- 100kW motor variant of Malaysia’s best-selling EV created specifically for overseas markets
SUBANG JAYA, 12 January 2026 – PROTON has begun 2026 by strengthening its export strategy with the introduction of a 100kW variant of the Proton e.MAS 7 at the Singapore Motorshow, expanding its electric vehicle line-up less than six months after the brand’s return to the market. Having emerged as Malaysia’s best-selling EV in 2025, the e.MAS 7 now anchors PROTON’s export-led EV strategy.
The launch was attended by Mr Will Wan Wei, Vice President of Proton International Corporation Sdn Bhd (PICSB), and Vincent Tan, Chief Executive Officer of VINCAR Group, underscoring the strong collaboration between both parties supporting PROTON’s continued expansion in Singapore.
Singapore marks next phase of PROTON’s export-led EV expansion
Following its return to Singapore in 2025, PROTON continues to build momentum in the market through the expansion of its e.MAS model line-up. The positive response to the Proton e.MAS 7 160kW variant, with strong market demand and limited units remaining, provides a solid foundation for the introduction of a lower-powered variant tailored to local demand. This move marks the next phase of PROTON’s market development strategy and reflects a carefully planned, evolving product roadmap supporting its export-led EV expansion.
Developed for overseas markets, the Proton e.MAS 7 100kW variant allows the model to be positioned in the more affordable COE Category A while retaining its core strengths in performance, safety and usability, supporting wider EV adoption in the market. The move also aligns with PROTON’s stated aim to reach 330,000 units by 2030, with 30% of volume accounted for by export markets.
Building momentum for PROTON’s electric vehicle portfolio overseas
The Proton e.MAS 7 combines core strengths in design, performance, safety and intelligent technology, supported by an extensive 3S and 4S network to give confidence to customers new to electric vehicles. With an ASEAN NCAP score of 92.57 points, the highest in its segment, the model established credibility that underpins the e.MAS brand and paved the way for the successful introduction of future models such as the Proton e.MAS 5.
The strong reception towards the e.MAS brand in Malaysia confirms the strength of the product and gave us the confidence the Proton e.MAS 7 could spearhead Proton’s overseas expansion in 2025. With 6,000 total units exported last year, export sales are growing exponentially and while the Proton e.MAS 7 was the third most popular model, it’s inclusion in the lineup paved the way to return to markets such as Singapore where EV’s have a significant cost advantage over ICE equivalents.
“The introduction of the 100kW model for export markets demonstrates Proton’s readiness and adaptability to local regulatory needs and market demands, and going forwards, it will be rolled out to other markets should there be a need for it. For 2026 we plan to grow export sales by strengthening our presence in current markets, exploring new countries, and introducing the latest Proton ICE and EV model offerings,” said Edmund Lim Meng Thong, Chief Executive Officer of Proton International Corporation.
The Proton e.MAS 7 100kW variant can viewed at the Singapore Motorshow from 8 – 11 January. Customers who place a booking during the event will receive a special introductory rebate of SGD6,000.
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