Remember the yellow Proton P3-21A that showed the upcoming sedan’s face uncovered? It looks like a partial rear shot of that car has been circulating online, showing us the tail lamps without any masking. Even as we analyse it, bear in mind that this may or may not be the final production design.
Shown at funtastickodesign, the lone image shows a rear lamp cluster that’s unlike the wraparound old Subaru Legacy style rear design of the Tuah concept, so perhaps Proton is looking at a more contemporary look. The edges look a bit sharp and abrupt, though.
We can see that there’s a chrome bar visually linking the two sides of the tail lamps, like how Jaguar does it for the XF.
What we see here is also consistent with what’s visible from the masked test mules running around – full red with a clear strip running in the middle, with part of the lamp extended into the boot lid.
Do you prefer this or the rear end look of the Tuah concept?
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Comments express disappointment with the rear design, comparing it unfavorably to the Tuah concept and criticizing Proton’s change from the original, more elegant design. Several feel the final look is outdated, unbalanced, or resembles other models like Kia Forte, Civic, or old Subaru. The LED tail light appears poorly photoshopped or tampered with, fueling doubts about its authenticity. Opinions highlight Proton’s cost-cutting at the expense of aesthetics, and some suggest that vendor limitations impact design choices. While some are hopeful about the tech and engine specs, the overall sentiment is that the car lacks excitement and innovation, with many expressing frustration over Proton’s styling direction and lack of originality. Some comments also warn that the image is likely not the final version, requesting Proton to reconsider its design.