Proton has announced the availability of the Proton Chancellor beginning 15th December 2005. It will debut during the ASEAN Summit from 12-14 December. What is the Proton Chancellor? It’s basically a Proton Waja chassis with a 2.0 V6 engine from the Mitsubishi Eterna/Proton Perdana.
Proton officials say that the Chancellor had been redeveloped and not merely a stretched model like the Proton Perdana Executive. It has a 2850mm long wheelbase, compared to the Waja wheelbase which is 2600mm.
The Proton Chancellor is expected to be sold at a higher price than the current Proton Perdana and will feature luxurious trim such as DVD players. The Chancellor’s target market are high-ranking Government officers, corporate heads and senior executives.
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Comments express strong criticism and skepticism about the Proton Chancellor 2.0 V6, frequently comparing it to older models like Waja and Perdana, and criticizing the design for being a stretched version of existing cars. Many believe it’s a rebranded Waja with minimal innovation, overpriced at over RM130,000, and question the rationale behind using outdated designs and engines. There’s concern that the car targets government officers and corporate elites, but will unlikely appeal to the general public due to its poor aesthetics, perceived lack of safety features, and low quality. Numerous commenters feel Proton’s overall strategy, including stretching old models and recycling designs, reflect poor planning, and accuse the company of wasting taxpayer money and lacking creative vision. Sentiments range from disappointed to outright hostile towards Proton’s product quality, pricing, and corporate moves.