Proton GEN•2
| Proton GEN-2 | |
|---|---|
| Proton Gen-2 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Proton |
| Production | 2004–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact |
| Body style | 5-door hatchback |
| Platform | FF |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.3 L Campro S4PE I4 1.6 L Campro S4PH I4 |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm |
| Length | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,725 mm |
| Height | 1,435 mm |
| Curb weight | 1,175 kg |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Proton Wira (hatchback) |
The Proton GEN-2 is a car made by Proton launched in the third quarter of 2004. GEN-2 using a new platform which is the first fully Malaysian-developed (including chassis and engine) by Proton and Lotus. The same platform is also used by Proton Satria Neo.
Codenamed WRM (WRM stands for Wira Replacement Model). It is the first Proton model to use the very first Malaysian-own developed engine, invented by Proton and Lotus engineering team: The 1.6 litre CamPro Engine. The engine is alleged to be sluggish at low revs but Proton claimed that the peak power and torque is well above the 1.6 engines used in other cars. However, later in 2005 the ECU was remapped back to raise the low-end torque, but the maximum power and torque remained unchanged. Lotus Cars which is owned by Proton was instrumental in the development of the car which is evident in the car's ride and handling capability. In Malaysia, the car is rivalled by Hyundai Accent (Verna) and Kia Rio (Pride).
In 2005, a lower-spec version of Proton Gen-2 powered by 1.3L Campro engine was made available in Malaysia with automatic transmission option only.
In 2007, Proton and Lotus announced their hybrid concept version of the Gen-2 (known as Proton Gen-2 EVE Hybrid), revealed during the 2007 Geneva Motor Show.
Proton Gen-2 R3 Concept
| Proton GEN-2 R3 Concept | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Proton |
Race • Rally • Research (R3) unveiled the prototype concept of the eagerly anticipated Gen.2 R3 at the Dreamcars Asia Motorshow 2005 on July 7, 2005. The close to production concept was developed to gauge public response to its styling and performance.
The limited edition track day special was developed with much of the same principles and ideologies as the highly acclaimed Satria R3 but is designed to cater to a totally different market segment. The Gen.2 R3 is expected to appeal to young executives who have just settled down with one or two children.
Specifications
Engine:
- In-line four cylinder 16 valve DOHC transverse mounted PROTON S4PH
- 1597cc, Stroke 88.0mm, Bore 76.0mm
- Max Power : 135hp @ 6,490rpm
- Max Torque : 154Nm @ 5,480rpm
- Max RPM : 6,800rpm
- Performance : 0 – 100km/h 9.7secs, Top Speed 215km/h
- R3-tuned Siemens EMS
- Multi-point injection fuel system
- Recommended fuel quality : 98RON Super Unleaded
- R3-tuned camshafts
- Larger fuel injectors
- Exhaust system : R3-tuned Full Exhaust System
Transmission:
- F5M41 Five-speed manual
Chassis:
- Lightened and stiffened chassis developed from PROTON Gen.2
Bodywork:
- Weight optimised body
- R3-designed ground effect bodykit
- X28 Incognito Black with R3 Blood Stripe
- Total weight ~ 1100kg
- Black full leather Momo Tuner steering wheel with red-stitching
- Recaro SR4 front seats with matching rear seats trim
- Lightened interior trim in black and R3 red
Suspension:
- MacPherson Strut with anti-roll bar front and Multilink with anti-roll bar rear
- R3-tuned suspension geometry
- R3-tuned front and rear anti-roll bar
- R3-tuned spring and damper rates with lowered ride height
- R3 stiffer rubber suspension bushes
Braking System:
- Non-ABS system
- Cross-drilled and slotted ventilated discs with R3-Mintex high performance brake pads front
- Cross-drilled and slotted solid discs with R3-Mintex high performance brake pads rear
Rims / Tyres:
- Lightweight R3-Advanti RSW-01
- Front / Rear : 7J x 17
- Yokohama Advan AD07
- Front / Rear : 215/40 R17
Electrical System:
- Foglamps removed for weight reduction
Proton Gen-2 EVE Hybrid Concept
At the 2007 Geneva Motor Show from 8 to 18 March 2007, Proton and Lotus unveiled the concept model of the hybrid version of the Proton Gen-2. The hybrid concept is codenamed as EVE (Efficient, Variable, Environmental). The concept model will retain the same Campro engine as the main powerplant coupled together with an electric motor system to form the hybrid powerplant.
| Proton GEN-2 EVE Hybrid Concept | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Proton |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.6 L Campro S4PH I4 (combined with a 30 kW, 144V electric motor) |
Trivia
The Proton GEN-2 was one of two models (the other being the Proton Savvy) that MG Rover was looking to rebadge when it entered talks with Proton's parent company in the mid 2000s. Both Auto Express and Autocar published shots of the car with a digitally recreated Rover grill.