It’s all heading towards the much-awaited launch of Proton’s P3-21A sedan – according to Proton MD Datuk Seri Syed Zainal Abidin, the car will be launched by the end of this month.
Of course, that means that there’s still time to tease the vehicle, and the latest run is via video, with the car being featured in a TV3 Buletin Utama snippet. The clip does the beguile bit via the usual silhouette play, but there are glimpses of details, like with the engine start/stop button, paddle shifters, steering wheel-mounted function controls as well as a distinct framing of the front and rear light assemblies.
Bookings for the car are set to begin nationwide from March 14, which is also the day that the company kicks off its five-day POWER OF 1 event at Bukit Jalil. Reports elsewhere say the model is expected to be launched in Indonesia and Thailand by this year and in Australia next year.
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Comments on the blog post mostly reflect excitement and anticipation for Proton's new P3-21A model, with some expressing disappointment over the rear design, which they find outdated or unappealing. There are debates about pricing, with many hoping for an affordable range of 50-65k RM, viewing it as an essential move to compete locally and internationally. Several comments criticize the car's design, especially the tail lights, while others discuss the vehicle's features like steering wheel controls, LED lighting, and engine specifications. There are also humorous and off-topic remarks, alongside critical opinions about Proton's past quality, government protection, and overall brand perception. Overall, the tone is mixed, leaning towards optimism but with notable skepticism about design, cost, and Proton's future competitiveness.