It has been barely a quarter since the Proton Iriz was launched, but we’ve spotted what could be a new variant undergoing testing. Courtesy of reader Nevin Sansom, these pics show a debadged Fire Red Iriz with trade plates cruising on the Guthrie Highway.
Looks pretty standard, like a normal Standard, at first glance. But upon closer inspection, the mule’s rear bumper looks like a single piece unit without the separate diffuser section on the RM42,438 1.3 Standard (which is of a simpler design compared to that on the Executive and Premium) that is in contrasting black. Here, it’s all body coloured.
Our eagle-eyed reader says that the wheels and front bumper are similar to the Standard’s. However, unlike the Standard, this car wears a 1.3 Executive spoiler.
Are we looking at a potential new entry level Proton Iriz SV variant? Prior to this, the national carmaker has introduced “Super Value” variants for the Saga and Persona sedans. It could also be that we’re reading too much into things, and this car is merely the 1.3 CVT – deliveries initially penned for December 2014 – trying on a different outfit and undergoing fine-tuning. What do you think?
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AI-generated Summary ✨
Many comments express frustration over Proton's delays in delivering the Iriz, with some threatening to cancel bookings and criticizing customer service. There is speculation that the new bumper design indicates an SV or lower-cost variant, possibly for export markets or to boost sales by offering cheaper options without safety features like VSC. Several comments praise the Iriz's design, safety, and driving experience, comparing it favorably to competitors, but critics point out poor sales, long waiting times, and the prevalence of cheaper alternatives like Perodua Axia. Some users suggest Proton should focus on producing more variants, improve quality, and speed up deliveries, fearing that delays and stagnant perceptions may further harm the model's market performance. Overall, sentiments are mixed but lean toward disappointment with Proton's current handling of the Iriz launch and variants.