Sketches of the front and rear three quarter views of the upcoming 2009 Proton MPV have been revealed on the Buletin Utama segment on TV3 last night, revealing a front bumper design that is reminiscent of the second generation Proton Saga.
Other design details that are revealed include a swage line on the side profile of the car to hide the actual door height.
These sketches may or may not represent how the actual production 2009 Proton MPV will look like as we have not seen an actual test mule being driven on the road yet. All that has been spotted is a test mule using a Toyota Wish body with what is presumably a Proton engine and a rojak dashboard.
WATCH: Buletin Utama TV3, 26th May 2008 – Part 2
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Comments on the Proton MPV sketches focus on hopeful expectations for a well-designed, spacious, and affordable family vehicle. Many appreciate the exterior styling, comparing it favorably to models like Toyota Wish and Mazda 5, and suggest Proton should incorporate safety features like ABS and airbags. Some express concern about quality issues such as rear light reliability and interior ergonomics, emphasizing durability and safety. There are discussions about design influences, with hints that the vehicle looks similar to models like Chery V5 or Mitsubishi Grandis, raising questions about originality. Overall, most comments are optimistic, hoping Proton will produce a stylish, functional, and reasonably priced MPV that can challenge established competitors and enhance Proton's global reputation. Sentiments are generally positive, with some skepticism about design originality and quality.