Proton e.MAS 7, which debuted late last year, has been warmly received by the market—with over 4,500 orders already placed, it’s capturing the attention of many electric vehicle enthusiasts. However, before finalizing your purchase, it’s crucial not only to consider financing but also to ensure that the ongoing maintenance costs fit within your budget. Here’s a breakdown of what you can expect in maintenance expenses for the e.MAS 7.
Regular Annual Maintenance
This covers essential services such as replacing the car filter (every 1 year/20,000 km), deceleration gear lubricating oil (every 2 years/40,000 km), brake fluid (every 2 years/40,000 km), and electric motor coolant (every 4 years/80,000 km), along with labor charges.
According to the user guide, the first service should be completed after 3 months or 5,000 km, followed by an annual service every 20,000 km. With these intervals and the estimated labor fees, the initial maintenance is expected to cost RM158.32. For the first through tenth years, annual maintenance expenses are estimated to range from RM90.88 to RM780.88, amounting to a cumulative total of RM3,711.80 over 10 years—averaging roughly RM371.18 per year.
Additional Wear-and-Tear Costs
For components not covered under the Pro-Net maintenance plan, KeyAuto has provided an estimate for replacement costs over 10 years. This includes items such as wipers, brake pads, front and rear brake discs, and four 19-inch tires. In the first two years, when fewer parts need replacement due to the car’s new condition, the cost is approximately RM138.82. Over the decade, the annual cost for spare parts ranges between RM138.82 and RM3,787.38, totaling an estimated RM15,718.66.
Wheel Calibration and Tire Balancing
It’s important to note that wheel calibration and tire balancing are not factored into the above costs. The manufacturer recommends calibration every 6 months or 10,000 km, at RM120 per session—resulting in an average annual cost of about RM240.
Overall 10-Year Maintenance Cost
When you combine the RM3,711.80 for regular maintenance, RM15,718.66 for spare parts replacement, and RM2,400 for calibration over 10 years, the average annual maintenance expense comes to approximately RM2,183.05.
In summary, the Proton e.MAS 7, as an electric vehicle, benefits from having fewer spare parts compared to traditional fuel-powered cars—eliminating the need for engine oil, transmission oil, belts, oil filters, and more—thereby reducing overall maintenance costs. Would this lower maintenance burden encourage you to switch to an electric car? Share your thoughts in the comments.
