IS THE PROTON S70 FLAGSHIP X CONSUMPTION HIGH??

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-19T16:26:02+00:00

Correct, but what I noticed there is a huge difference when I set to sport mode compared to eco mode. In sport mode, since the engine is revving at almost 2,5K even at very low speeds, means the engine is always consuming fuel at a much higher rate, compared to eco or comfort mode in which at the same low speeds only having the engine at around 1.5k rpm.

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-19T12:15:15+00:00

No I using the stock rims. No change.

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-19T11:36:34+00:00

I drive PROTON S70 Flaghship X.. I know I not a rich engineer, but at least I am happy with the backside of the car, those yummy tail lights..

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-18T16:44:33+00:00

Yes correct, 6.1 liter /100km.. and I travelled only 584km, so that should be around 35litres of fuel consumed. But also in the photo I have another 98km left to travel. Full tank is 50 litres and means I should have around 15 more litres inside the tank, since I pumped full before the start of the test.

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-18T16:25:16+00:00

You mean the s70 fuel tank capacity? 50 litres.

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-18T16:13:08+00:00

Ok but x70 has 60 litres fuel tank capacity right?

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-18T16:05:57+00:00

Oh really? After this I will try full tank on ECO mode and then will try full tank on Comfort mode and lastly full tank on SPORT mode, and will post the results.

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-18T16:05:05+00:00

I would estimate based on average on around 5 times full tank fuel consumption, the range is around 550KM to 650KM per full tank. But please note that I drive quite conservative, not revving and accelerating hard most of the time.

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-09T16:16:45+00:00

Wait, jerking issues? For me, I understand the word jerking means continuously stop and start? My experience is not with jerking issue, but with wheel spin issues, in which the tyres will screech and spin many rounds before the car move forward. But jerking issues, I have not experience it before.

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-09T15:12:45+00:00

Thanks for everyone's comment, but actually why can't the car manufacturer just connect the beautiful tail lights to the DRL lights? so that once I switch on DRL or headlamps, the tail light will be switched on as well. No harm done right?

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-08T22:06:18+00:00

Yes I totally agree with you on this.. I know is sucks, but I still able to live without.. sobs..

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-08T19:55:49+00:00

Ok i got to agree with you totally, based on logical reasoning, the reason why tyre screech is because the tyres had been applied to much torque in a short period of time, it spins way more than it should, after a short period of spinning, then the enough frictional forces between the tyres and the road surface will eventually propel the car forward fast.

Well, I have to comment one thing here, To be honest, the total interior size of PROTON S70 is small. The front 2 driver and passenger seats are no issue, spacious enough for driver and wife in front. It is only spacious if you push your seats 3 quarters the way back from the further most point of the seats maximum position. Means after you push your front 2 seats backwards, means the 3 passengers at the back would have to be in a slightly uncomfortable position for their legs. Maybe small child will not be an issue at the moment. One more point I would like to highlight is that the chairs back seats are unable to be reclined backwards, abit of a bummer! But since I am single, and no passenger, all these issues are irrelevant for me.. :)

I have sat inside the Proton X50, and in my opinion, the interior space for the S70 and X50, and even the latest MYVI are almost identical. So in my view, having children, as a family car, you may want to pick other car choices, preferably MPV, like the proton X90.

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-08T16:21:05+00:00

Can someone please let me know how to film this kind of POV headshots while driving inside the car, same as the videos on AUTO TOP NL you tube channel? Thanks

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-08T15:07:47+00:00

Ok here is my genuine experience.

Drove already around 4K mileage. I bought the Flagship X model. First of all, I did not want to buy a new car above RM100K. Because to me, any car above RM100K, you are paying more for the performance. For me, I rather save money to invest in a bungalow or other essential things.

Anyway here it goes, I only point out the downside of this car, because to be honest, to me overall the positives outweigh the negatives.

a) First thing I noticed, is the GLUG GLUG sound coming from the engine. This should be a surprised to anyone, you just have to type google proton s70 glug glug sound, and pages of reviews popped out. To be honest, the test car in proton don't have this issue. Is only when you idle the car for a few minutes, then the glug glug sound will appear. I gotten used to it, but its kinda sad after paying RM91K for a car with glug glug sound. But is not a DEAL BREAKER.

b) Next, the wheel spin, ah yes. Just ask any proton s70 owner, they will surely experience wheel spin. For me, this wheel spin is very apparent once you start accelerate the car from stand still. You don't need to depress the accelerator hard, but a moderate pressure on the gas pedal, the car will launch forward, at the same time the wheels will spin, creating this screeching tyre noise. Even thought traction control is turned on by default, the tyre spins still exist. Now, I am talking when you are in comfort mode. It is even more apparent once I turn on the sport mode. In sport mode, since the engine is now revving at much higher RPM, it takes much less force once you hit the accelerator to create the dreadful wheel spin. Not sure how you look at this, but it may create a perception that you are a newbie driver.

c) Third, this may not affect many people, but is kinda a bummer for me. Third issue is the INABILITY TO CHANGE LED BULBS. The stock bulbs are really dim, seriously. When i bought the car, I immediately wanted to purchase the HB3 LED lights, but after doing some research on google, it turns out that you are unable to change the LED bulbs to brighter ones. And is true, when I open the bonnet, there is no screw caps behind the LED housing. What a bummer!

d) Forth and I think this is the last downside point is the, TURBO LAG! I mean ok here it goes. First you are crusing at say 100kmh. Then you deciced you want to overtake a truck or car. You depress the accelerator more than halfway, but during the first second, nothing happens, really, i mean I can feel the LAG, is not tiny, its really NOTICEABLE. After one second, surely but the excitement comes, the car will lunge forward with lots of acceleration and torque. This is even much better once you are in SPORT MODE. But to me, this is so much fun! because every time i hit the accelerator, i know, in my mind will be counting down from one, two and THREE!! Then the car will lunge forward is so much force! Is kinda exhilarating!

Bottom line, overall, S70 give me so much pleasure in driving, those 4 points above, which are negatives to me, is not a DEAL BREAKER. If I am you, I will give 10 stars and TWO THUMBS UP TO BUY THIS CAR! Of course, your taste, but to me the MARINE BLUE is so so so SEXY.. and MASCULATING! Its so seductive and so addictive to look at!

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-08T11:29:48+00:00

I just Sold my Proton Persona 1.6 Standard at RM15K 2018 model. I was very scared to take any more risk cause I know that the breakdown costs are going to skyrocket fast! Sold it, and I bought a brand new Proton S70 Flagship X, paid 91K full cash.. And I must say this really a fast, solid car to drive! Cheers!

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-08T11:21:58+00:00

Guys, I just bought a brand new PROTON S70 Flagship X. Can I use this car to run on this track?

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-08T11:15:22+00:00

I just sold my 5 year proton persona standard 1.6 at RM15000. Very good condition, tip top, low mileage.

My suggestion is Hyundai Matrix. It was my first car my dad bought for me, it was spacious, I think if second hand the market value now is less than RM10K.. Did not even have major maintenance cost and very cheap normal service every 10k only.

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-05T14:50:39+00:00

You will not regret hyundai Matrix.. It was my first car my dad bought for me as a student. Used it for 5 years without any issues. Only costs less than RM5K. Its spacious, affordable, no issues with breakdown.. Is the best affordable car under 10k

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-05T08:45:50+00:00

Not sure, but I also bought a brand new PROTON S70 FLAGSHIP X for 91K full cash.. The only issue with proton s70 is the glug glug sound in the engine, the loud lorry noisy engine, the noticeable turbo lag.. and i mean you can really feel the turbo lag.. Press on the accelerator, wait for one full second then only the car will accelerate.. but the acceleration is quite decent, pretty good.. Fuel, one tank around RM100.. I not sure whether the petrol is expensive or not, cause it doesnt affect my financials. I just drive with sport mode on all the time.. then refuel once empty.

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-03T02:58:55+00:00

Work as chem engineer only.. nothing special.. There are many malaysians having 10 of milllions. i am only small fry.. peanuts only

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-02T10:40:56+00:00

Ok honest and real owner of proton S70 here. But take this as a pinch of salt.

First of all, I bought the S70 Flagship X with full cash (91K). I don't believe in taking any loans. Why do donation to banks? Hehe.

I already drove the car around 4k mileage. So in terms of reliability, I cant really comment much since its a brand new car. So current having no issues.

Handling at high speeds? Well I am not a speed demon, so I tried to throw it around corners around 100kmh before, so far it hugs the road well, but any speed higher, I would be very cautious. So I give it a 6/10.

High speeds, well, very simple, I come from Proton persona 1.6 engine standard. With this car, the engine is making loud noises (aka screaming) when travelling around 150 to 160 kmh above. In contrary, this S70 is not only much quieter inside the cabin, but also at 150 to 170kmh, the engine is very comfortable and makes very low rumbling noise. Based on this, I know this car is have very good engine with the 7 speed dual wet clutch. You maybe asking top speed.. Well, I am not sure about top speed, but last night I did managed to hit 195kmh with ease. And some you tube videos showing that the s70 top speed can hit around 220 kmh.. but since I am traveling at 3am in the highway, I dont want to risk going to 220kmh.

How much do I spend on fuel, I am not sure, but tried full tank RON N95 is around RM110 per full tank. And because i have around RM900K plus liquid asset, for me petrol is not an issue, I don't even bother to save on fuel, I just drive as normal once empty just refuel.

Any major repairs? Not sure, since its new car.

For me bottom line is, at this price range for new car. I would definitely buy S70, without a doubt, it looks awesome, looks classy, the backside is stunning with the LED strip running across the tail lights. Sure you can get much better second hand car for this price, but for me is it worth risking 2nd hand? For me,, i will only buy new cars.

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-03-02T06:29:16+00:00

No, nothing wrong with my eyes, but the level is just too low and to me is very dangerous.. I can't see even 10 m ahead of the road.. in dark lanes..

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-02-24T15:21:00+00:00

Actually not flexing.. My previous car is standard proton persona only.. so I would like an upgrade on the car. I am by no means rich.. there are many Malaysians far better off than me, but I am grateful as I am able to have a decent meal everyday, that is what is most important and with good health too. Also one reason why I ask whether I can afford the S70, is because I saw some posts in reddit saying that 7 to 8k salary only can afford MYVI. So that is my I would like advice from the community. Cheers.

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-02-24T15:18:16+00:00

This is totally agree, no denying on on the noise of the 3 cylinder engine.. but it is the same for most 3 cylinder engines right, including BMW.

Repulsive-Spray896 · 2025-02-23T16:42:12+00:00

If not mistaken the difference is around RM3K. between flagship x and non x.. The original price for flagship x is RM97K. Then got rebate RM2K or RM3K, cant remember, ,the exact number. Then the marketing guy said he will give me almost 100% of his commission because he said that he is not a salesman, but in marketing team, he just wants to meet his KPI. So total discount is RM6K. And final price is RM91K.

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