PROTON Gen-2 Specs & Photos - 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 - autoevolution
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When it decided to replace the Wira hatchback model, Proton didn't found any better idea to name the new generation
The Malaysian carmaker developed the Gen2 together with the British sports car maker Lotus. It was a new platform with a new engine. It was a significant financial effort, which, after all, it was not that successful as the carmaker hoped.Damian Chia, Proton's chief designer, tried to make a sporty hatchback. He penned the headlights inspired by the tiger's eyes, and the door handles by the traditional Malaysian dagger. The car's overall shape was unusual for the hatchback segme
The Malaysian carmaker developed the Gen2 together with the British sports car maker Lotus. It was a new platform with a new engine. It was a significant financial effort, which, after all, it was not that successful as the carmaker hoped.Damian Chia, Proton's chief designer, tried to make a sporty hatchback. He penned the headlights inspired by the tiger's eyes, and the door handles by the traditional Malaysian dagger. The car's overall shape was unusual for the hatchback segme
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