The Proton Lekir Concept is essentially a Lotus Europa with a Proton badge. It asks a very interesting question – could a more affordable Proton-badged Lotus Europe sell?
Word is that the Lotus Europa was supposed to be a Proton in the first place, and it was known as the Proton Sepang project, but along the way it was decided that it would be sold as a Lotus instead, and of course with that came along Lotus prices. The Europa was short-lived and the position of a more comfortable Lotus has been filled by the Lotus Evora.
Seems like quite a shame to let the Europa go to waste – now imagine this, a Proton-badged Lotus Europa priced below RM150,000 and powered by the upcoming turbocharged Campro engine. A true rakyat’s sports car?
Look after the jump for a full live gallery from KLIMS ’10.
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AI-generated Summary ✨
Comments express enthusiasm for a Proton-badged Lotus Europa, indicating it could be an affordable sports car for Malaysians and a potential successor to models like the Putra. Many appreciate its design and concept, with some suggesting it should use a turbocharged engine like the Campro or MIVEC. There are mixed feelings about rebadging and the car's name, with some critics doubting its feasibility or authenticity, but overall, excitement and support for making a lightweight, sporty Proton/ Lotus hybrid are evident.