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Launching and News of Proton Persona Products

noreply@blogger.com (akmal) — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:12:00 +0000

Proton invited a few Persona Elegance pre-launch booking customers from East Malaysia to the launch of the new Persona Elegance at their COE headquarters by the KESAS highway yesterday. They were also here to visit Proton’s plant, Proton’s test track and of course the launch itself. It’s all part of the My Proton Journey program.

Proton Persona Elegance facelift – FULL DETAILS!

We just got back from the launch of the facelifted Proton Persona, which is officially called the Proton Persona Elegance. Available in three trim levels – Base Line, Medium Line and High Line – the Persona Elegance is powered by the familiar 1.6-litre Campro IAFM engine with 110 bhp at 6,500 rpm and 148 Nm of torque from 4000 rpm. Buyers can choose between a four-speed automatic or five-speed manual, but the High Line model only comes with the auto ‘box.

Although output remains, the Campro IAFM in the Persona Elegance comes with a new 32 bit ECU from Continental, which also supplied the previous 16 bit version. According to a Proton source, the new 32 bit ECU has more capabilities compared to the older 16 bit version – capable of more inputs, you can configure more parameters, and it can also interconnect with more systems such as “talking” to a Body Control Module such as the one in the Exora.

It is more of a future-proofing and cost-effectiveness move. Torque and power output remains the same as before. Firstly, Siemens VDO have been moving their global ECU manufacturing to 32 bit being the minimum, so it is not feasible for Proton to continue ordering 16 bit ECUs when the 32 bit version can be had at a far more competitive price. This move is also in preparation for the new Project Phoenix engine that we will soon see in Protons, which will require the capabilities of the new ECU.

The changes go beyond just an aesthetic make-over. We already know there’s a new bodykit, front grille, bumpers and new LED tail lamps. But beyond that, here’s what’s different:

The seat backrest angle has been changed to offer better comfort.
Extra soundproofing material has been added to pillars to improve interior NVH.
Despite power output and torque being the same, a source has indicated that the engine should feel livelier and more responsive. We’ll try to get an initial impression from the showrooms over this weekend.

The original story continues below…

There are a couple of changes to the exterior. As all of you already know from our previous reveals, the Persona Elegance comes with a new rear lamp cluster, now with LED brake lights. The nine LEDs are arranged in two rows – four up and five down. All trims except for the Base Line come with a bodykit, slim rear spoiler and foglamps, although the turning lamps on the side mirrors (illuminates in a cool light bar form) and chrome door handles are standard across the board.

Up front, the facelifted Persona uses the same nose as the Gen 2 CPS along with its “black out” headlamp housing, but with a different grille design. The Proton logo and its “wings” is pushed up to the top of the grille while the Gen 2 CPS has a central emblem. The 15-inch rim design is also new, although the 195/60 size of the tyres are unchanged. As before, the Base Line makes do with steel rims and hubcaps.

Inside, the most apparent change is the replacement of the previous custom designed audio head unit for a conventional single-DIN unit, once again by Blaupunkt. The USB compatible unit should be easier to operate than before with minimal and large buttons, and all trims but the Base Line get steering wheel controls. The meter cluster graphics are also new, now with white numbering and red needles plus a red inner ring, much more “premium looking” than the plain orange dials used before. Proton also says that the angle of rear seat has been changed for improved comfort.

Medium and High Line cars get a GPS navigation set stuck on the windscreen, driver’s seat height adjuster and electric side mirrors. Only the High Line gets leather seats and trim (Base and Medium Line sports a new fabric material), cruise control and remote release for the trunk.

Safety kit wise, the High Line comes with ABS and EBD, two airbags and two pre-tensioner seatblets. Out of this, the Medium Line only gets a driver’s airbag and pre-tensioner seatbelt, while the Base Line gets none of the above.

Here is the price list for the Persona Elegance:

Base Line (M) RM46,499
Base Line (A) RM49,499
Medium Line (M) RM52,999
Medium Line (A) RM55,999
High Line (A) RM59,499

Proton’s latest is available in two new colours – Chiffon Green and Bronze Garnet – in addition to silver and black. Brilliant Red is a colour exclusive to the High Line. Now in showrooms and ready for booking, the Persona Elegance comes with a 2-year/50,000 km manufacturer’s warranty plus a 3-year/125,000 km extended warranty programme – that’s a total of 5 years.

Pictures from the launch this morning, studio images, a video and a full scan of the brochure showing the equipment list of all variants are after the jump.

Proton Persona now sold in Saudi Arabia

The Proton Persona is now in Saudi Arabia, making it the third Proton model offered by Proton’s Saudi Arabian distributor Al Rashed & Al Thunayan Auto Co. The first two models offered there are the Proton Waja and the Proton GEN2, and after the Proton Persona will soon come the Proton Saga.
Last I checked, Proton’s distributorship contract with Al Rashed & Al Thunayan Auto Co is for 5 years beginning the year 2006, and involves a volume commitment of 2,400 units for 2008. They hope this will grow to between 4,000 to 5,000 units annually in the future.

New Europestar Jingyue based on Proton Persona

Youngman Automobile’s Europestar brand has just launched its second offering in the China market, the Europestar Jingyue, also called the Europestar Persona. It debuts at the 2008 Guangzhou Auto Show this week. It’s pretty much our Persona with Europestar badges, powered by the 1.6 liter Campro engine. No specs have been revealed so far.
According to Chinese publication northeast, Lotus is working with Youngman to develop more Europestar models which include a larger car, an SUV and an MPV.
Look for more shots of the Europestar Jingyue after the jump, though they aren’t much other than Proton product photos with the Europestar badge photoshopped on. Even the product photo of the left hand drive interior was just flipped horizontally as you can see from the gear shifter area – the D, 3, 2 and L are flipped.

Proton Persona CNG launched in Thailand!

The Proton Persona CNG was launched earlier this week in Thailand and it will be available in 3 variants – the medium-line auto, medium-line manual and the high-line auto.
The Campro IAFM engine in the Persona CNG can take either regular petrol, an E20 ethanol-petrol mix as well as CNG (compressed natural gas). CNG is basically the fuel that NGV cars such as taxis use in Malaysia.
Proton targets to sell 500 units a month of the Persona CNG in Thailand. With many Malaysians considering NGV conversions right now, it would be timely to introduce the Persona CNG into the Malaysian market soon.
A car that comes with CNG fueling from the factory would be easier on the owner’s pocket as the cost of conversion is factored into the hire purchase loan, plus it is included in the manufacturer warranty.

Thai prices for the Proton Persona CNG:
Proton Persona CNG 1.6 M-LIne Manual – 549,000 Thai Baht
Proton Persona CNG 1.6 M-LIne Auto – 584,000 Thai Baht
Proton Persona CNG 1.6 H-LIne Auto – 629,000 Thai Baht

Some FAQs on the Proton Persona CNG:
Is the car’s capacity to store regular petrol affected?
No as the CNG tank is an “add on” system to the standard Persona.
Where is the fuel filler for me to refill the CNG?
It is located at the engine bay.
How do I switch from CNG to petrol?
It is quite easy and straight forward to switch between petrol and CNG by pressing on a button on the instrument panel.
Is there a gauge to see how much CNG I have left?
Yes, there are 4 LEDs to indicate CNG level.
How big is the CNG tank?
The tank is 90 liters.

Proton Persona CNG to be launched in Thailand

Proton’s Thai distributor Phranakorn Auto Sales will be launching a CNG-equipped Proton Persona in Thailand. The Persona CNG will be able to run on both petrol and compressed natural gas, a fuel which is also available in Malaysia and though limited in availability. CNG is very popular with taxis because of its cheaper price.
Following this announcement you can probably expect Proton to offer a similiarly equipped NGV Persona in Malaysia soon. Factoring the cost of the equipment needed to allow the car to run on natural gas into the hire purchase loan will take alot of financial burden off the carbuyer who is seeking to benefit from the lower price of natural gas.
The problem is refuelling your car with CNG in Malaysia is currently only limited to selected Petronas stations which are mainly concentrated around the Klang Valley. This is an inconvenience.
No prices for the Thai market Proton Persona CNG have been released yet, but as a comparison the Neo is sold for 499,000 Thai baht while the GEN2 goes for 549,000 Thai baht. The cheapest Proton model is the Savvy which goes for 399,000 Thai baht and comprises of half of all Proton cars sold in Thailand.

Proton Persona SE on sale for RM59,800

Proton launched a special edition of the Proton Persona SE today, priced at RM59,800. The Persona SE is only available in two colours – Blue Haze and Brilliant Red. Like all new units of the Persona, the new Proton Persona SE is powered by the Campro IAFM engine which offers a smoother torque curve compared to the old Campro engine. It is only available with an automatic transmission.
The following are the differences in equipment for the special edition model:

Leather-wrapped seats, steering wheel, gear knob and trim
Meter panel from the GEN2 CPS
Different alloy wheel design (15 inch)
Cruise Control
Smoked headlamps
Silver matte door handles and front grille
A bodykit consisting of front, side and rear skirts and a subtle spoiler
A Proton-rebadged windscreen-mounted GPS navigation device

The GPS device loads its maps from an SD card, so it should be easy to replace the maps whenever there are updates. I noticed there were some points of interests loaded onto the map such as local restaurants so if you’re in an area you do not know and want to grab a quick bite the GPS should be quite useful in that sense.
Look after the jump for more photos of the Persona SE.

Proton Persona and Proton Saga on test in India

India’s DNA Money reports that the Proton Saga and the Proton Persona have been spotted on test on the Greater Noida Expressway in India. These may be Proton’s initial model range in the Indian market which is good as niche cars like the 3-door Satria Neo do not make sense at the moment. Interestingly the same report also considers Proton vehicles “high-end” but with quality and finishing issues. When contacted by DNA Money, officials from Proton and rumoured partner Argentum declined to comment.

More Elaborate Details on Persona

noreply@blogger.com (akmal) — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 08:04:00 +0000

You can complete your successes with the persona Elegance. Modern in design, will be endless compliments and envious stares at the norm, this is about the new definition of elegance cruise.

DESIGNED TO IMPRESS
From head to tail, the new Persona exudes elegance. It comes with a full body kit, new rear LED combi, alloy rim design, turning lamps on each mirror, plus an interior that maximises space and comfort.

ALL-ROUND COMFORT
Slip into a spacious cocoon of sheer comfort and luxury. Allow the quiet cabin to promise you peace of mind as you enjoy a smooth drive within an interior that makes you forget all the happenings of your day.

GRACEFUL HANDLING
Find the beauty of driving in the Persona as it responds to your every whim thanks to the legendary Lotus Ride & Handling technology. ABS and EBD ensure that your car tyres never break contact with the road.

UNCOMPROMISING SAFETY
Find security within the protective shell of the Persona, with pre-tensioner seat belts and dual airbags to ensure that you and your passengers are safe from the worst of any sudden crash.

PERSONA EXTERIOR

STYLISED LED LIGHTS Elegantly designed and energy saving LED rear lights add an extra touch of class.

SIGNATURE GRILLE A fusion of a stylish and sleek front grille that is sure to impress.

ALLOY RIMS
Slick alloy rims put flair into your ride.

EXCELLENT ILLUMINATION
Side mirror-mounted turning lamps for highly visible turn signals.

PERSONA INTERIOR

LUXURIOUS LEATHER
Stylish ergonomic seats made for first class comfort.

GENEROUS SPACE
Cabin compartment and boot offer generous space for luggage and personal belongings.

ENHANCED AUDIO
An audio system that naturally comes with MP3 compatibility, AUX and USB ports.

SPORTY DIALS
Instrument dials come with smooth lines and white-illumination for easy readability.

PERFORMANCE & SAFETY

LOTUS RIDE & HANDLING
Experience a ride that responds to every move you make.

ABS AND EBD
ABS and EBD ensures balanced braking action so that your car remains stable while you brake, even on slippery roads.

DUAL SRS AIRBAGS
Airbags to protect driver and passenger from serious injuries in the event of a collision.

SAFER SEATS
Pre-tensioner seat belts help slow upper body movement during a sudden crash.

Proton Persona Test Drive Opinion

noreply@blogger.com (akmal) — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 03:19:00 +0000

Some personal opinion regarding Proton products, in my own word, at least, if Proton Gen.2 had introduced many thought it was a mistake, because Malaysia is a sedan market so when the Persona came out many high expectations of them. But those who did not wait for the car looking for outright performance, but they wanted a sensible, spacious and comfortable ride for the family.

Proton said they listened to their customers, but reasonable, spacious and comfortable are the ingredients for a boring car. Persona is a boring car?The Proton Persona is the car that have come before the Gen.2 to be the real replacement for the Wira and judging from the popularity of the car, it seems that Proton has made the right decision to introduce a sedan.

Malaysians want to score a car that is affordable, spacious and looks great and the personnel in all three points.Obviously, the eyes are a little older, as they a five year old design, but it is still a relatively modern form.Proton has been quite successful in injecting Lotus DNA in their cars and all their products now offer a decent ride and handling, yes, I would go so far as to say that they are among the best handling cars in its price class.

The persona continues with this tradition. However, we must remember that the persona a car that is geared to the mass market and for this reason, proton can not vote in the management as too aggressive, but it's still a car to be driven hard on your favorite winding roads .The only complaint I have is the wooden steering wheel. The feedback is not as intimate as I want but there is sufficient communication between the tire and the driver make sure that you know, what does the car.

The handle limit the persona is not very high, although the chart shows spider web of ride and handling that is the lateral grip level comparable with the best cars in the class. Of course, manufacturers can tune their cars to achieve higher cornering numbers, but this may come at the expense of predictability. Cars with very high cornering give way rather suddenly, and this may be to catch handful for the average driver.

More important than just handle the predictability and that is is what Proton's engineers have focused on. If the car hard into a corner feed, it will tell you in advance if the back is Losing Grip and the early warning system helps drivers keep a cool head and an early response.

The persona also has decent handling characteristics, it strikes a good balance between body and suspension to control smoothness. This is easily demonstrated when the car drives over Speedbumps or hilly terrain without crashing on its bump stops.
Secondary navigation is also impressive, as it absorbs minor road imperfections without shaking the passengers too much. Proton also has a good job of isolating road noise and done out of the cabin, this helps to further strengthen the feeling of stiffness and rigidity of the chassis.These measurements are of course relative, but I think the personality of the ride and handling characteristics of a European car in the 1990s as a Japanese model from the same period.

In fact, if I see a Honda City or Toyota Vios on a winding road, the persona is the perfect foil for a game of the day was going to be with them. In fact I would venture to say that I prefer the personality sure-footed suspension of the other two, which are softer.

If the persona lost in the city or Vios it were, except for the lack of power. The iAFM module may have improved the torque in the midrange distributed, but the engine simply does not produce enough current to drive it an exciting. You have to really play with the money and leave the suffer fuel consumption, if you want to smile on your favorite roads.

The persona is not really an exciting car but it is possible to prevent boring coordinated by a hair, thanks to the Lotus chassis, but do not think even a child that there is some kind of BMW Club or Civic chase itself. It would not leave Perodua in dealing with operations and may make entry-Japanese sedans set in its place, but that's experience.I think that is expected more than what the average customer.

Comfort is an important factor in choosing a family car and a lot of it is determined by the dimensions of the chamber such as leg, knee, head and shoulder room.The Gen.2 came under heavy fire for the lack of headroom for rear passengers, and this problem has increased in the revised roof line and raised a few millimeters wide free space.In terms of overall cabin space, it can be five average-sized adult Malaysian without much complaint fit while on really long trips it is best if you travel to four instead of five.

The cabin design has been thoroughly revised, although most of the effort concentrated on the door panel design and materials. The door panels are now less dramatic look with traditional handles and cloth upholstery, the car but more mature age to help better.I used to hate the cushion on the Gen.2, because it reminds me of cheap nylon trousers as great to see that the persona has ditched it in favor of a more conventional weave.

Sorry, could not afford the company was not re-design and engineer a new instrument panel that would cost too many millions and the weak sales Gen.2 means that the original design still pay for itself.My pet peeve is the fiddly radio controls in the center console, in fact I really hate the round screen and tiny buttons. It reminds me too much of crop circles or the control of aliens mothership in a really cheap science fiction.I really hope that is strong personal sales they make more money on the dashboard soon again.

Malaysians like to travel in large groups, as they pack as many people as possible into the car and that means the robot must be large enough to swallow all your luggage.The Persona high boot line and creates a large cargo area, and it should be enough for four people's weekend without baggage problems.

The personality is not the best family sedan you can buy but that is a factor of price and what people are willing to pay for a proton. I believe that the company is already the possibility of a car that can impress the global market, but their brand strength is still very low and this prevents them from packing a lot of luxury in their models and charging a premium design.

Fortunately, she did not want stopped by the assembly of the high line models with two airbags and ABS brakes. Well, if it were me, the car should have airbags and side curtain bag, but it can be a bit too expensive. We Malaysians are not too many are willing to pay extra for safety features, we?

On a scale of 1 to 10, the persona a strong six, but when you factor in the price that credit rating one level rises to seven. Provide a better quality inside and I can even talk about him a 7.2.If Proton can with a 1.8 version ten for this car would be a great little number.

Review on Proton Persona

noreply@blogger.com (akmal) — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 16:50:00 +0000

I’m the first to admit that the Proton isn’t the most prestigious of car brands around but it's sure out to make its marquee (excuse the pun) with the Persona. And it may well be the closest the average punter will ever get to driving a Lotus. Confused? Proton is in fact owned by the same company that designed and created the legendary Lotus. Now that’s some serious street cred to impress for a very competitively priced car. And that’s just the beginning.

What the Persona may lack in prestige, it sure makes up for in value for money. The Persona has it all for less – think power steering, auto system controls on the steering wheel, air conditioning, electric windows, remote keyless entry, 15' allow wheels, reverse sensors, power seats and a trip computer that allows you to answer the age-old question 'Are we there yet?' along with tracking fuel consumption. Now that’s a lot of bang for your buck. Sold yet? Allow me to continue.

The Proton isn’t all that crash-hot to drive, however, for the price, it's not bad. Not bad at all. The steering is solid (but not too heavy), it handles well, is smooth and quiet and much zippier than I expected. I did find rear visibility a little difficult (the mirrors leave a lot to be desired) and the layout of the dash is hard to navigate.

I also sometimes found it difficult to slot into gear, but for the money, I opted to glaze over this by drawing on the aforementioned 6 degrees of separation to Lotus, pretending I was actually driving the Esprit, Julia-Roberts-style in Pretty Woman.

Speaking of women, many will be impressed by the outstanding ‘bigger is better’ storage in the Proton. From the large centre console, cup holders, a handy shelf under the driver’s dash, and a sunglasses nook to the substantial boot, the Proton is clever in its interior design, and this includes its 3 anchor points for the baby car seat.
Not so admirable, however, is the trim and cheap plastic-y look and feel inside, but again, I was able to divert my attention away to the excellent room and headspace within the cabin.

Eco-friendly, the Proton shoots and scores with its low fuel consumption and was awarded 4 out of 5 stars from the Green Vehicle Guide.

In regards to safety, we can safely say the Proton doesn’t skimp here with the inclusion of dual front airbags with seat belt pre-tensioners and load limiters, ABS, EBD, and an auto lock system. Although not yet crash-tested, Proton are confident that it will pass the test with flying colours.

Issues Raised on Proton Persona

noreply@blogger.com (akmal) — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 16:45:00 +0000

Second national carmaker Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd (Perodua) is optimistic that sales of its best selling model myvi not be affected by the recent entrance slim 1.6 Proton Persona sedan in the local automotive market.

"It would also benefit the provider. Since both Perodua and Proton have the same provider, would with more products on the market contribute to the volume of their business," he told reporters in Rawang yesterday.

Syed Hafiz was the national flag to pass Perodua staff, in conjunction with the 50th Merdeka celebration. Myvi was launched in 2005, is currently the best-selling model in Malaysia, representing more than 30 percent of the total passenger car sales nationwide.

Syed Hafiz said Perodua Meanwhile, export targets its latest model Viva to Singapore, the Middle East and the United Kingdom to replace until next year to its current biggest export market model - Kelisa - had already stopped production last year.

Last year 3,000 vehicles were exported Perodua and the number is expected to double to 6,000 this year and reached 10.000 by 2009.

"As much as we want to see more cars Perodua entering the international market, our current production capacity does not allow us to do so. It looks like we're catching up to meet the local demand to be.

"We will step by step. So we are now in the process of expanding our existing facility, so that we increase the ability, production capacity of 200,000 to 240,000 cars per year.

"The expansion is expected the plant, estimated to cost some RM300 million Perodua to be completed by the end of the year," he added.

Perodua, which is 160,000 vehicles sold last year, or 40 percent of the domestic passenger car sales with a slightly better sales of 161,000 units this year.

Info of Proton Persona Facelift 2010

noreply@blogger.com (akmal) — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:58:00 +0000

Some of the research i have gone through, this is some of my thought about Proton Persona.

The Proton Persona is a compact 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 compact car.

It is available as a sedan and is based upon the platform also shared with the Proton Gen-2 and the Proton Satria Neo. Also available is a Special Edition variant. All Personas are currently manufactured at Proton's Tanjung Malim plant in Tanjung Malim, Perak.

Design

Body

The Proton Persona is essentially a saloon based on the Gen-2 hatchback introduced in 2004, and inherits the Persona name from re-badged Wiras sold in certain countries. It addresses several main flaws of the Gen-2, although the Gen-2 itself remains in sale.

The most noticeable difference of the Persona from the Gen-2 is the a separate, larger boot, making it better suited to the local market, as Malaysians prefer saloons. More importantly, the roofline slopes less, addressing the many complaints on the lack of rear headroom.

Interior

The interior was redesigned to incorporate a glovebox at the dashboard, an accessory that was not available in the Gen-2. The obtrusive analog clock present in the Gen-2's dashboard has also been replaced by a digital one that now resides in the digital display on the instrument panel. In addition, the door trims and panels were modified to feature more ergonomic window switches and door handles, and the pseudo-racing seats were replaced by more conventional and comfortable ones. Fit and finish is noticeably improved a lot and so are the suspension setting as well because it is tuned more to comfort.

A revised version of the Gen-2 launched on March 3, 2008 also incorporates the interior trims of the Persona.

Engine

The 1.6 litre Campro engine in the Persona is the same 82 kW (110 hp) unit used in other Proton models but with an improved cast aluminum oil pan design that reduces the chances of damage. A transmission control unit re-calibration on models with automatic transmissions reduces the hunting of gears and improves gear changes in an attempt to mask the dip in the torque curve in the lower and middle rev ranges. It has been announced that in early 2008 the Persona will be equipped with new Campro engines that incorporate a new variable-geometry intake manifold module (Campro IAFM engine) which improves low-end torque and high-rev breathing.

Now, Proton Persona Facelift 2010, or as Proton would like to call it – Proton Persona Elegance. The car just launch and manage to get many photos from the local Proton Showroom. The Proton Persona Elegance has new bumper, new foglights design, new headlights with black background and the new grille to match the refresh look. Not to forget the new facelift version of Persona comes with new design full bodykit as standard.

From the rear of the Persona Elegance as many claims from spyshot before the launch it has rear LED lights. I was wondering where did i saw similar rear lights design before – Top and Bottom Red, Middle transparent. After digging through my memories of automotive industry – i recall that, The New Mercedes E-Class is also having the similar design. No wonder, it’s call Persona Elegance.

Of course it also comes with a rear bodykit and a nicer finish of tailpipe. A bootlip is also fitted into the New Persona.As a side note, the model with photos here it’s a Proton Persona Elegance Medium Line with manual transmission.

Many wonder is there any improve in the power/engine of the New Persona Elegance. The answer is No. There’s no Campro CPS option still as for now. It is still the 1.6-litre Campro IAFM engine with 110 bhp at 6,500 rpm and 148 Nm of torque from 4000 rpm which is available from the old Persona.

However the dashboard meter design has been change to have a sportier look. We also got to know that this Persona is equipped with a new 32-bit siemens ECU that allows more configuration and integrated to more systems in the car.

The dealer was nice to me and explain almost every single new feature in the new Proton Persona Elegance to me. I was also told that the new fabrics has been fitted in to the B-Line and M-Line model. I had a chance to sit and feel it, in my personal opinion – i think it has better quality than the older one. The older one was softer and more “towel” type. As for the H-Line it is fitted with leather seats.

New side mirrors now come with signal lights fitted to the new Proton Persona.However there’s still no auto folding for the side mirrors. Medium line and High Line get electric adjustable side mirror.

The facelifted Persona, is also equipped with a new audio system by Blaupunkt. The new audio USB jack for thumbdrives and Aux in capabilities. Only the Baseline does not get steering audio controls for the audio system.The Medium Line and High Line gets GPS system from Proton as an external piece.

The Medium Line and Baseline gets rear drums brakes and as for the High Line,disc brakes is fitted front and rear. As for the wheels, Base Line gets steel rims, Medium and High line gets Alloy rims both tyres are 195/60R15 as the specs indicated. Medium Line and Base Line has an option of Manual or Auto Transmission. The High Line Proton Persona Elegance only comes with Auto transmission.

The price of Proton Persona Elegance/facelift as below,

Base Line (M) – RM46,499

Base Line (A) – RM49,499

Medium Line (M) – RM52,999

Medium Line (A) – RM55,999

High Line (A) – RM59,499

I was told that the baseline has a slight reduction, medium line has an increment of RM2000+ as for the Highline, the price remains the same. The sales adviser also claim that it is more value for money to purchase the High Line version. For those who into white cars lately, there’s no white Persona this round, and Red which code name as Brilliant Red is only available if you choose to purchase the High Line Persona Elegance.

On top of that, Proton Persona Elegance come with two new colours which is Bronze Garnet and Chiffon Green. The above photo is Bronze Garnet Proton Persona (more photos check out our gallery below). Of course the all time Malaysian’s favourite colour – Silver is also available and Black too.

The Highline of Proton Persona Elegance gets much more goodies, such as remote trunk release, auto cruise. Notice in the photo there’s one nice luggage tray which is only available for Medium Line and above.

Proton Persona Elegance comes with ABS & EBD for High line. High Line Persona also gets dual air bag & both pre-tensioner seatbelts while Medium Line Persona gets driver side air bag & pre-tensioner seat belt. As for baseline Proton Persona, not of the above is available with it, so drive extra safely.

The Facelifted Proton Persona is available in most of the Proton Showroom. The Proton Persona Elegance comes with with a 2-year or 50,000 km warranty and a 3-year/125,000 km extended warranty program – that’s total of 5 years and 175,000 km.

As summary the facelift Proton Persona definately it’s a better car compare the the old one overall. At least, in my opinion.