Proton launches e.MAS 5 EV in Singapore, strengthens regional EV presence

KUALA LUMPUR: After introducing the e.MAS 7 last year, Proton has now launched its second electric vehicle, the e.MAS 5, in Singapore. VINCAR Group, the official distributor of Proton e.MAS vehicles in the island nation, offers the compact EV in a single Premium variant, priced at SGD 158,988 (RM 501,900).

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Singapore is one of the most competitive automotive markets in Southeast Asia. The launch of the second Proton e.MAS EV in the country shows the brand’s capability to compete in markets with a well-developed ecosystem and high customer expectations.

This launch also highlights the increasing role of Proton e.MAS within the wider Proton business, helping it expand into international markets and creating new export opportunities for Malaysian-developed mobility solutions.

Proton e.MAS 5 in Singapore

As mentioned above, the Proton e.MAS 5 is offered in a single Premium variant in the island nation. The model is powered by a rear-mounted electric motor generating a maximum power of 116 PS and a peak torque of 150 Nm. Feeding the motor is a 40.16-kWh LFP battery, which offers a cruising range of 325 km (on the WLTP cycle). The EV supports 6.6 kW AC and 71 kW DC charging; the latter can replenish 30 to 80% battery in just 21 minutes. 

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Buyers of the Proton e.MAS 5 in Singapore can enjoy a range of benefits, including

• Charging credit
• S$5,000 ownership benefits
• Zero downpayment
• 10-year battery warranty
• Cross-border warranty
• Complimentary Malaysia-Singapore data roaming

"Expanding the Proton e.MAS model lineup in Singapore showcasing PROTON’s determination to excel in PROTON's export journey and demonstrates the growing confidence in Malaysian automotive products beyond our borders," said Edmund Lim Meng Thong, Chief Executive Officer of Proton International Corporation.

"The introduction of the Proton e.MAS 5 follows the encouraging reception received by the Proton e.MAS 7 and reflects our long-term commitment to building export volume to meet our long-term goals. It also positions PROTON as a brand that is able to offer products that combine advanced technology, safety and value to a regional audience, opening the doors to further expanding our reach."

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