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Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Upgrade Of Gen2
A Nice And Comfortable Car
The Malaysian company Proton has launched a cosmetic upgrade of the Gen2, a compact much success in its home market. Among the changes is received aesthetic and mechanical changes, expanding the supply of engines to new versions.
Among the new features we can mention:
* Colors updated
* Improved trims and upholstery
* New design of Door Handles
* Alloy Wheels
* Sports steering wheel with controls for radio
From now is also available in versions less equipped CPS engine 1.6i 16v 125 hp, complementing the block of 1.6 liters and 110 hp. So far these changes will be reserved to Malaysia.
PROTON new models will boost SALES!
National carmaker, Proton Holdings Bhd, believes that the new model to replace the Proton Waja and a facelift model will be launched in December, will increase sales of cars of protons in the year.
Managing director Datuk Syed Zainal Abidin Syed Mohamed Tahir said the facelift model will be introduced in the Kuala Lumpur International Automotive Exhibition 2010 in early December.
"The new models will make changes to the higher sales this year," he told reporters after the launch of occupational safety and health campaign on the road and in the workplace today.
Syed Zainal Abidin said the soft launch for the new models will be held after the Hari Raya holidays Aidilfitri.
"We made a trial production, installation and testing on the road," he said.
Asked about the facelift model, Syed Zainal Abidin refused to name the model.
"Face-lift, let it be refused, but I can tell you that this is one of the most popular cars and from what I saw, face lift gives a much better look in the current range of the proton model," he said.
He said Proton set an ambitious goal to sell 170,000 cars a proton in the 2010-2011 fiscal year.
"While we are on track and we hope that the two new models will give more momentum for us, as we always offer competitive prices on the model of the proton," he said.
Proton on RM104.647 million more pre-tax profit for the first quarter of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2010 from RM64.379 million in the same quarter last year.
Promotion of revenue due to higher sales and profits from the production of cars of better quality, "he said.
Syed Zainal Abidin also said Proton was talking to 5 banks to improve the funding packages for customers, suppliers and distributors.
"We are special packages for a stay of payments and interest rates," he said.
Proton intends to offer flexible and low interest rates vis-à 4,1% and 4,2% at the present time, "he says.
Managing director Datuk Syed Zainal Abidin Syed Mohamed Tahir said the facelift model will be introduced in the Kuala Lumpur International Automotive Exhibition 2010 in early December.
"The new models will make changes to the higher sales this year," he told reporters after the launch of occupational safety and health campaign on the road and in the workplace today.
Syed Zainal Abidin said the soft launch for the new models will be held after the Hari Raya holidays Aidilfitri.
"We made a trial production, installation and testing on the road," he said.
Asked about the facelift model, Syed Zainal Abidin refused to name the model.
"Face-lift, let it be refused, but I can tell you that this is one of the most popular cars and from what I saw, face lift gives a much better look in the current range of the proton model," he said.
He said Proton set an ambitious goal to sell 170,000 cars a proton in the 2010-2011 fiscal year.
"While we are on track and we hope that the two new models will give more momentum for us, as we always offer competitive prices on the model of the proton," he said.
Proton on RM104.647 million more pre-tax profit for the first quarter of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2010 from RM64.379 million in the same quarter last year.
Promotion of revenue due to higher sales and profits from the production of cars of better quality, "he said.
Syed Zainal Abidin also said Proton was talking to 5 banks to improve the funding packages for customers, suppliers and distributors.
"We are special packages for a stay of payments and interest rates," he said.
Proton intends to offer flexible and low interest rates vis-à 4,1% and 4,2% at the present time, "he says.
Gen2 Yang Pasti Digemari-Jom Beli !
Proton Gen2 Facelift CPS – Cam Profiling System photos|
The mother of all upgrades is the Campro engine. Unlike before, the GEN2 now is available in 1.6L engines with 2 options – with CPS (Cam Profiling System) or with IAFM ( Intake Air-Fuel Manifold) – image and post credit to andy mervin george
This new Campro CPS produced 125 horse power and it take only 10.6 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h – image and post credit to adar aku kaya
Price list / harga kereta
Proton GEN2 1.6 CPS High Line Auto – RM60,488
Proton GEN2 1.6 CPS High Line Manual – RM57,488
Proton GEN2 1.6 IAFM Medium Line Auto – RM56,488
Proton GEN2 1.6 IAFM Medium Line Manual – RM53,488
Image and price list credit to paul
All the variants are available in four colours, Metal Grey, Iridescent White, Nanbu Black and Hibiscus Tea, the latter two being new colours to the car. The H-Line versions will be available in the showrooms from Mar 5 onwards, with the M-Line arriving a little later in the month, on Mar 25. – image and post credit to Anthony Lim Star Motoring
The facelift model first premiered at the Thailand International Motor Expo in November 2007 and was well received by the Thai customers, accounting for 28% of sales during the Expo. The shape, handling and good engine performance were significant factors contributing towards the popularity of the facelift Gen2 in Thailand. – Proton Berhad
What a great performance by Proton Holdings this year. So, which one is your desired car? Still with foreign products or already change your mind?
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