Honda Civic Type R
Honda Civic Type R
2.0L MT
RM 399,900
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Proton S70
Proton S70
1.5T Executive
RM 73,800
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Honda Civic Type R vs Proton S70 Comparison

The detailed Cars comparison of Honda Civic Type R and Proton S70, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The Honda Civic Type R priced at RM 399,900 while the Proton S70 Cars has a price tag of RM 73,800. Comparing the technical specifications, Proton S70 engine displacement is 1499 while the Honda Civic Type R houses a 1996 engine.

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Overview: Civic Type R vs Proton S70

Key Features

Transmission Type Manual Dual Clutch
Seating Capacity 5 Seats 5 Seats
Engine Displacement 1996 cc 1499 cc
Power 315 hp 148 hp

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.61/5
23 reviews
3.93/5
29 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • A car that wants you to push it

    Have you ever tried to keep an athlete calm during warm-ups? If not, well, that’s exactly how I felt driving the Civic Type R on the Malaysian...

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    Adam Dec 09, 2025 for Honda Civic Type R
  • Comfort, tech, and a touch of maturity

    The s70 feels like a breath of fresh air for Malaysian sedans. The 1.5 TGDI engine imparts brisk acceleration, especially while I was overtaking on...

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    Hafiz Dec 05, 2025 for Proton S70

From The Experts

Things we like

Powerful 2.0L VTEC Turbo Engine

Sleek, aerodynamic exterior design

Iconic red interior with sports seats

Cutting-edge technology and safety features

Limited-edition, exclusive availability

 

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Advanced tech & safety features standard

Varied trim options

Competitive pricing within its segment

Striking exterior design and color range

Generous warranty coverage.

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Things we don't like

Premium price point

Limited color options

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Limited rear-seat legroom

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume 410 L --
Front Tread 1626 mm --
Rear Tread 1614 mm --
Kerb Weight 1428 kg --
Length 4593 mm 4602 mm
Width 1890 mm 1809 mm
Height 1407 mm 1466 mm
Wheel Base 2735 mm 2627 mm
Turning Radius 5.9 m --
No Of Doors 5 4
Seating Capacity 5 Seats 5 Seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) -- 50 L
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Engine Details

Engine 2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 1.5L Petrol Engine, 3 Cylinder 12 Valve DOHC
Fuel Supply System Direct Injection MPI
No Of Cylinders 4 3
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Turbocharger/Supercharger Turbocharged Turbocharged
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Performance

Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Engine Displacement 1996 cc 1499 cc
Power 315 hp 148 hp
Torque 420 Nm 226 Nm
Acceleration 5.5 s --
Top Speed 272 kmph --
Fuel Consumption 8.3 --
RPM At Max Power 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
RPM At Max Torque 2600-4000 RPM 1750-4000 RPM
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Steering

Power Steering Yes Yes
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Adjustable Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Type Electric Power Electric Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Discs
Front Suspension Dual Axis Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Torsion Beam

Transmission

Transmission Type Manual Dual Clutch
Gear Box 6-Speed 7-Speed
Drive Type -- FWD

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheel Size 19 Inch 16 Inch
Tyre Size 265/30 ZR19 205/55 R16
Tyre Type Runflat Radial
Wheel Size ZR19 R16
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Safety

Advance Safety Feature Front Collision Warning, Lane Keep Assist Front Collision Warning, Lane Keep Assist Rear Collision Warning, Door Opening Warning, Lane Change Assist Rear Collision Warning, Door Opening Warning, Lane Change Assist
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes
Knee Airbags Yes --
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Front Parking Sensors Yes No
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes No
Park Assist No --
Hill-Start Assist Control Yes Yes
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Electric Parking Brake Yes Yes
Blind Spot monitor Yes --
Lane Departure Warning System Yes No
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes Yes
360 Camera -- No
Tyre Pressure Monitor -- No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert -- Yes
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Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Yes No
Rear A/C Vents Yes No
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Rear Seats No No
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Drive Mode Comfort, Sport Comfort, Sport Eco, Comfort, Sport Eco, Comfort, Sport
Central Console Armrest Yes --
Bottle Holder Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes No
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes No
Wireless Charger Yes No
Air Quality Control -- Yes
Ventilated Front Seats -- No
Rear Reading Lamp -- Yes
Memory Seats -- No
Additional Features -- Remote Engine Start Remote Engine Start
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 9 Inch 9 Inch 8 Inch 8 Inch
Apple Carplay/Android Auto Yes --
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
No Of Speakers 8 8 4 4
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No No
Touch Screen Yes Yes
Navigation System -- No
Voice Control -- No
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size 10.2 Inch 10.2 Inch --
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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes --
Heated Seats - Rear No No
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes No
Leather Steering Wheel Yes No
Folding Table Rear No No
Foldable Rear Seat Yes Yes
Seat Upholstery Fabric Fabric Fabric Fabric
Adjustable Headrest -- Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat -- Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats -- No
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes No
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rain Sensing Wiper Yes --
Rear Window Wiper Yes No
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED Halogen Halogen
Daytime Running Lights LED LED LED LED
Taillight Type LED LED Bulb Bulb
Rear Spoiler Yes --
Removable Convertible Top No No
Side Stepper No No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Rear Window Washer -- No
Rear Window Defogger -- Yes
Sun Roof -- No
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Interior

Ambient Light Yes No
Sun Visors Yes Yes

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Honda Civic Type R vs Proton S70 FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between Honda Civic Type R vs Proton S70?

Civic Type R is priced at RM 399,900 and S70 is priced at RM 73,800. Hence S70 is the cheapest amongst these cars.

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Which Car has more power between Honda Civic Type R vs Proton S70?

The Honda Civic Type R has power of 315 hp with 420 Nm torque and Proton S70 has power of 148 hp with 226 Nm torque. Thus making Civic Type R the more powerful as compared to S70.

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Which Car has more safety features between Honda Civic Type R vs Proton S70?

Civic Type R safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Knee Airbags, Door Ajar Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Front Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Hill-Start Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Electric Parking Brake, Blind Spot monitor, Lane Departure Warning System and Speed Sensing Door Locks

S70 safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Door Ajar Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Hill-Start Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Electric Parking Brake, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Speed Sensing Door Locks

The Honda Civic Type R has higher number of sefety features than S70, hence Honda Civic Type R is more safer than Proton S70.

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Which Car has more comfort features between Civic Type R vs S70?

Civic Type R comfort features: Air Conditioner, Automatic Climate Control, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Adaptive Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Vanity Mirror, Automatic Headlamps and Wireless Charger

S70 comfort features: Air Conditioner, Air Quality Control, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Cup Holders-Front, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp and Vanity Mirror

The Honda Civic Type R has higher number of comfort features than S70, hence Honda Civic Type R is more comfortable than Proton S70.

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What is Civic Type R vs S70 dimension size comparison?

The Civic Type R dimension are 4593 mm length, 1890 mm width, 1407 mm height while the S70 Dimensions are 4602 mm length, 1809 mm width, 1466 mm height. Hence, the S70 is more longer, Civic Type R is more wider and S70 is more higher.

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