EVOLUTION OF PROTON CARS

 HISTORY OF PROTON



SAGA FIRST ITERATION (1985-1992)

The first generation Proton Saga was the first car to be produced by Malaysian automobile manufacturer, Proton.[4] It is based on the 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer Fiore saloon as a result of a joint venture between the Malaysian government and Mitsubishi Motors of Japan. The Proton Saga was officially launched on 9 July 1985 by the former Malaysian Prime Minister, Mahathir Mohamad. It was initially available in a 4-door saloon guise, but was later complemented by a 5-door hatchback variant in 1987.

lso called	Proton Saga Aeroback (hatchback) Proton 1.3 & 1.5 (United Kingdom)
Production	1985-1992
Body style	4-door saloon 5-door hatchback
Wheelbase	2,380 mm (93.7 in)[8]
Length	4,311 mm (169.7 in) (saloon)[8]
Width	1,635 mm (64.4 in)[8]
Height	1,360 mm (53.5 in)[8]
Kerb weight	n/a

SAGA ISWARA SECOND ITERATION (1992-2003)

On 15 August 1992, the Proton Saga Iswara (also known as Proton Iswara) was launched by Tun Dr. Mahathir bin Mohamad at Dataran Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur.[11] It was named after the Great Helen butterfly (Papilio iswara) of Sarawak.  Just like its predecessor, the Saga Iswara was available in 4-door saloon and 5-door hatchback guises and was equipped with the same Mitsubishi Orion 1.3L and 1.5L carburetor engines for the Malaysian market.

Also called	Proton Saga Iswara Aeroback (hatchback) Proton Iswara Proton MPI (United Kingdom)
Production	1992–2003
Body style	4-door saloon 5-door hatchback
Wheelbase	2,380 mm (93.7 in)[18]
Length	4,110 mm (161.8 in) (hatchback)[18]
Width	1,655 mm (65.2 in)[18]
Height	1,360 mm (53.5 in)[18]
Kerb weight	970 kg (2,100 lb) (hatchback)[18]

SAGA HATCHBACK THIRD ITERATION (2003-2008)

The Proton Saga LMST hatchback was introduced in 2003 as the successor to the Iswara Aeroback S.E.. Despite sharing the same, ageing platform with the original Proton Saga from 1985,

Also called	Proton Saga
Production	2003 - Early 2008
Body style	5-door hatchback
Wheelbase	2,380 mm (93.7 in)[18]
Length	4,048 mm (159.4 in)[18]
Width	1,626 mm (64.0 in)[18]
Height	1,346 mm (53.0 in)[18]
Kerb weight	960–970 kg (2,100–2,100 lb)[18]

PROTON WIRA

The Proton Wira was a car manufactured by Malaysian carmaker Proton as known as Proton 416 or 400 series in various European Market, released as a four-door saloon and four-door hatchback in 1993.Proton redesigned the saloon to make a 5-door hatchback variant during the mid-1990s, basing the car on the saloon Wira and sporting similar taillights. The early models used carburetors, in 1998 Proton replaced them with EFi injection. However, in 2001 Proton replaced the Mitsubishi EFi module with Siemens VDO module that is claimed to cause slight power loss.

Manufacturer	Proton
Also called	Proton 400 Series Proton 416
Production	1993–2007
Class	Compact
Body style	4-door saloon 5-door hatchback (or liftback saloon)
Engine	1.3 L C96 4G13 Carburator & EFi I4 1.5 L C97 4G15 Carburator & EFi I4 1.6 L C98 4G92 SOHC EFi I4 1.8 L C99 4G93 SOHC 4G93 DOHCI4 EFi 2.0 L 4D68 diesel I4
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic (4G9 Series) 3-speed automatic(4G1 Series)
Wheelbase	2,600 mm (102.4 in)
Length	4,270 mm (168.1 in)
Width	1,680 mm (66.1 in)
Height	1,385 mm (54.5 in)
Curb weight	980 kg (2,160.5 lb) - 1,011 kg (2,228.9 lb)

PROTON PUTRA (1995-2000)

The Proton Putra is a coupé automobile produced by Malaysian automobile company Proton. Production of the Putra started in 1995 for the first model and ended in 2000, but was briefly relaunched in limited numbers in 2004–05 available just in Malaysia. The reasoning for the relaunch is to clear of the remaining stocks available at Proton Plant.

Manufacturer	Proton
Production	1995-2000
Class	Compact
Body style	2-door coupé
Engine	1.8 L 4G93 I4
Wheelbase	2,440 mm (96.1 in)
Length	4,225 mm (166.3 in)
Width	1,690 mm (66.5 in)
Height	1,365 mm (53.7 in)
Curb weight	1,007 kg (2,220.1 lb)

PROTON SATRIA FIRST GENERATION (1995-2005)

The first generation Satria (market as 316 in various European Market) was a 3-door hatchback based on the 1991 Mitsubishi Mirage (Colt outside the Japanese market). Changes were limited to front-end styling and an interior from the bigger Wira.

SATRIA GTi (1999_2002)

The Satria Sports GTi was launched with a 138 bhp (103 kW) 1.8-litre Mitsubishi-sourced 4G93p engine, originally found in the Mitsubishi Lancer GSR, but minus the turbo and with an increase in compression to compensate for the power loss.

Also called	Proton Compact Proton Persona Compact Proton 300 series
Production	1995–2005
Engine	1.3 L 4G13 I4 1.5 L 4G15 I4 1.6 L 4G92 I4 1.8 L 4G93 I4
Wheelbase	2,440 mm (96.1 in)
Length	3,995 mm (157.3 in)
Width	1,710 mm (67.3 in)
Height	1,365 mm (53.7 in)
Curb weight	1,005 kg (2,216 lb)
Related	Mitsubishi Mirage

PROTON PERDANA (1995-1999)

The Proton Perdana is a four-door mid-size saloon manufactured by Malaysian automobile producer Proton. It was launched in January 1995 for sale exclusively in Malaysia. The Perdana is a badge engineered seventh generation Mitsubishi Eterna, developed as the result of a collaboration between Proton and Mitsubishi Motors.

Perdana is the Malay word for Prime.

Class	Mid-size / D-segment
Body style	4-door saloon
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel drive
Engine	2.0L 4G63 I4 (1995-2000) 2.0L 6A12 V6 (1999-2010)
Transmission	4-speed automatic 5-speed manual
Wheelbase	2,635 mm (103.7 in) (Standard)
Length	4,640 mm (182.7 in) (Standard) 4,890 mm (192.5 in) (Executive) 5,300 mm (208.7 in) (S. Limousine) 5,550 mm (218.5 in) (E. Limousine)
Width	1,730 mm (68.1 in)
Height	1,400 mm (55.1 in)
Kerb weight	1,005 kg (2,220 lb) (Standard)
Related	Mitsubishi Eterna

PROTON TIARA 1996

The genesis of the Tiara was the result of an agreement during the mid-1990s between Proton's then CEO, Tan Sri Yahaya Ahmad, and PSA Peugeot Citroën, a producer of Citroën and Peugeot vehicles. Yahaya had expressed wishes that Proton not use Mitsubishi platforms, and that Proton cooperate with PSA Peugeot Citroën for access to its diesel engines.

PROTON PERDANA V6 (1999-2010)

In 1999, Proton unveiled the Proton Perdana V6 amidst rising demand. It was equipped with the superior 24-valve Mitsubishi 6A12 2.0L V6 engine which offers 148 hp, or 13 hp more than the previous 16-valve Mitsubishi 4G63 2.0L Inline-four engine.[2][6] The Perdana V6 received additional ride & handling input from Proton's British subsidiary, Lotus, resulting in improved NVH attributes.[2] It also featured a new bodykit, grille, 16" rims, leather seats, a redesigned steering wheel and other minor updates on the interior.

Manufacturer's claims (Perdana V6)[6][10]
Powertrain & Performance
Engine	2.0L 6A12
Format	V6 DOHC 24V
Total displacement (cc)	1,999
Bore x Stroke (mm)	78.4 x 69
Maximum Output [hp(kW)/rpm]	148 (110.4) / 6,750
Maximum Torque (Nm/rpm)	179 / 4,000
Maximum Speed	205 km/h (127 mph)
Acceleration 0–100 km/h (sec)	13.0
Fuel tank capacity (litres)	64
Chassis
Suspension (Front & Rear)	Multilink with Stabiliser bar
Brake (Front/Rear)	Ventilated disc 14” / Solid disc 14”

PROTON WAJA (2000-2010)

The Proton Waja is a saloon car designed in-house by Malaysian automotive company, Proton, first released in August 2000.

The Waja is the first Malaysian-designed car. The name Waja which means (strong as) steel pictures the strength of steels used for Waja compared to the previous models. The name was chosen partly to counter the perception in the domestic market that Proton cars were not durable compared to its competitors.

In the United Kingdom, the Waja was sold as Proton Impian, "Impian" being another derivative of the Malay language, meaning "dream".

Manufacturer	Proton
Also called	Proton Impian (United Kingdom)
Production	2000-2011
Successor	Proton Inspira
Class	Compact
Body style	4-door saloon
Engine	1.6 L Mitsubishi 4G18 I4 1.6 L Proton Campro S4PH I4 1.8 L Renault F4P I4 2.0 L Mitsubishi 6A12 V6
Transmission	MT/AT
Wheelbase	2,600 mm (102.4 in)
Length	4,470 mm (176.0 in)
Width	1,740 mm (68.5 in)
Height	1,420 mm (55.9 in)
Curb weight	1,215 kg (2,678.6 lb) - 1,235 kg (2,722.7 lb)
Related	Volvo S40 Mitsubishi Carisma

PROTON JUARA (2001-2003)

The Proton Juara was a microvan produced by Malaysian carmaker Proton between 2001 - 2003. The design and production of the Juara marked a notable departure from Proton's traditional preference towards

 saloons and hatchbacks, making the Juara the first van to be manufactured by Proton.

Manufacturer	Proton
Production	2001-2003
Class	Microvan
Body style	5-door van
Engine	1.1 L 4A31 I4EFI
Transmission	MT/AT
Wheelbase	2,390 mm (94.1 in)
Length	3,660 mm (144.1 in)
Width	1,535 mm (60.4 in)
Height	1,810 mm (71.3 in)
Curb weight	1,005 kg (2,215.6 lb)

PROTON ARENA (2002-2010)

The Proton Arena (or the Proton Jumbuck in the United Kingdom, Taiwan and Australia) is a small front wheel drive coupé utilitymanufactured by Malaysian automaker Proton. Introduced in 2002, the Arena is the only form of pickup by Proton, and is the only Proton model to enjoy significantly more popularity in its export market than domestically

Manufacturer	Proton
Also called	Proton Jumbuck
Production	2002-2010
Class	Pickup truck
Body style	2-door coupé utility
Engine	1.5 L 4G15 I4
Transmission	5-speed manual
Wheelbase	2,600 mm (102.4 in)
Length	4,455 mm (175.4 in)
Width	1,690 mm (66.5 in)
Height	1,420 mm (55.9 in)
Curb weight	1,045 kg (2,304 lb)

PROTON GEN-2 (2004-2012)

The Proton Gen-2 (stylized GEN•2) is a compact 5-door hatchback manufactured by Malaysian automobile manufacturer Proton which launched in 2004.[1] It was initially codenamed Wira Replacement Model (WRM). The Gen-2 uses a platform which was extensively developed in-house by Proton and technical partner Lotus. This platform was later adapted for the Proton Satria Neo and Proton Persona. The Gen-2 was among the first models to be produced at Proton's Tanjung Malim plant, developed as part of the Proton City project.

The name Gen-2 is an abbreviation of Generation 2, as it served as the replacement to the Proton Wira Aeroback hatchback.[1]

Class	Compact car / C-segment
Body style	5-door hatchback
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel drive
Engine	1.3L CamPro S4PH I4 1.6L CamPro S4PH I4 1.6L CamPro CPS I4
Transmission	4-speed automatic 5-speed manual
Wheelbase	2,600 mm (102.4 in)
Length	4,310 mm (169.7 in)
Width	1,725 mm (67.9 in)
Height	1,435 mm (56.5 in)
Kerb weight	1,195–1,245 kg (2,630–2,740 lb)
Related	Proton Persona Youngman Europestar L3

PROTON SATRIA NEO  (2005)

The Satria Neo was introduced in June 2006 as a replacement for the first generation Satria. Based on a new platform developed in-house by Proton (with some parts borrowed from the bigger Gen-2 and Waja), the car is currently only available in a three-door hatchback guise.

Production	2006–present
Engine	1.3 L CamPro S4PE I4 1.6 L CamPro S4PH I4
Wheelbase	2,440 mm (96.1 in)
Length	3,905 mm (153.7 in)
Width	1,710 mm (67.3 in)
Height	1,420 mm (55.9 in)
Curb weight	1,146 kg (2,526 lb) (1.3 L Manual) 1,184 kg (2,610 lb) (1.6 L Auto)

PROTON SATRIA NEO CPS (2009)

In February 2009, Proton launched a CPS version of the Satria Neo, replacing the high-end H-Line version of the Satria Neo. It comes with an aggressively styled body kit and spoiler that pays homage to the Satria GTi

Powertrain Engine & Performance
Engine	CamPro CPS 4 cylinder, DOHC 16V
Maximum Speed (km/h)	190 km/h
Acceleration 0–100 km/h (sec)	10.5
Maximum Output hp(kW)/rpm	125 hp (93 kW) at 6,500 rpm
Maximum Torque (Nm/rpm)	150 Nm at 4,500 rpm
Full tank capacity (Litre)	50
Tyres & Rims	195 / 50 R16", Alloy-16" x 6.5JJ
Chassis
Power Steering	Hydraulic Power Steering
Suspension (Front/Rear)	MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser Bar/ Multi-link with Stabiliser Bar
Brake (Front/Rear)	Ventilated disc/ Solid Disc

PROTON PERSONA (2007)

The Proton Persona is a sedan car introduced by Proton in 2007 for the same model year. Being an in-house design by Azlan Othman, the Persona replaced the saloon variant of the successful Proton Wira, whose export name is not confused with this model's same name, as Proton's sedan car.

Manufacturer	Proton
Production	2007-present
Model years	2007–present
Class	Compact
Body style	4-door sedan
Engine	1.6 L Campro I4
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic
Wheelbase	2,600 mm (102.4 in)
Length	4,477 mm (176.3 in)
Width	1,725 mm (67.9 in)
Height	1,438 mm (56.6 in)
Curb weight	1,170 kg (2,579.4 lb) - 1,195 kg (2,634.5 lb)

PROTON SAGA BLM (2008)

The much anticipated second generation Proton Saga, also called the Saga BLM (Base Line Model) launched on 18 January 2008.[2] It was indigenously designed unlike the former generation and launched with 3 variants which were priced between RM31,498 and RM39,998 respectively

Production	2008 - 2010
Body style	4-door saloon
Layout	FF layout
Engine	1.3L CamPro IAFM I4 1.6L CamPro IAFM I4
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic

PROTON EXORA (2009)

The Proton Exora is a compact MPV vehicle produced by Malaysian car manufacturer Proton which launched on 15 April 2009.[6] The Exora is Malaysia's first home- grown MPV and is based on Proton's new P2 platform. The Proton Exora later received a facelift in 15 December 2011.

Class	Compact MPV
Body style	5-door, 7-seat MPV
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel drive
Platform	Proton P2[5]
Engine	1.6L CamPro CPS I4 1.6L CamPro CFE I4 turbo
Transmission	4-speed automatic 5-speed manual 6-speed CVT automatic
Wheelbase	2,730 mm (107.5 in)
Length	4,592 mm (180.8 in) (Overall) 2,597 mm (102.2 in) (Interior)
Width	1,809 mm (71.2 in) (Overall) 1,480 mm (58.3 in) (Interior)
Height	1,691 mm (66.6 in) (Overall) 1,323 mm (52.1 in) (Interior)
Kerb weight	1,400–1,486 kg (3,086.5–3,276.1 lb)

PROTON SAGA FL (2010-2011)

On 30 November 2010, Proton unveiled the facelifted Proton Saga FL at the Thai International Motor Expo 2010.[15] It received large exterior updates, but the technical specifications and interior remain mostly unchanged from the pre-facelift Saga.

Proton Saga FL

Production	2010 - 2011
Body style	4-door saloon
Layout	FF layout
Engine	1.3L CamPro IAFM I4 1.6L CamPro IAFM I4
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic

PROTON SAGA FLX (2011-PRESENT)

8 months after the launch of the Saga FL, Proton added to its line-up the Saga FLX in which 'X' stands for extra.[18][19] The FLX is available in two trim lines which can be mated to a choice of either manual or CVT drivetrains. The fine-tuned CamPro IAFM+ engine is utilized and there are options for dual airbags and (ABS) with EBD).

Body style	4-door saloon
Engine	1.3L CamPro IAFM+ I4 1.6L CamPro IAFM+ I4
Transmission	5-speed manual 6-speed CVT

PROTON INSPIRA (2010)

The Proton Inspira is a four-door compact saloon produced by Malaysian automobile manufacturer Proton which launched on 10 November 2010. It is sold exclusively in Malaysia as a rebadged ninth generation and current Mitsubishi Lancer as the result of a collaboration between Mitsubishi Motors and Proton. The Inspira succeeded the Proton Waja, and complements the indigenously-designed Proton Prevé in the Malaysian market.

Class	Compact car / C-segment
Body style	4-door saloon
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel drive
Platform	Mitsubishi GS
Engine	1.8L MIVEC GEMA 4B10 I4 2.0L MIVEC GEMA 4B11 I4
Transmission	5-speed manual 6-speed INVECS-III CVT automatic 6-speed INVECS-III CVT Manumatic
Wheelbase	2,635 mm (103.7 in)
Length	4,570 mm (179.9 in)
Width	1,760 mm (69.3 in)
Height	1,490 mm (58.7 in)
Kerb weight	1,310–1,350 kg (2,900–3,000 lb)
Related	Mitsubishi Lancer

PROTON EXORA BOLD CFE (2011)

In 2011,Proton had splashed the market by introducing the new performance car using the new Campro CFE Turbocharged. It also features larger tyres, front & rear disc brakes and additional luxury equipment such as a reverse camera with rear view mirror LCD.[29] Costing from RM 79,562.00.

Powertrain & Performance
Engine	CamPro CFE, 4 Cylinder, DOHC 16V
Maximum Speed (km/h)	185 km/h (115 mph)
Acceleration 0–100 km/h (sec)	11.3 seconds
Maximum Output hp(kW)/rpm	138 hp (103 kW) / 5,000 rpm
Maximum Torque (Nm/rpm)	205 N·m (151 lb·ft) / 2,000 ~ 4,000 rpm
Full tank capacity (Litre)	55
Tyres & Rims	205 / 55 R16, Alloy / Wheel caps
Chassis
Power Steering	Hydraulic Power Steering
Suspension (Front/Rear)	MacPherson Strut/Torsion Beam
Brake (Front/Rear)	Disc/Disc

PROTON PREVE (2012)

The Proton Prevé is a four-door compact saloon developed by Malaysian automobile manufacturer Proton. It was launched on 16 April 2012 and is based on Proton's next generation P2 platform. The Prevé is the saloon complement to its sister car, the Proton Suprima S hatchback, and is also the successor to the Proton Persona and Proton Gen-2.

The Prevé is claimed to be Proton's first global car, evident in the name Prevé itself, which means to prove or proof.

Class	Compact car / C-segment
Body style	4-door saloon
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel drive
Platform	Proton P2[1]
Engine	1.6L CamPro IAFM+ I4 1.6L CamPro CFE I4 turbo
Transmission	5-speed manual 6-speed CVT automatic 7-speed CVT manumatic
Wheelbase	2,650 mm (104.3 in)
Length	4,543 mm (178.9 in)
Width	1,786 mm (70.3 in)
Height	1,524 mm (60.0 in)
Kerb weight	1,305–1,340 kg (2,880–3,000 lb)
Related	Proton Suprima S
Designer(s)	Proton Team Designer

PROTON SUPRIMA S TURBO (2013)

The Proton Suprima S, codenamed P3-22A is a five-door compact hatchback engineered by Malaysian automobile manufacturer Proton. It was released on 17 August 2013 and it was based on Proton's next generation P2 platform. The Suprima S complements the Proton Prevé saloonand has been designed with larger emphasis on international markets.

The name Suprima has its roots in the English word, Supreme. The S suffix stands for Sports.

Class	Compact car / C-segment
Body style	5-door hatchback
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel drive
Platform	Proton P2[1]
Engine	1.6L CamPro Turbo I4
Transmission	7-speed CVT manumatic
Wheelbase	2,650 mm (104.3 in)
Length	4,436 mm (174.6 in)
Width	1,786 mm (70.3 in)
Height	1,524 mm (60.0 in)
Kerb weight	1,375–1,395 kg (3,030–3,080 lb)
Related	Proton Prevé
Designer(s)	Proton Team Designer