The Proton S70 should feel more confident during overtaking when the stronger-torque variants are chosen. The listed torque figures include 2026 1.5T Flagship X: 290 N·m; 2026 1.5T Flagship: 290 N·m; 2026 1.5T Premium: 290 N·m; 2026 1.5T Executive: 290 N·m; 2025 1.5T Flagship X: 226 N·m; 3 more variants. That matters because overtaking is not just about peak power; a healthy torque output helps the car respond more naturally when you need a quick burst on highways or trunk roads.