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Off Topic => Cars and Bikes => Topic started by: mnazri.tan on April 05, 2012, 09:50:29 AM

Title: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: mnazri.tan on April 05, 2012, 09:50:29 AM
Guys...

what do you think of the new proton?
7 Speed with paddle shifter, light turbo,..on paper suppose to be top in its class...

(http://funtastickodesign.files.wordpress.com/2012/04/front-fog-lamp.jpg?w=549&h=411)
(http://funtastickodesign.files.wordpress.com/2012/04/paddle-shift.jpg?w=549&h=366[img])http://funtastickodesign.files.wordpress.com/2012/04/cabin-space.jpg?w=549&h=366[/img]
(http://funtastickodesign.files.wordpress.com/2012/04/headlamp.jpg?w=549&h=411)
(http://funtastickodesign.files.wordpress.com/2012/04/rear-fog-lamp.jpg?w=549&h=411)
(http://funtastickodesign.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/preve-front.jpg?w=549&h=366)
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: vivawish on April 05, 2012, 10:07:30 AM
Not bad.......but i still got problem to pronounce its name.......

The rear of the car is ok, but the headlight need some deco in it, it does look alike those from China although it got LED.
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: rusminag on April 05, 2012, 12:27:14 PM
Somebody call it Proton Pervert..... :Laughing_on_floor: :Laughing_on_floor: :Laughing_on_floor:
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: mnazri.tan on April 05, 2012, 01:15:33 PM
(http://funtastickodesign.files.wordpress.com/2012/04/interior-preve.jpg?w=549&h=366)
(http://funtastickodesign.files.wordpress.com/2012/04/preve-rear.jpg?w=549&h=366)

owh , dont worry I am not salesmen for proton...just kindda like the new car
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: meoramri on April 05, 2012, 01:46:29 PM
which class is it suppose to compete in? Civic, vios category?
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: TheHobbit on April 05, 2012, 02:17:02 PM
The guy who name the car is into vintage Panerai, pre-v?
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: hanz079 on April 05, 2012, 05:07:32 PM
The guy who name the car is into vintage Panerai, pre-v?
Hahaha... the name preve is suppose to mean "prove" or "to prove" in spanish.
It's suppose to be a new beginning for proton... to "prove" that they can build quality cars
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: dennis.T on April 05, 2012, 05:43:53 PM
Front look like imprezza and rear look like A4.. But better thn inspira which just copy lancer direct.. I like preve but I am not pervert  ;D
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: Watchnewby on April 09, 2012, 07:59:45 AM
Not sure which segment the Preve is suppose to compete in. But I understand there will be 2 version, the sedan and the hatchback. The sedan has manual, auto and autowith turbo-assist (not sure is the term correct).
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: ston3r on April 10, 2012, 05:11:05 AM
Not sure which segment the Preve is suppose to compete in. But I understand there will be 2 version, the sedan and the hatchback. The sedan has manual, auto and autowith turbo-assist (not sure is the term correct).

The Prevé is a C-segment car. For so many features it is really value for money. But then again, Proton's gotta work hard to gain back confidence of buyers who have moved on to Korean and Japanese cars. As for owners of continental cars, it's gonna be a hard sell. I'm not sure if I'll even buy another Proton.
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: meoramri on April 10, 2012, 11:48:54 AM
My first 2 cars were protons (1988 - Saga; 1995 - Perdana), Never had problems with them. Unfortunately, my requirement for a C-segment car has already been fulfilled. Nevertheless, if Proton launchs its hybrid/electric, and the same concept of putting latest technology into the offering as what they did with Perve, I may be the market.
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: Laktos Kid on April 10, 2012, 12:35:43 PM
looks like it is aiming it's cannon towards Kia Forte ! the shape is almost the same too, but price starting from "only" 75k :Confused:
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: mnazri.tan on April 13, 2012, 07:59:53 AM
new pic from showroom....launching this monday
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/s720x720/531236_10150679846510662_591630661_9640911_60931486_n.jpg)
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: ronnie2u on April 25, 2012, 01:09:51 PM
Similar design like Kia Forte.... copy cat design as usual.
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: kamalys on May 01, 2012, 03:31:01 PM
Further improvement is required to sustain in the global arena.
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: Watchnewby on May 03, 2012, 10:11:56 AM
Further improvement is required to sustain in the global arena.

Agreed with your comment.   :thumbsup:
But No improvement, can still sustain locally.
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: Annthony Siah on May 13, 2012, 07:31:44 PM
test drive the car and the turbo is bad. the sales explain that the turbo is different with other car. but just feel not enough power..
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: Omnipotent on May 14, 2012, 06:56:19 PM
i second that...alot of noise when throttle was mashed but no go...reaction to throttle inputs were slow as well...aircond was superb though!  ;D
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: takashi78 on May 15, 2012, 12:14:33 PM
Turbo different in what way?

You guys gotta know, this is a very light pressure turbo. Pointless to compare with anything over 200hp.

Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: Annthony Siah on May 16, 2012, 07:08:21 PM
the person told that that is a soft turbo. for local market i think should be OK. but for international maybe need improvement.
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: takashi78 on May 16, 2012, 07:36:46 PM
And why is a soft turbo not suitable for intl market?
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: Laktos Kid on May 16, 2012, 07:48:37 PM
i think preve is reasonably price for the performance and the looks, of course you cant compare the car to any VW or even dual clutch cars...  simply because proton is in a league of it's own  :)
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: rusminag on May 17, 2012, 08:21:45 AM
With Preve price of RM73k, realistically if we don't have the high import duty, Malaysians should easily afford Toyota Altis 2.0 or Honda Civic 2.0 at lower rate (minus the import duty)
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: drainbamage on May 19, 2012, 09:44:00 PM
Ive heard that the turbo lag is really bad.  :thumbsdown:
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: fhfoomelaka on May 21, 2012, 05:33:46 PM
My experience with eXora bold turbo is quite impressive, almost instantaneous, but accompany with lid engine and gear box noise.
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: Annthony Siah on May 21, 2012, 07:42:03 PM
And why is a soft turbo not suitable for intl market?

I do not think is suitable because i feel the car is without turbo (although it is with turbo). However, is just my feeling about this car.
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: chrisyen on May 21, 2012, 09:05:57 PM
And why is a soft turbo not suitable for intl market?

I do not think is suitable because i feel the car is without turbo (although it is with turbo). However, is just my feeling about this car.

soft turbo actually
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: Alvin-8880 on May 23, 2012, 10:40:07 PM
RM73k is not reasonable at all. What I cannot accept is some Proton cars are sold cheaper in overseas than M'sia. What kind of logic is that. But our govt expect us to give our "fool" support to M'sian cars.

With Preve price of RM73k, realistically if we don't have the high import duty, Malaysians should easily afford Toyota Altis 2.0 or Honda Civic 2.0 at lower rate (minus the import duty)
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: chrisyen on May 24, 2012, 06:15:50 AM
RM73k is not reasonable at all. What I cannot accept is some Proton cars are sold cheaper in overseas than M'sia. What kind of logic is that. But our govt expect us to give our "fool" support to M'sian cars.

With Preve price of RM73k, realistically if we don't have the high import duty, Malaysians should easily afford Toyota Altis 2.0 or Honda Civic 2.0 at lower rate (minus the import duty)

They nvr expect u to support actually

They force u to support by excise tax n import tax with the knowledge of our income level!!!
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: KamLoong on May 25, 2012, 05:29:19 AM
Not really into this car. The proportions dont feel right, Imo.
Title: Re: Proton Preve (pronounced Pra Vey)
Post by: dpkong on May 25, 2012, 08:14:01 PM
sorry Proton.. for RM73k, i'd rather buy a good, used 5 year old European car and it will still be more technologically advanced. plus the fact that even though it is a used car, it will still last longer than a Proton.