Proton secara rasminya telah melancarkan versi terbaru Proton X70 yang membawa beberapa peningkatan dan penambahbaikan yang ketara kepada pasaran SUV. Model baharu ini dibina berdasarkan kekuatan pendahulunya sambil menawarkan peningkatan dalam prestasi, reka bentuk, keselesaan dan ketersambungan.
Di bawah hud, X70 baharu menampilkan enjin pengecas turbo 1.5 liter yang menghasilkan 177PS pada 5500rpm dan 255Nm tork pada 1500rpm. Enjin ini termasuk kecekapan pembakaran yang lebih baik untuk pelepasan yang lebih bersih dan prestasi yang dipertingkatkan. Bunyi, getaran dan kekasaran (NVH) telah dikurangkan, memberikan pengalaman pemanduan yang lebih senyap. Pengurusan haba lanjutan mengoptimumkan suhu enjin, mengurangkan geseran dan meningkatkan kecekapan bahan api melalui tetapan transmisi baharu. Kemas kini perisian dalam Sistem Pengurusan Enjin (EMS) dan Unit Kawalan Penghantaran (TCU) memperhalusi penggunaan bahan api dan kecekapan keseluruhan.
Reka bentuk luaran X70 telah diperbaharui dengan hud, fender, bumper hadapan dan gril baharu yang menampilkan corak berlian tenunan tak terhingga dengan kemasan krom. Ia juga termasuk lampu depan LED dengan 47 LED untuk pencahayaan yang lebih baik, bumper belakang yang direka bentuk semula, dan roda aloi dua tone baharu. Pintu belakang kuasa dengan fungsi auto-buka meningkatkan kemudahan.
Di dalam, X70 kini termasuk shift-lever tiga-point, stereng baharu dan sistem pencahayaan ambien pelbagai warna dengan 72 pilihan warna dan tiga mod: tunggal, pernafasan dan pelbagai warna. Varian premium didatangkan dengan upholsteri Stone Grey dan tempat duduk kulit Nappa.
SUV ini menawarkan rangkaian teknologi keselamatan termaju, termasuk Walk Away Auto Lock, Nearby Auto Door Unlock, Paparan Kamera 360 dan Brek Letak Kereta Elektrik dengan Pegangan Auto. Ia menampilkan 13 Sistem Bantuan Pemandu Lanjutan (ADAS) Tahap 2, seperti Brek Kecemasan Autonomi, Amaran Perlanggaran Hadapan, Kawalan Pelayaran Adaptif dengan Stop&Go, Amaran Berlepas Lorong dan Kawalan Pusat Lorong.
Penambahbaikan NVH termasuk pengurangan gear dan operasi yang lebih lancar daripada Transmisi 7-Speed EVO300 baharu. Penebat yang dipertingkatkan dan penindasan hingar di seluruh kenderaan menyumbang kepada rasa yang lebih premium.
Sistem infotainmen yang dipertingkatkan mempunyai skrin 12.3 inci dengan resolusi 1920×720, dikuasakan oleh pemproses dwi-teras empat dengan 4GB RAM dan storan 32GB. Aplikasi Proton Link membenarkan kawalan jauh enjin, tingkap, kunci dan aircon. Sistem arahan suara “Hi Proton” menguruskan pelbagai fungsi, manakala kesambungan termasuk 3 port USB Type-A dan 2 port USB Type-C, bersama-sama dengan Apple Carplay dan Android Auto.
Proton X70 baharu boleh didapati dalam warna Biru Marin (Flagship), Kelabu Jet, Perak Perisai, Merah Ruby dan Putih.
Harga untuk empat varian yang tersedia ialah RM98,800 untuk 1.5 TGDi Standard, RM110,800 untuk 1.5 TGDi Executive, RM123,800 untuk 1.5 TGDi Premium dan RM126,800 1.5 TGDi Premium X.
Pelanggan terawal (3,000 pelanggan pertama) mendapat rebat tunai RM7,000, sokongan overtrade tukar beli untuk RM2,800 dan program insurans Proton yang dinaik taraf. Pakej standard terdiri daripada waranti 5 Tahun dengan perbatuan tanpa had, pakej data 5 tahun dengan 1GB/bulan, perkhidmatan buruh percuma enam kali ganda, kadar faedah pembiayaan daripada 2.4%PA dan program insurans Proton.
Proton has officially launched the latest version of the Proton X70, which brings several notable upgrades and refinements to the SUV market. This new model builds on the strengths of its predecessor while offering enhancements in performance, design, comfort, and connectivity.
Under the hood, the new X70 features a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine producing 177PS at 5500rpm and 255Nm of torque at 1500rpm. This engine includes improved combustion efficiency for cleaner emissions and enhanced performance. Noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) have been reduced, providing a quieter driving experience. Advanced thermal management optimises engine temperatures, reduces friction, and improves fuel efficiency through new transmission settings. Software updates in the Engine Management System (EMS) and Transmission Control Unit (TCU) further refine fuel consumption and overall efficiency.
The exterior design of the X70 has been refreshed with a new hood, fender, front bumper, and grille featuring an infinite weave diamond pattern with a chrome finish. It also includes LED headlamps with 47 LEDs for better illumination, a redesigned rear bumper, and new two-tone alloy wheels. A power tailgate with auto-open functionality enhances convenience.
Inside, the X70 now includes a 3-point shift lever, a new steering wheel, and a multicolour ambient lighting system with 72 colour options and three modes: single, breathing, and multicolour. Premium variants come with Stone Grey upholstery and Nappa leather seats.
The SUV boasts an advanced suite of safety technologies, including Walk Away Auto Lock, Nearby Auto Door Unlock, a 360 Camera Display, and an Electric Parking Brake with Auto Hold. It features 13 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Level 2, such as Autonomous Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Warning, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop&Go, Lane Departure Warning, and Lane Centering Control.
NVH improvements include reduced gear whine and smoother operation from the new 7-Speed EVO300 Transmission. Enhanced insulation and noise suppression throughout the vehicle contribute to a more premium feel.
The upgraded infotainment system features a 12.3-inch screen with 1920×720 resolution, powered by a dual quad-core processor with 4GB RAM and 32GB storage. The Proton Link app allows remote control of engine, windows, locks, and air conditioning. The “Hi Proton” voice command system manages various functions, while connectivity includes 3 USB Type-A ports and 2 USB Type-C ports, along with Apple Carplay and Android Auto.
The new Proton X70 is available in Marine Blue (Flagship), Jet Grey, Armour Silver, Ruby Red, and White.
Pricing for the four available variants are RM98,800 for thE 1.5 TGDi Standard, RM110,800 for the 1.5 TGDi Executive, RM123,800 for the 1.5 TGDi Premium and RM126,800 1.5 TGDi Premium X.
Early birds (first 3,000 customer) get RM7,000 cash rebate, trade-in overtrade support for RM2,800 and upgraded Proton insurance programme. Standard packages consist of 5-Year warranty with unlimited mileage, 5-year data package with 1GB/month, six times free labour service, financing interest rates from 2.4%PA and Proton insurance programme.
Proton X70 2025 datang dengan pelbagai peningkatan dan kemas kini, meletakkannya sebagai pesaing utama dalam pasaran SUV. Dengan menggabungkan kekuatan pendahulunya dan menambah baik aspek prestasi, reka bentuk, keselesaan, dan teknologi, model baharu ini menawarkan pengalaman pemanduan yang lebih cemerlang.
Peningkatan Prestasi
Proton X70 2025 dilengkapi dengan enjin pengecas turbo 1.5 liter yang menghasilkan kuasa maksimum 177PS pada 5500rpm dan tork puncak 255Nm pada 1500rpm. Peningkatan prestasi ini disokong oleh beberapa penambahbaikan utama:
Kecekapan Pembakaran: Meningkatkan prestasi keseluruhan dan mengurangkan pelepasan.
Penambahbaikan NVH: Mengurangkan hingar, getaran, dan kekerasan pada kelajuan rendah.
Sistem Pengurusan Haba: Menjaga suhu enjin yang optimum.
Transmisi Baharu: Nisbah gear yang lebih kecil meningkatkan kecekapan bahan api.
Penentukuran Perisian: Sistem Pengurusan Enjin (EMS) dan Unit Kawalan Penghantaran (TCU) dioptimumkan untuk kecekapan bahan api.
Peningkatan Reka Bentuk
Reka bentuk Proton X70 2025 mengalami beberapa perubahan signifikan:
Bahagian Luaran: Hud dan fender baharu, bampar hadapan yang direka semula, gril dengan corak berlian, lampu depan LED dengan 47 keping LED, bampar belakang yang direka semula, dan roda aloi dua tona.
Kabin Dalaman: Tuil anjakan 3 mata baharu, stereng yang dipertingkatkan, sistem pencahayaan ambien pelbagai warna dengan 72 pilihan, dan upholsteri kulit Nappa dalam warna Stone Grey untuk varian Premium X dan Premium.
Ciri-ciri Keselamatan
Proton X70 2025 menawarkan pelbagai ciri keselamatan termaju:
Auto Lock Walk Away & Auto Door Unlock Berdekatan: Keselamatan dan kemudahan tambahan.
Paparan Kamera 360: Membantu dalam pergerakan.
Brek Letak Kereta Elektrik dengan Auto Tahan: Keselamatan yang dipertingkatkan.
13 Sistem Bantuan Pemandu Termaju (ADAS) Tahap 2: Termasuk Brek Kecemasan Autonomi, Amaran Perlanggaran Hadapan, Kawalan Pelayaran Adaptif dengan Stop&Go, Amaran Berlepas Lorong, dan Kawalan Pusat Lorong.
Prestasi NVH
Penambahbaikan dalam Proton X70 2025 termasuk:
Rengekan Gear yang Diminimumkan: Menghasilkan kabin yang lebih senyap.
Transmisi EVO300 7-Kelajuan: Operasi yang lebih lancar.
Penebat Dipertingkatkan: Mengurangkan hingar dan meningkatkan rasa premium.
Aplikasi Proton Link: Kawalan jauh bagi tetapan enjin, tingkap, kunci, dan penyaman udara.
Sistem Arahan Suara “Hi Proton”: Menguruskan tingkap, bumbung matahari, AC, navigasi, dan muzik.
Port USB: 3 port USB Jenis-A dan 2 port USB Jenis-C.
Apple Carplay & Android Auto: Tersedia untuk kesambungan yang lebih baik.
Warna
Proton X70 2025 boleh didapati dalam warna-warna menarik seperti Marine Blue (Flagship), Jet Grey, Armor Silver, Ruby Red, dan Putih.
Tempahan dan Pakej Early Bird
Proton kini menerima tempahan prapelancaran untuk Proton X70 2025 dengan pakej early bird yang menarik. Bakal pembeli digalakkan untuk menghubungi penasihat jualan Proton atau melawat bilik pameran Proton 3S dan 4S terdekat untuk membuat tempahan dengan deposit RM500. Tetingkap tempahan masih dibuka sehingga diberitahu kelak.
Dengan pelbagai peningkatan dan ciri-ciri baru, Proton X70 2025 diharapkan dapat meneruskan kejayaan dan memantapkan lagi kedudukannya dalam pasaran SUV Malaysia.
The latest iteration of the Proton X70 has arrived, bringing a host of enhancements and updates that position it as a formidable contender in the SUV market. This new model builds on its predecessor’s strengths while incorporating significant improvements in performance, design, comfort, and connectivity. Here’s an in-depth look at what the new Proton X70 has to offer.
Performance Enhancements
The new Proton X70 features a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine that delivers a maximum power of 177PS at 5500rpm and a peak torque of 255Nm at 1500rpm. This impressive performance is supported by several key improvements. The engine benefits from enhanced combustion efficiency, which results in cleaner emissions and better overall performance. Efforts have been made to improve noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) characteristics at low speeds, contributing to a quieter and more refined driving experience.
Advanced thermal management systems help maintain optimal engine temperatures, while reduced friction within the engine enhances efficiency. Additionally, the new transmission with smaller gear ratios for the 3rd through 6th gears lowers engine RPM during regular driving, which improves fuel efficiency and reduces engine load. Enhanced software calibration in the Engine Management System (EMS) and Transmission Control Unit (TCU) further optimises fuel consumption and overall efficiency. These enhancements help the new X70 achieve a balanced blend of power and efficiency, making it a standout performer in the 1.5-litre engine category.
Design Upgrades
The new Proton X70 introduces several design upgrades that enhance its visual appeal and functionality. The exterior features a new hood and fender, a redesigned front bumper, and a new grille with an infinite weave diamond pattern and chrome finish, giving the vehicle a bold and powerful look. The LED headlamps, equipped with 47 pieces of LEDs, offer improved illumination and a modern aesthetic. The rear of the vehicle also benefits from a redesigned bumper, and the new alloy wheels, available in two-tone finishes, come in various sizes depending on the variant. A new power tailgate with nearby auto open functionality adds convenience.
Inside, the X70 has been updated with a new 3-point shift lever similar to the X90, an improved steering wheel, and a multicolour ambient lighting system with 72 colour selections and three modes: single, breathing, and multicolour. For the interior, Premium X and Premium variants offer Stone Grey upholstery and Nappa leather seats.
Safety Features
The new Proton X70 is equipped with a comprehensive suite of advanced safety technologies. These include Walk Away Auto Lock and Nearby Auto Door Unlock features for enhanced security and convenience, a 360 Camera Display for better manoeuvring, and an Electric Parking Brake with Auto Hold for improved safety. The SUV also includes 13 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Level 2, such as Autonomous Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Warning, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop&Go, Lane Departure Warning, and Lane Centering Control, providing extensive driver assistance and safety.
NVH Performance
Addressing NVH concerns, the new X70 features several improvements. Gear whine has been minimised compared to the previous generation, resulting in a quieter cabin. The new 7-Speed EVO300 Transmission offers smoother operation, and enhanced insulation and improved processes contribute to a more premium feel, with better noise suppression throughout the vehicle, including reduced air conditioning compressor noise. These improvements position the new Proton X70 as competitive in terms of NVH performance within its segment.
Connectivity and Technology
The X70’s infotainment system has been upgraded with a new 12.3-inch screen offering a resolution of 1920×720, powered by a dual quad-core processing unit with 4GB of RAM and 32GB of storage. The Proton Link app allows remote control of the engine, windows, locks, and air conditioning settings. The “Hi Proton” voice command system manages windows, sunroof, AC, navigation, and music streaming. Connectivity options include 3 USB Type-A ports and 2 USB Type-C ports. The infotainment head unit now comes with Apple Carplay and Android Auto.
Colours
The new Proton X70 is available in a range of attractive colours, including Marine Blue (Flagship), Jet Grey, Armour Silver, Ruby Red, and White.
Yesterday, Proton announced that it is now accepting pre-launch bookings for the highly anticipated 2025 Proton X70 and is offering an attractive early bird package for customers who book the 2025 Proton X70. Prospective buyers are encouraged to contact Proton sales advisors or visit the nearest Proton 3S and 4S showrooms to secure their bookings with a deposit of RM500. The booking window remains open until further notice.
Proton telah mengumumkan bahawa tempahan pra-pelancaran untuk Proton X70 2025 kini dibuka. Model SUV yang sangat dinantikan ini menjanjikan pelbagai peningkatan ketara berbanding pendahulunya, yang bertujuan untuk mempertingkatkan daya tarikan estetik dan prestasi pemanduan. Dengan reka bentuk yang diperbaharui dan ciri-ciri canggih, Proton X70 2025 bakal menawarkan pengalaman pemanduan yang lebih menyenangkan.
Reka Bentuk dan Prestasi
Bahagian Luar: Proton X70 2025 hadir dengan penampilan luar yang disegarkan, memberikan rupa yang lebih moden dan dinamik. Reka bentuk ini bukan sahaja memperbaharui estetik kenderaan tetapi juga meningkatkan profil aerodinamiknya.
Prestasi: Di bawah hud, SUV ini dilengkapi dengan peningkatan prestasi yang ketara, memastikan pemanduan yang lebih lancar dan responsif.
Sistem Bantuan Pemandu Lanjutan (ADAS) Tahap 2: Salah satu kemas kini utama ialah kemasukan Sistem Bantuan Pemandu Lanjutan (ADAS) Tahap 2, yang menawarkan ciri keselamatan dan kemudahan yang dipertingkatkan, menjadikan pemanduan lebih selamat dan mudah.
Kemudahan dan Teknologi
Infotainment: Proton X70 2025 dilengkapi dengan unit kepala infotainment bersaiz 12.3 inci yang tercanggih, menyokong sambungan Android Auto dan Apple CarPlay. Aplikasi Proton Link yang baru dipertingkatkan membolehkan pemandu menghidupkan enjin dari jauh, menyediakan keselesaan tambahan dengan menyejukkan kenderaan sebelum masuk.
Kabin: Kabin dalaman dinaik taraf dengan tempat duduk kulit Nappa yang mewah dalam warna kelabu batu, disertai dengan pencahayaan ambien berirama pelbagai warna. Ini memberikan suasana pemanduan yang premium dan elegan.
Pakej dan Tempahan
Pakej Awal: Untuk meraikan pelancaran Proton X70 2025, Proton menawarkan pakej awal yang menarik kepada pelanggan yang menempah lebih awal. Bakal pembeli digalakkan untuk menghubungi penasihat jualan Proton atau melawat bilik pameran Proton 3S dan 4S terdekat untuk membuat tempahan dengan deposit RM500. Tempahan akan dibuka sehingga diberitahu kelak.
Proton X70 2025 merupakan langkah penting dalam strategi Proton untuk menyampaikan kenderaan yang inovatif dan berkualiti tinggi. Dengan peningkatan ciri dan harga yang kompetitif, model baharu ini berpotensi meneruskan legasi kecemerlangan Proton dalam pasaran SUV. Acara pelancaran rasmi akan datang akan memberikan butiran tambahan dan menjanjikan pengalaman yang mengujakan bagi pelanggan semasa dan bakal pelanggan.
Untuk maklumat lanjut dan membuat tempahan, lawati bilik pameran Proton terdekat anda atau hubungi penasihat jualan Proton hari ini.
Operasi terkini yang dilakukan oleh Jabatan Kebajikan Masyarakat untuk menangani aktiviti meminta sedekah di pasar malam Sri Jaya, Maran, Pahang, telah membongkar seorang lelaki yang menyara dirinya melalui meminta sedekah tetapi memiliki sebuah kenderaan utiliti sport (SUV).
Menurut NST, semasa operasi itu, pegawai agensi telah mengamati seorang lelaki tempatan yang memakai jubah dan memakai taqiyah, melintasi pasar malam dan meminta sumbangan dari orang yang lalu di situ. Penampilannya, bersama dengan tangannya yang kecil, pada mulanya membuat pegawai menganggap bahawa dia mungkin memerlukan bantuan sebenar disebabkan oleh kecacatan fizikal.
Walaupun cubaan oleh pegawai penguatkuasaan untuk berkomunikasi dengan lelaki itu dan memahami tujuan di sebalik memintanya, dia tetap tidak responsif. Diperhatikan bahawa dia kelihatan pekak dan bisu, menambah kepada anggapan tentang kerentanannya.
A recent operation conducted by the Social Welfare Department to tackle begging activities in the Sri Jaya night market, Maran, Pahang, led to the exposure of a man who had been sustaining himself through begging but owned a sports utility vehicle (SUV).
According to NST, during the operation, officials from the agency observed a local man clad in a robe and wearing a taqiyah, traversing the night market and soliciting donations from passersby. His appearance, coupled with his small hands, initially led officials to believe he might be in need of genuine assistance due to a physical disability.
Despite attempts by enforcement officers to communicate with the man and ascertain the purpose behind his begging, he remained unresponsive. It was noted that he seemed to be deaf and mute, adding to the assumption of his vulnerability.
Upon closer inspection, officials discovered a substantial amount of banknotes in his possession, suspected to be the proceeds of donations received from sympathetic individuals. Despite persistent requests for identification, the man remained silent.
Proton has achieved another milestone by surpassing the 100,000-unit mark in sales for the fifth consecutive year. This milestone was reached in August, a month earlier than in the previous year. With 13,955 units delivered in the same month, the year-to-date (YTD) sales for 2023 now stand at 104,602 units, which is a significant increase of 19.6% or 17,121 units compared to the first eight months of the previous year.
In August, the total industry volume (TIV) is estimated to be at 74,200 units, giving Proton a market share projection of 18.8% for the month and a YTD market share figure of 20.8%. The company’s volume growth outpaces the TIV, which is estimated to be at 12.2% for 2023.
Proton achieved a productive first half of 2023 by attaining its highest overall sales figures since 2012. With 14,351 units sold in June (domestic + export), total sales have reached 77,321 units, an increase of 28.6% over the same month last year and more than three times faster than the industry’s overall sales growth.
Total industry volume (TIV) is predicted to be 61,900 units in June, translating to a market share for Proton of 23.2%. Year-to-date market share has climbed once more to 21.3%, an increase of 3.2% over the same period in 2022.
The covers are officially off and we can finally share everything there is to know about the new flagship Proton SUV.
One of the biggest debates that has been raging online is the speculation as of the pricing, but it must be said that at the prices listed below, the X90 has undoubtedly shook that market:
Flagship: RM152,800
Premium: RM144,800
Executive: RM130,800
Standard: RM123,800
The third Proton model under the X series after the X50 and X70, the X90 almost checks all the boxes for anyone looking for a decent SUV for their family, or even to be driven in because the 6-seater Flagship model is actually quite comfortable to be driven in or to drive, as this writer found out during a press test up to Genting. Check out the video below:
But before going any further with this article, it is important to understand that the cars we drove were pre-production models. So there were things about it that were not quite up to mark, such as the fact that the wind and tyre noise was quite audible inside the cabin, and power seemed to be lacking as the car simply did not have much torque to rely on when climbing up Genting Highlands.
So it was a bit of a relief to know that the cars we drove were pre-production models, and the cars that will be handed to customers will be better, or so that’s what we were told by Proton’s engineers during a Q&A session after the drive.
But there’s much more to the X90 than just that:
Design
There really isn’t much to say about the design of the X90 that has not been said already. It is slightly different than the Geely HaoYue which it is based on and Proton did have some say in the design direction of the X90 but this was mostly around the front end where the now iconic ethereal bow has a more prominent presence.
As compared to the X50 and X70, the grille features a diamond like design which Proton says has been inspired by a “kain songket” and calls it the infinite weave.
On the inside, there’s the usual updates which we found in the X70 some years ago as well. Such as a new steering wheel design with the Proton logo placed in the middle.
Interior
During the first preview event held about two weeks prior to the press drive, Proton said that the interior of the X90 is sure to surprise. Proton’s Head of Design Azlan Othman had described it as a “well appointed interior”, and we believed him because the interior truly looked and felt good.
But after viewing it under the sun and spending time in it, it must be said that the interior is more than just good, it is the best interior ever seen in a Proton.
Unlike the interior of the X70 that was staid with some boring faux aluminium trimming that felt hollow when explored in detail, the interior of the X90 has none of that.
Well appointed is an understatement with the soft touch plastics, premium stitching and well-built switches. In fact, the interior feels like it belongs in a RM200,000 car. And even though it is not as well put together as a Mazda, it is pretty close. In our opinion at least.
Families will appreciate the overall spaciousness too. It does not matter if you pick the six of seven seater, space is generous. An industry colleague of ours took the third row seats on the way down from Genting, and his 170cm frame was quite comfortable. The only issue with having anyone seated in the third row is that booth space takes a hit and with the third row seats in place there’s only enough space for three to four small to medium sized baggage.
We also like the fact that every passenger gets an air-conditioning vent (roof mounted for the rear passengers) and each also gets a dedicated Type A or Type C USB port. The X90 is definitely well suited for life as a family car.
A 12.3-inch touchscreen entertainment system dominates the dashboard and provides a crisp, clear readout of all the necessary information. There’s no Apple CarPlay and Android Auto but Proton is already finding it difficult to make a case against having those system so we suspect these two must have features may crop up in future models.
Having said that, you will have to rely on the onboard Atlas navigation system, which, as we found out, is not the sharpest tool in the GPS shed. Google Maps and Waze are lightyears ahead in terms of accuracy and for providing real time traffic updates.
On the topic of digital meter panels, there’s also another full digital panel that serves as the instrument cluster. It too offers clear readability but there’s just one complaint here in that it can be quite confusing at first. There’s just too much information on display at any given time, so it does require some getting used to. On that matter, the X70’s instrument panel is easier to read when driving.
On the flipside though, the clarity and sharpness of the X90’s reverse and 360 cameras will put some luxury cars to shame. It’s one of the best in the market right now.
Powerplant
The X90 is powered by the same 1.5-litre, three-cylinder, turbocharged engine as found in the X70 MC. It is mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox with power being sent exclusivity to the front wheels.
The engine in the X90 may be the same as the X70 MC, but here the engine is backed up by a belt-started generator (BSG) that basically makes the X90 a mild hybrid.
Proton calls the system the EMS, which stands for Electric Motor Synergy, and you will find that badging under the wing mirrors.
The entire EMS system is made up of the generator, a DC to DC generator, a lithium-ion battery placed under the boot floor, a battery management system, a brake energy recuperation system and a control system to manage the hybrid module.
By itself, the engine produces 177PS and 255Nm of torque. But with the hybrid system added on, the X90 puts out a further 13PS and 45Nm of torque for a total system output of 190PS and 300Nm of torque. Power is sent to the front wheels via a seven-speed wet dual-clutch gearbox.
Proton claims that the increase in power allows 10% better acceleration and reduces CO2 emissions by 13%.
One of the key features of the powertrain is something called the ‘Smart Glide’.
Designed to improve efficiency, Smart Glide disengages the gearbox when coasting between 30 and 120km/h for smoother driving. And the engine even switches off at below 15km/h when coming to a standstill to improve fuel economy.
The great thing about this system is that you don’t ever feel it working in the background, and because the meter panel is completely digital, you can’t tell when the engine is switched off either. Most people will be hard pressed to feel it working, such is its smoothness.
Conclusion:
The X90 is by far the most premium car Proton has ever made. The interior is well built and spacious as well and it is a great car for families and executives alike. It offers all the features you like and big families will appreciate the copious amount of legroom that the third row seats have to offer.
It also offers all the driver assistance systems that are expected of modern day cars such as autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, intelligent cruise control, lane change assist, rear cross traffic alert (a first for Proton), and the usual passive safety systems as well.
And now with prices starting from just RM123,800, there is no doubt that the Proton X90 is the new flagbearer for the Malaysian SUV segment and currently the best value for money SUV currently in the market.
