The first product to be born of the Proton-Geely partnership, the X70, has been in the market since December 2018.

During that period, it has received several updates to keep things fresh but for the 2025 model, Proton has given the SUV more comprehensive improvements.

Here’s what you need to know about the Proton X70 2025:

It is available in four variants, namely Standard, Executive, Premium, and Premium X.

Proton says the facelift model features 360 new components, with the R&D process taking 290,000 hours. Road tests have been conducted covering a distance of 4.2 million km.

The X70 2025 boasts a fresher carried over from the Geely Boyue facelift 2022. In addition to new LED lights, it comes with a larger grille with diamond-like studs, as well as a redesigned hood, front and rear bumpers, as well as tailgate.

It also gets newly designed 19-inch alloy wheels for the Premium and Premium X, and 18-inch for the Executive.

Five colours to choose from: Snow White, Amour Silver, Jet Grey, Ruby Red, and the new Marine Blue.

The dashboard now features a piano black panel with 72-colour “rhythmic” ambient lighting.

Placed in the center of the dashboard is a new 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen. For the first time for Proton, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are onboard.

Additionally, the X70 2025 receives a new steering wheel, a new display on the LCD meter panel, and Nappa leather upholstery in Stone Grey.

In terms of features, the X70 now comes with Walk Away Auto Lock, while its powered tailgate now has the Nearby Auto Open function for hands-free operation.

ADAS is available on the Premium and Premium X variants. It includes several new features such as Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Intelligent Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Departure Prevention, Lane Centering Control, Traffic Sign Information, and Rear Collision Warning.

All variants are powered by a 1.5-litre TGDI three-cylinder engine producing 5,500 rpm and 255 Nm from 1,500-4,000 rpm. It is paired with a seven-speed DCT transmission.

With improvements in areas such as combustion efficiency, thermal management, and friction reduction, Proton claims the engine achieves a fuel consumption of 7.3 litres/100 km, which is 4% better than the X70 2022.

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National automaker Proton has today announced that the eagerly awaited X70 2025 is now open for booking.

Those interested can place their bookings for the SUV at any Proton 3S and 4S showroom with a deposit of RM500.

The latest upgraded version of Proton’s first SUV features a significantly refreshed exterior together with enhanced performance boosting both its aesthetic and driving appeal experience.

Nearly six years after it pioneered the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) for premium C-segment SUVs, the 2025 X70 is upgraded with Level 2 ADAS for improved safety and convenience.

Another notable feature is the 12.3-inch infotainment head unit equipped with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity.

The PROTON Link app has the extended capability to start the engine remotely to cool down the vehicle.

The interior has been updated with Nappa leather seats in stone grey and multicolour rhythmic ambient light. Additional details will be revealed during the official launch soon.

Similar to the 2024 X50, the soon-to-launched 2025 X70 will have an amazing price and early bird package to award the customers for their trust and support.