-11 10:59:57 +0500 #145

Actually I was looking for table or picture side by side comparison. Is there any size comparison with MG hs and Glory 580 Pro.

salik990 (salik990) 2020-12-11 11:06:31 +0500 #146

There was no paddle shifter of DCT gearbox which was slightly disappointment.

salik990 (salik990) 2020-12-11 11:18:49 +0500 #147

i was told by the dealership owner trying their best to bring the price down to 5.2m from 5.4m for premium 2wd. so i guess the 2nd variants awd executive will be below 5m.

salik990 (salik990) 2020-12-11 11:29:29 +0500 #148

not big differences in exterior size, i have Sportage as well so for me interior space is more important. I felt the front space is more but the rear is somehow same as sportage rear.

homayoon (homayoon) 2020-12-12 22:50:30 +0500 #149

Faw momentum motors is being converted into Proton momentum motors, according to staff the car will be displayed on 15th however, the building is nowhere near completion...

wasiqshahab94 2020-12-14 20:31:54 +0500 #150

X70 launching on December 18th, 9:00 pm.

wasiqshahab94 2020-12-16 18:34:36 +0500 #151

hussain182 (hussain182) 2020-12-16 19:19:46 +0500 #152

New entrants wholeheartedly embracing ‘own’ culture.

AABBDDuullaahh (AABBDDuullaahh) 2020-12-16 20:08:49 +0500 #153

So, if its true, there goes the hopes of getting a slightly affordable C-segment SUV.
I fail to understand, what makes them think they'll compete against the koreans, with their Malaysian made Chinese product - at a price well above competition.
I mean tucson fwd costs 5.1 whereas sportage 4.9, and since sportage has enjoyed good sales; regular maintenance parts are available for both, since they share the same mechanicals: why would one be paying a premium price for this proton?
If features are the only selling point, why not buy an MG that offers better looks, and actually a useful bunch of driver assistance features: especially that lane assist.

wasiqshahab94 2020-12-16 20:27:06 +0500 #154

To be fair, he said he bought the 'x70 Premium' at Rs5.5 Mn, which was expected. Lower variants will be cheaper.

homayoon (homayoon) 2020-12-16 23:24:19 +0500 #155

Seems to be incorrect as the dealership was in no shape two days back with no vehicle parked and he got the name of the dealership wrong as well. It was called FAW Momentum Motors...

fazalwahab11375 (fazalwahab11375) 2020-12-17 00:43:49 +0500 #156

As CBU there are only two variants. Executive AWD and Premium FWD.

faakhir19 (Faakhir Farooq) 2020-12-17 00:49:25 +0500 #157

salik990 (salik990) 2020-12-17 18:17:22 +0500 #158

Well i have Sportage awd for over a year n i had ride on Tuscon and also did checked MG hs as well but after seeing X70 Proton on launched it was really good compare to all the C-SUV. There's so many features given in X70 just like European cars and the price is worth it in 5.4m but the interior of MG i like the most but the seat of X70 with nappa leather is much better than all of the C-SUV. i have not driven or taken ride in X70 so i cant say anything about ride comfort despite it got the biggest wheel set 19" and about engine performance which is more on the paper but again its heaviest out of all other C-SUV as well. The X70 quality was really good no plasticy feel like in Tuscon, best part was voice command and the navigation which will have option on running data sim in future update. Keep in mind the gearbox and the engine is made by Geely/Volvo so dont think of inferior Chinese product.

AABBDDuullaahh (AABBDDuullaahh) 2020-12-17 19:06:55 +0500 #159

I am also of a similar view as yours.
But still, unable to digest the 5.4m price tag.
Have seen a CBU unit in white, and the paint quality was nothing extraordinary. The car has a shorter width and is slightly longer than tucson (a vehicle I own) and overall it gave an impression of a smaller vehicle.
I personally felt like 5.1 mil was the absolute max they should have demanded, but i guess it won't be the case.
Still obviously it's engine and transmission is the best of the lot, let's see how it's received here.
But unlike a proven record of Koreans in UAE/Saudia, there's nothing to back reliability claims for proton, except that 5yr warranty.

fazalwahab11375 (fazalwahab11375) 2020-12-17 19:21:24 +0500 #160

Warranty for mechanical parts under the hood is 100K/ 3 year.

5year is ONLY for window channels and motor.

salik990 (salik990) 2020-12-17 19:50:27 +0500 #161

I have seen grey and red on soft launched, never seen white n I think white won't be good as in other color like I have white sportage look best but in silver it doesn't but Tuscon look best in silver, It depend on the car shape.

Friends own the FAW dealer n soon to be Proton showroom/dealer was trying his best to be in 5.2m but the CEO of Al-Haj wasn't agreeing. I think it would sell a lot in 5.2m but in 5.4m it's a gamble.