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76-481: The first sketches of a Proton MPV existed as early as the 1990s. During this period, all of Proton's offerings were either saloon or hatchback vehicles. In 2001, Proton experimented with larger vehicles by introducing the Juara Mini-MPV, a rebadged Mitsubishi Town Box Wide . However, its unconventional kei car design drew criticism, and it was discontinued in 2004 amid poor sales. The Proton MPV project

152-648: A no frills version of the CFE powered Exora known as Proton Exora Bold 1.6 CFE Standard. It was launched to appeal to mass potential buyers by offering no additional accessories, but with standard CFE engine, CVT transmission and ABS + EBD. With a marginally lower price tag, it slots in between the Exora Bold Executive and Exora Bold Premium. Although eventually, the Executive variant stopped its production to make way for this standard variant. The Exora Prime

228-643: A 1.3-litre and a 1.6-litre, both of which incorporate variable valve timing (VVT) technology for more power and improved fuel-efficiency. The new Proton will be able to travel from Bukit Kayu Hitam in the very north of the Malay Peninsula to Johor Bahru in the very south, a journey of around 800 kilometres (500 miles) in just a single tank of petrol. It is however worth noting that Proton's older CamPro CPS and more recent CamPro CFE also offer VVT technology. The new 1.3 and 1.6 engines will also offer reduced emissions, in line with Proton's intentions to sell

304-588: A built-in office working table, fridge and intercom, as well as a 19-inch LCD TV and a seat massaging system among others. Proton later revealed that the Exora Prestige was indeed being made and sold to selected VIPs. On 16 July 2009, Proton showcased the Proton Exora Turbo concept at Universiti Putra Malaysia , Serdang . It housed a CamPro CPS engine fitted with various aftermarket performance parts, offering 270 hp and 350Nm of torque,

380-413: A chrome strip dubbed ethereal bow and Proton lettering on the rear as well as redesigned front and rear bumpers. For the Executive and Premium variant, in place of the front fog lamps are now LED DRLs. Two new wheel designs are present. A 14-inch single-tone one for 1.3 Standard variant and 15-inch dual-tone wheels for Executive and Premium variants. On 5 August 2021, Proton launched its second facelift of

456-728: A cost of between RM560 million. The company has also promised a 5-Star ANCAP safety rating for the P2-30A. Introduction of the Iriz in Mauritius took place in October 2016, while Indonesian introduction occurred in February 2017. In 2017, Proton Iriz was updated which included various improvements from its sibling, the Persona . The 1.6L Executive variant was released to the public, and

532-600: A footman/mechanic) was the first sedan, since it is the first known car to be produced with a roof. A one-off instance of similar coachwork is also known in a 1900 De Dion-Bouton Type D. A sedan is typically considered to be a fixed-roof car with at least four seats. Based on this definition, the earliest sedan was the 1911 Speedwell , which was manufactured in the United States. In American English , Latin American Spanish , and Brazilian Portuguese ,

608-679: A four-door station wagon from 1958 until 1960 in the Rambler and Ambassador series. In 1973, the US government passed Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 216 creating a standard roof strength test to measure the integrity of roof structure in motor vehicles to come into effect some years later. Hardtop sedan body style production ended with the 1978 Chrysler Newport . Roofs were covered with vinyl, and B-pillars were minimized by styling methods like matt black finishes. Stylists and engineers soon developed more subtle solutions. A close-coupled sedan

684-733: A head unit that runs GKUI with the Premium variant getting Proton's Hi Proton voice recognition feature. A new gear shifter design is only to be found on the Standard MT and Premium CVT variants with a frameless rearview mirror exclusive to the Premium variant. Lastly, there are two types of instrument clusters: one for the Standard with a standard LCD and one for the Executive and Premium variants with full colour and more functionality. The 2019 Iriz key design changes include revised front fascia with Proton's new infinite weave design language with

760-605: A horizontal trunk lid. The term is generally only referred to in marketing when it is necessary to differentiate between two sedan body styles (e.g., notchback and fastback) of the same model range. Several sedans have a fastback profile but a hatchback-style tailgate is hinged at the roof. Examples include the Peugeot 309 , Škoda Octavia , Hyundai Elantra XD , Chevrolet Malibu Maxx , BMW 4 Series Grand Coupe , Audi A5 Sportback , and Tesla Model S . The names hatchback and sedan are often used to differentiate between body styles of

836-508: A loss of traction is detected, VDC automatically reduces engine speed and applies braking pressure, ensuring that the driver remains in control. As for safety, the Iriz was tested again in 2020 and scored a maximum of five stars in the ASEAN NCAP crash test. This is done under the newly revised and restructured protocols of the 2020 ASEAN NCAP guidelines which has a different testing regime over its previous system. The critical sections of

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912-476: A manufacturer produces two-door sedan and four-door sedan versions of the same model, the shape and position of the greenhouse on both versions may be identical, with only the B-pillar positioned further back to accommodate the longer doors on the two-door versions. A sedan chair, a sophisticated litter , is an enclosed box with windows used to transport one seated person. Porters at the front and rear carry

988-606: A massive jump from the stock CamPro CPS engine which could only put out 125 hp and 150Nm of torque. Proton participated in the RAC Future Car Challenge on 6 November 2011 with plug-in electric versions of the Exora, Saga and Persona , in which the company claimed two awards despite their shortcomings. In 2015, the Proton Pick-up Concept was showcased to the public twice. This concept

1064-596: A planned 2012 launch in the United Kingdom, but no such launch has occurred yet. A future launch in China and other left-hand drive markets are also anticipated, as there is evidence of left-hand drive Exora CFE testing units. In July 2015, Proton signed a distributor agreement with Andes Motor, and the first left-hand drive Prevé and Exora evaluation units were shipped to Chile in November. The official launch of

1140-574: A railroad train's club carriage (e.g.,, the lounge or parlour carriage). From the 1910s to the 1950s, several United States manufacturers have named models either Sedanet or Sedanette. The term originated as a smaller version of the sedan; however, it has also been used for convertibles and fastback coupes. Models that have been called Sedanet or Sedanette include the 1917 Dort Sedanet, King , 1919 Lexington , 1930s Cadillac Fleetwood Sedanette, 1949 Cadillac Series 62 Sedanette, 1942-1951 Buick Super Sedanet , and 1956 Studebaker . Sedans, as

1216-558: A range of seven different colours. Proton also iterated that the GSC is not a direct successor or replacement to the Savvy as initially believed by the media, but is instead a separate new segment for Proton. The GSC will be a larger B-segment 5-door hatchback, unlike the much smaller A-segment Savvy. The Iriz originally scheduled for an April, May or June 2014 launch in Malaysia. However,

1292-414: A specific category of automobiles, have had serious social consequences shaped by their design and use. Their compact and fuel-efficient nature has made them a preferred choice for urban and suburban settings, promoting individual mobility. However, this accessibility has contributed to increased urban sprawl and car dependency. Sedans, like other private vehicles, encourage dispersed living patterns, reducing

1368-535: A standard safety feature. The Premium variant upgraded its seat upholstery from semi-leatherette to full-leatherette and removed the rear fog lamp. The engine received a redesigned oil cooler hose to address a previously identified issue of premature failure. Throughout the Proton Exora production, two engines have been available: A 1.6L naturally aspirated CPS engine and a 1.6L turbocharged CFE engine. The Proton Exora uses MacPherson strut with coil spring on

1444-600: A tie-up with Mitsubishi Motors in 2011 regarding the development of Proton's upcoming small car. The first official Iriz details from Proton came in the form of a naming contest called Nama Siapa Hebat? ( "Whose Name Is Greatest?" in English). The contest invited all citizens of Malaysia to help name the upcoming car. The name had to be in Malay and was to consist of no more than six letters. The contest ran for one month from 25 June till 25 July 2013. The grand prize winner

1520-457: Is a body style produced in the United States during the 1920s and 1930s. Their two-box boxy styling made these sedans more like crossover vehicles than traditional three-box sedans. Like other close-coupled body styles, the rear seats are farther forward than a regular sedan. This reduced the length of the body; close-coupled sedans, also known as town sedans, were the shortest of the sedan models offered. Models of close-coupled sedans include

1596-473: Is also used by its sedan equivalent, the Persona (BH) which was introduced in 2016. The name Iriz is inspired by the anatomical term iris , responsible for sight and vision. Plans for a Proton Savvy replacement were first revealed with the introduction of the Proton EMAS concept cars at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show . The EMAS concept cars were designed by Italdesign Giugiaro and are related to

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1672-630: Is based on the Exora and is reminiscent of the Proton Arena , Proton's last and only pick-up truck. Prior the launch of the Exora, the budget MPV segment in Malaysia was monopolized by the Toyota Avanza , Toyota Innova and Nissan Grand Livina . Unlike the Juara , the Exora was a true winner, and has since been consistently positioned among the Top 10 best selling vehicles in Malaysia. Following

1748-463: Is called Limousine and a limousine is a Stretch-Limousine . In the United States, two-door sedan models were marketed as Tudor in the Ford Model A (1927–1931) series. Automakers use different terms to differentiate their products and for Ford's sedan body styles "the tudor (2-door) and fordor (4-door) were marketing terms designed to stick in the minds of the public." Ford continued to use

1824-580: Is the most expensive variant available. It is technically identical to the Exora Bold Premium but offers far superior levels of luxury. The major distinguishing features of this car would be the captain seats in the second row, dual headrest LCDs and a unique color option, Absolute Brown. Photos of facelifted Exora Bold circulated on social media network in December 2014. The changes merely on cosmetic aspect. The SP variant design cues reminded to

1900-684: The Chrysler Imperial , Duesenberg Model A , and Packard 745 A two-door sedan for four or five passengers but with less room for passengers than a standard sedan. A Coach body has no external trunk for luggage. Haajanen says it can be difficult to tell the difference between a Club and a Brougham and a Coach body, as if manufacturers were more concerned with marketing their product than adhering to strict body style definitions. Close-coupled saloons originated as four-door thoroughbred sporting horse-drawn carriages with little room for rear passengers' feet. In automotive use, manufacturers in

1976-589: The Lotus Ethos , a similar concept car from Proton's British subsidiary. Proton and Lotus Cars wished to jointly develop the global small car, where the Proton versions will be aimed at the budget conscious and the Lotus models on the hot hatch market. However, since the announcement, Proton has undergone a change in ownership and further details on the joint venture have not been publicized. Proton also considered

2052-647: The Studebaker Four and Studebaker Six models were marketed as sedans. There were fully enclosed automobile bodies before 1912. Long before that time, the same fully enclosed but horse-drawn carriages were known as a brougham in the United Kingdom, berline in France, and berlina in Italy; the latter two have become the terms for sedans in these countries. It is sometimes stated that the 1899 Renault Voiturette Type B (a 2-seat car with an extra external seat for

2128-671: The 1.3L Standard model. Automatic headlights becomes standard. On April 23, 2019, Proton officially launched the first facelifted Iriz at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. On February 18, 2021, Proton released the Proton Iriz R3 limited edition. On August 5, 2021, Proton launched the second facelifted Iriz, with three new variants available. The 1.3L Standard, 1.6L Executive and 1.6L Active. Both 1.3L Standard MT and 1.6L Premium variants have been dropped. New colours include Citric Orange and Passion Red,

2204-535: The 17th-century litter known as a sedan chair, a one-person enclosed box with windows and carried by porters. Variations of the sedan style include the close-coupled sedan, club sedan, convertible sedan, fastback sedan, hardtop sedan, notchback sedan, and sedanet. A sedan ( / s ɪ ˈ d æ n / ) is a car with a closed body (i.e., a fixed metal roof) with the engine, passengers, and cargo in separate compartments. This broad definition does not differentiate sedans from various other car body styles. Still, in practice,

2280-406: The 21st century, saloon remains in the long-established names of particular motor races. In other languages, sedans are known as berline ( French ), berlina ( European Spanish , European Portuguese , Romanian , and Italian ), though they may include hatchbacks. These names, like the sedan, all come from forms of passenger transport used before the advent of automobiles. In German , a sedan

2356-443: The Executive and Executive Plus. The exterior design of the 2017 Exora has been updated to feature Proton's new three-dimensional badge, in line with the company's recently launched models. The existing CamPro 1.6L Turbo engine and CVT powertrain has also been carried over, but it now sits on a new three-mount configuration, designed to reduce transmissions of engine vibrations into the cabin. The 2019 Proton Exora RC (running change)

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2432-492: The Executive and Premium variants. For the first time in the Proton Exora history, the only engine choice was Proton's turbocharged CFE engine. The 2017 Proton Exora (Enhanced) was introduced on July 23, 2017 as the successor to the Exora Bold MC2. The 2017 Exora introduced mainly cosmetic changes along with noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) enhancements. The model range was also streamlined to two trim levels, namely

2508-575: The Exora B-Line trim (known latter as standard), debuting on November 19, 2009, four days before the Perodua Alza's launch. The variant is equipped with fewer safety features and is available only in manual transmission. Proton unveiled the Exora 25th Anniversary Edition, alongside a Saga and Persona variant in July 2010. On July 15, 2010, 15 months after the initial launch, Proton released

2584-643: The Exora Bold and Exora Prime. The Exora Bold is available in three variants, including the Exora Bold Executive MT, Exora Bold Executive AT and Exora Bold Premium CVT, while the Exora Prime was available in one, high-end luxury trim. The Exora Bold Premium and Exora Prime are powered by Proton's new CamPro CFE engine, which was developed in house by Proton and Lotus . CFE stands for "Charged Fuel Efficiency." The facelifted Exora became

2660-495: The Exora MC, in which "MC" denotes Minor Change. The car received a new body kit, chrome-plated front fog light surrounds and 15-inch twin five spoke alloy rims on the exterior, whereas the interior featured darker grey trim panels and Alcantara/suede on the door panels. Proton conceived of a turbocharged Exora in an effort to uphold its place in the market. The company launched the car on December 15, 2011, as two facelift models:

2736-620: The Exora Prime CVT model was discontinued. Electronic Stability Control (ESC), rear fog lamp and two side airbags were introduced in both Premium and Super Premium variants. The 2013 to 2014 Standard CFE CVT variant specifications are identical to 2015 to 2017 Executive variant. In 2016, the Standard CPS model was dropped and sometime between 2016 and 2017 Proton quietly discontinued the Super Premium (SP) variants leaving

2812-523: The Exora in an effort to entice potential Alza buyers. Despite Proton's best efforts, the largely cheaper Alza outsold the Exora by a significant margin, and the former replaced the latter as Malaysia's best selling MPV from 2010 and onwards. The Exora has an equivalent 4-star Euro NCAP rating after 32 Exoras were crashed at the Applus+ IDIADA crash testing facility in Spain. Additionally, the Exora

2888-691: The Exora received critical acclaim from the Thais, scoring 1,388 bookings out of a total 25,220 placed at the event. Exora is Proton's best selling car in Thailand. In 2012, Proton replaced the Exora with the new Exora CFE for the Indonesian, Thai and Singaporean markets. The Exora CFE was previewed in Australia during the 2012 Australian International Motor Show . It will become Australia's cheapest MPV when it went on sale in mid-2013. The Exora CFE also had

2964-483: The Iriz's body structure incorporates Proton's RESS hot press forming (HPF) technology, which is five times stronger than normal cold rolled galvanized steel. Proton is one of the earliest adopters of HPF technology, and the company's efforts helped rank Malaysia as the sixth country in the world to adopt HPF manufacturing. In the event of an accident, the Iriz's body control module automatically unlocks all doors to facilitate an emergency exit. The Head Restraint reduces

3040-516: The Livina X-Gear crossover hues. There are 5 variants of the Exora Bold MC2, with a choice of either CPS or CFE engine depending on variant choice. The first 2 CPS variants are the MT and AT Standard model. The other 3 CFE variants are Executive, Premium and Super Premium (SP) which are all in form of automatic CVT transmission. The launching of MC2 also marked the reappearance of AT CPS Exora while

3116-587: The MPV were aired on Malaysian national television on May 27, 2008, previewing its upcoming features. Proton filed a patent for the upcoming MPV with the United Kingdom Intellectual Property Office (IPO) on October 24, 2008, and it was approved several days later, on November 4. The official name Proton Exora , along with its tagline Keriangan Keluarga (English: Family Fun) was announced on February 17, 2009. "Exora," which

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3192-672: The Myvi 1.3 litre equivalent has lower power (67 kW at 6,000 rpm and 117 Nm torque at 4,400 rpm). Proton uses a 1.6 litre engine pulling 109PS at 5,750 rpm and 150 Nm (111 ft lbs) of torque, which is also higher than the Myvi 1.5 litre engine which pulls 104PS at 6,000 rpm and 136 Nm (100 ft lbs) of torque at 4,000 rpm. The Proton Iriz is powered by either a 1.3-litre or 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine. Both units are capable of variable valve timing (VVT) and have new blocks, pistons and valves. The new VVT engines are also Euro 5 compliant, but were nonetheless detuned to Euro 4 standards for

3268-421: The Myvi's 3,690mm (12 ft, 1in); it is also wider at 1,720mm (5 ft, 7in) (Myvi: 1,665mm (5 ft, 5.6in)), and is 5mm (0.2 in) higher than the Myvi (1,550mm (5 ft, 1in) for Iriz versus 1,545mm for Myvi). The Iriz has a longer wheelbase of 2,555mm (8 ft, 4.6in) versus the Myvi at 2,440mm. The 1.3 litre Iriz is rated at 70 kW (95 PS) at 5,750 rpm, and 120 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm, while

3344-521: The P2-30A in markets which impose taxes based on emissions such as the European Union. The car will also be offered with an electric power steering (EPS) system for ease of steering and improved fuel efficiency, along with a choice of either manual or automatic transmission. Proton claims that the new engines will be 10% more fuel-efficient in comparison to the older CamPro engines. Additionally, Azlan Othman, Proton's Head of Styling mentioned that

3420-698: The Proton Exora in Chile was tentatively pegged at May 2016. The Exora is also sold in Egypt with two variants: Executive and Premium. Both variants are powered by Proton's CFE engine paired to a CVT transmission. The specifications is similar to that of the Malaysian market Exora Bold (MC2). A batch of Proton cars including the Exora departed Malaysia in September 2018 and arrived in Egypt in October 2018. Proton also showcased two concept models by Proton Design during

3496-584: The Proton Iriz which brought about more changes to its exterior and interior. Gaining an all-new face that's shared with the 2022 Proton Persona for the first time. This includes new bumpers with the top-spec Active variant gaining a rugged crossover look, aimed towards the younger crowd. New 16-inch alloys finish off the exterior, while the interior gains a new look and feel. The dashboard and centre console are new with red highlights found throughout. The Iriz measures 3,905mm (12 ft, 8in) in length versus

3572-473: The Tudor name for 5-window coupes, 2-door convertibles, and roadsters since all had two doors. The Tudor name was also used to describe the Škoda 1101/1102 introduced in 1946. The public popularized the name for a two-door model and was then applied by the automaker to the entire line that included a four-door sedan and station wagon versions. In the United States, the notchback sedan distinguishes models with

3648-462: The United Kingdom used the term to develop the chummy body, where passengers were forced to be friendly because they were tightly packed. They provided weather protection for extra passengers in what would otherwise be a two-seater car. Two-door versions would be described in the United States and France as coach bodies. A postwar example is the Rover 3 Litre Coupé . Produced in the United States from

3724-526: The chair with horizontal poles. Litters date back to long before ancient Egypt, India, and China. Sedan chairs were developed in the 1630s. Etymologists suggest the name of the chair very probably came through varieties of Italian from the Latin sedere , or the Proto-Indo-European root " sed- " meaning "to sit." The first recorded use of sedan for an automobile body occurred in 1912 when

3800-482: The density of communities and limiting opportunities for local social interactions. This can lead to a decline in neighborhood growth and an increase in reliance on cars for even short trips, increasing environmental and health concerns through CO2 and Greenhouse Gas emissions and reduced physical activity . Furthermore, while sedans are a practical solution for families and individuals, their role in encouraging road-centric urban planning has been criticized for reducing

3876-483: The domestic market. Proton had announced plans to license a turbo diesel engine from a foreign manufacturer, to better compete in European markets. All Iriz variants get Proton's VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control) active safety net which consists of ESC, TCS, ABS, EBD, BA and HHA. Vehicle Dynamic Control aims to prevent or minimize the risks of a potential accident. It monitors the driver's steering and braking input, and if

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3952-452: The first Malaysian car to feature a turbocharged engine. In form of new bumper, the Exora Bold Executive is the facelift model of Exora M-Line. It is still powered by Proton's non-turbocharged CamPro CPS engine. The Exora Bold Premium shares much of its exterior and interior features with the Exora Bold Executive, but is powered by Proton's new CamPro CFE turbocharged engine and a CVT transmission. On January 11, 2013, Proton introduced

4028-453: The front and torsion beam with coil spring for the rear. The Proton Exora uses a rack & pinion hydraulic power steering system and has a turning radius of 5.4 metres (18 ft). Proton exports the Exora to neighbour Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore, Brunei and Australia. The Proton Exora launched in Thailand during the 2009 Thailand International Motor Expo. Despite being a newcomer and facing stiff competition from rival Japanese makes,

4104-413: The key features that made these ratings possible is the use of high tensile steel for the body cage, providing better stability and increased impact absorption during a collision. Side impact bars are also installed to reinforce the door frames and to absorb impacts from both sides. In May 2023, Proton was announced that the discontinuation and its plans for ending production of the Exora by late 2023, as

4180-497: The latter replacing the previous Ruby Red. The 2019 Iriz sees a new seat pattern for the Standard and Executive variants, and the air conditioning controls markings are now white only. The Standard variants feature a double din like-sized head unit with capacitive buttons that are not visible without illumination. This is a similar head unit to that found in Saga, Persona and Exora Standard. The Executive and Premium variant meanwhile has

4256-407: The launch ceremony, the Exora Prime and Exora Prestige. The Exora Prime concept featured mostly cosmetic exterior and interior upgrades over the regular Exora, several of which made it into production two years later in the 2012 Exora Prime. The Exora Prestige variant on the other hand offered far superior levels of luxury and kit in an effort to gauge its potential as a vehicle fit for VIPs. It offered

4332-419: The launch has since been delayed to 25 September. since it has to go a 100,000 km drive cycle on road testing. The Iriz will be the first all-new model to be developed under Proton's new owner, DRB-HICOM . Dr. Mahathir Mohamad , recently appointed chairman of Proton has stated that in a bid to move upmarket, the upcoming Iriz will cost more than expected, but nonetheless still cheaper than its rivals from

4408-595: The launch of the Proton Exora in April 2009, Perodua , which had also been developing a MPV since early 2008 previewed the Alza on 6 June 2009, a smaller, less powerful and thus less expensive MPV to counter sales of the Exora. Perodua opted to simply rebadge the Daihatsu Boon Luminas . The Perodua Alza had a planned November 2009 launch, but Proton took advantage of the delay and introduced cheaper variants of

4484-439: The manual transmission was only available on the base Standard model. In February 2019, Proton released a press release attached with official images showcasing the Proton Iriz facelift. On 28 February 2019, more specifications were revealed on the facelift Iriz during an official media preview. It was revealed that the 1.6L Executive CVT model would make a comeback while the manual transmission will only continue to be offered on

4560-436: The mid-1920s to the mid-1950s, the name club sedan was used for highly appointed models using the sedan chassis. Some people describe a club sedan as a two-door vehicle with a body style otherwise identical to the sedan models in the range. Others describe a club sedan as having either two or four doors and a shorter roof and therefore less interior space than the other sedan models in the range. Club sedan originates from

4636-672: The new GSC will maintain Proton's design philosophy of 'timeless beauty'. In his words, “We don't need to be trendy, and then forgotten. We need to be timeless, to have designs that last.” In terms of safety, the Proton GSC will launch as the safest Proton car yet, safer even than the bigger and more expensive Prevé and Suprima S. It will be equipped with no less than 10 computerised electronic systems, 6 airbags and Proton's Reinforced Safety Structure (RESS) with Hot Press Forming (HPF) technology. The P2-30A will be offered in at least 3 variants, namely 'Standard', 'Executive' and 'Premium', in

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4712-434: The removal of side moldings did occur. Executive variants now shares the same Inspira like wheels as the Premium variant but only finished in single tone and the rear trim garnish is finished in chrome opposed to glossy black. The 2023 Proton Exora (running change 2) was introduced on 19 August 2022, available in two variants: Executive and Premium. The exterior featured Proton's latest logo, and both variants included ESC as

4788-429: The same model. To avoid confusion, the term hatchback sedan is not often used. There have been many sedans with a fastback style. Hardtop sedans were a popular body style in the United States from the 1950s to the 1970s. Hardtops are manufactured without a B-pillar leaving uninterrupted open space or, when closed, glass along the side of the vehicle. The top was intended to look like a convertible's top. However, it

4864-537: The same segment. The P2-30A will incorporate better quality components and a long list of standard features never before seen in a small Proton, more even than its bigger siblings, the 2012 Prevé and 2013 Suprima S. Dr. Mahathir has also promised to tackle the issue of quality control among Proton's vendors, with the aim of incorporating the highest quality components from only the best vendors in an effort to improve public confidence in Proton's below-average build quality standards. The Proton Iriz took 4 years to develop at

4940-579: The successor of the MPV still remains unknown. The final Exora left the production line in October 2023 after 14 years, which totalled of 196,583 units. In February 2024, the Exora was removed from its official website, as the model's remaining inventory were sold out entirely. Saloon (car) A sedan or saloon ( British English ) is a passenger car in a three-box configuration with separate compartments for an engine, passengers, and cargo. The first recorded use of sedan in reference to an automobile body occurred in 1912. The name derives from

5016-500: The term sedan is used (accented as sedán in Spanish). In British English , a car of this configuration is called a saloon ( / s ə ˈ l u n / ). Hatchback sedans are known simply as hatchbacks (not hatchback saloons ); long-wheelbase luxury saloons with a division between the driver and passengers are limousines . In Australia and New Zealand , sedan is now predominantly used; they were previously simply cars. In

5092-546: The typical characteristics of sedans are: It is sometimes suggested that sedans must have four doors (to provide a simple distinction between sedans and two-door coupés ); others state that a sedan can have four or two doors. Although the sloping rear roofline defined the coupe, the design element has become common on many body styles with manufacturers increasingly "cross-pollinating" the style so that terms such as sedan and coupé have been loosely interpreted as "'four-door coupes' - an inherent contradiction in terms." When

5168-532: The viability of public transportation and active transport modes like walking and cycling. In cities heavily dependent on sedans, air pollution, noise, and traffic fatalities often increase, posing public health risks and environmental challenges . Proton Iriz The Proton Iriz is a supermini (B-segment) produced by Malaysian automobile manufacturer Proton since 2014. It was unveiled on 25 September 2014 at Proton City by Malaysia’s fourth and seventh prime minister, Dr. Mahathir Mohamad . The Iriz platform

5244-453: Was acceptable and leg protection was marginal. In the side impact crash test, it managed 14.82 out of 16 points – driver chest protection was listed as acceptable. The Exora result – with testing carried out in July 2013 – reflected its performance in the 40% frontal offset test, where the risk of serious injury to the driver's legs was high. Side impact performance was good, but overall pedestrian test results were poor, according to ANCAP. One of

5320-399: Was awarded a 4-star rating by Malaysia's own MyVAP evaluation program. The Exora was given a four-star ANCAP safety rating, applicable to all variants. The MPV, which is {{ya}} with dual frontal and side airbags with thorax and head protection for front occupants, scored 26.37 out of a possible 37 points. In the offset crash test, the Exora scored 10.55 out of 16 points – driver chest protection

5396-543: Was fixed and made of hard material that did not fold. All manufacturers in the United States from the early 1950s into the 1970s provided at least a 2-door hardtop model in their range and a 4-door hardtop. The lack of side bracing demanded a strong, heavy chassis frame to combat unavoidable flexing. The pillarless design was also available in four-door models using unibody construction. For example, Chrysler moved to unibody designs for most of its models in 1960 and American Motors Corporation offered four-door sedans, as well

5472-594: Was inspired from the Ixora flower, was chosen among 251,763 entries during the Name The Proton MPV competition by the grand prize winner, Norsholihan Binti Abdul Eanich. After a development phase of 18 months, production of the Exora finally commenced in March 2009 at Proton's Shah Alam plant. The Proton Exora was officially unveiled on April 15, 2009, becoming Malaysia's first indigenously designed MPV . It

5548-460: Was introduced on 28 May 2019. Two variants are offered: Executive and Premium. The Exora follows the Iriz and Persona with several changes in the cabin. The Premium variant meanwhile has a head unit that runs GKUI with Proton's Hi Proton voice recognition feature. Its exterior doesn't follow the latest Proton design language although the replacement of the bee-sting antenna with a shark fin antenna and

5624-536: Was later revived in mid-2006 under the leadership of former Proton Managing Director Syed Zainal Abidin. The car was designed to suit Malaysian tastes and expectations, built from the ground up on an all-new platform. The result was the Proton P2 platform, developed in house by Proton with consultancy from LG CNS . On February 11, 2008, the Proton MPV was officially announced for an early 2009 launch. Sketches of

5700-515: Was offered in two trim variants upon its initial launch, the M-Line and H-Line respectively. Both variants were powered by the 1.6 litre CamPro CPS engine and limited to a four-speed automatic transmission . The Exora M-Line MT was introduced on July 7, 2009, becoming the first Exora variant available with a five-speed manual transmission . A no frills version of the Exora was spotted undergoing testing on June 22, 2009. It later materialized into

5776-413: Was to receive a Premium variant of the car upon its launch in 2014. Proton began processing contest entries by August 2013, taking the necessary precautions to avoid trademark conflicts and language ambiguity in global markets. On 22 August 2014, Proton Chief Technical Officer (CTO) Abdul Rashid Musa held a media briefing on the upcoming P2-30A. The briefing detailed that two new engines will be offered,

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