2025-01-15 · 5 min read
Proton X70 — First Geely-Era Proton SUV
X70 gen 1: 2018. Based on Geely Boyue. 1.8T TGDI + 7-speed wet DCT or 6AT (2022+ facelift). FWD or AWD. First Proton with premium feel and ADAS. Geely partnership changed Proton quality perception.
- X70 Gen 1 (2018–2021): 7-speed DCT or 6-speed Aisin AT; Geely Boyue-based
- X70 facelift (2022+): revised infotainment, same drivetrain, updated ADAS
Proton Model Generations — Malaysia Guide
Proton's model range spans pre-Geely (Saga BVT 2016+, Persona 2016+, Exora) and post-Geely partnership (X50, X70, X90, S70). Post-Geely models use the 1.5T TGDI engine and 7DCT — a significant quality jump. When buying used, note: X50 (2020+) brought ADAS, DSTC, and keyless; X70 (2018+) was the first major Geely-platform model; S70 (2023+) is a C-segment sedan built on ERPF. Pre-Geely models (Saga/Persona) are simpler and cheaper to maintain but lack modern safety features.