Proton X70 SUV

  • 4 years ago
Proton Holdings Bhd will open bookings for its new sports utility vehicle from tomorrow.

The new SUV, which has been named using a new alphanumeric naming convention as the X70 is available for booking for RM1000.

The X70 was unveiled to the media at a special media preview held today at the Proton Styling Studio at the Proton Centre of Excellence.

During the preview, the X70 Executive (AWD) and Premium were showcased together with its 18-inch wheels wrapped by 225/60 series tyres and a 1.8-litre turbocharged gasoline direct-injection (TGDI) engine, with Eco and Sport driving modes, producing 181hp and 285Nm of torque and is managed by a six-speed automatic. No paddle shifters were seen.

Externally, it was fitted with front automatic LED headlights with daytime running lights that flanked Geely's signature infinite weave grille that now sports a Proton's badge as well as rear LED light clusters to name a few.