Proton launched a special edition of the Proton Persona SE today, priced at RM59,800. The Persona SE is only available in two colours – Blue Haze and Brilliant Red. Like all new units of the Persona, the new Proton Persona SE is powered by the Campro IAFM engine which offers a smoother torque curve compared to the old Campro engine. It is only available with an automatic transmission.
The following are the differences in equipment for the special edition model:
- Leather-wrapped seats, steering wheel, gear knob and trim
- Meter panel from the GEN2 CPS
- Different alloy wheel design (15 inch)
- Cruise Control
- Smoked headlamps
- Silver matte door handles and front grille
- A bodykit consisting of front, side and rear skirts and a subtle spoiler
- A Proton-rebadged windscreen-mounted GPS navigation device
The GPS device loads its maps from an SD card, so it should be easy to replace the maps whenever there are updates. I noticed there were some points of interests loaded onto the map such as local restaurants so if you’re in an area you do not know and want to grab a quick bite the GPS should be quite useful in that sense.
Look after the jump for more photos of the Persona SE.
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Comments about the Proton Persona SE highlight its attractive features like the reasonable price, upgraded interior with leather seats, and the removable GPS system. Many users are impressed with the car's look, engine performance comparable to Vios, and the inclusion of cruise control. However, concerns are raised about the small size of the buttons on the steering wheel, the look of the bodykits, and the limited wheel size which affects aesthetics and fuel efficiency. Some users are disappointed that it doesn't feature the CPS engine or a larger wheel upgrade, and there are opinions about the design and quality of certain parts like the rims and skirting. Overall, sentiments are mixed but mostly positive regarding value for money, with constructive critiques for improvement.