Once again, the festivities aren’t too far away, and Chinese New Year seems as good a time as any to welcome a new car into the household. To that end, Proton Edar is running a Chinese New Year promotion, with rebates on each model ranging from RM500 to RM12,000.
Starting with the Saga and Persona, which start from RM36,800 and RM46,350 respectively, a rebate of up to RM500 is offered. Meanwhile, the Exora people-mover starts from RM69,840, and now comes with a rebate of up to RM4,000. Next up are the Preve and the Perdana, starting from RM59,710 and RM113,438 respectively, with a rebate of up to RM5,000 each.
Proton’s B-segment hatchback, the Iriz, comes with a rebate of up to RM9,300, from a starting price of RM41,520. Last but not least is the Proton Suprima S, the sole model here to come into the CNY promotion with a five-figure rebate – up to RM12,000 to be exact. Prices for the turbocharged hatchback start from RM69,840.
Valid until January 31, 2017, prices as stated on this Chinese New Year promotion are applicable to Peninsular Malaysia only.



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Comments indicate Proton's CNY promo with up to RM12,000 rebate aims to clear stock and boost sales, but many criticize it as a sign of poor demand, especially for models like Iriz and Suprima. Some users highlight Proton's financial struggles, reliance on discounts, and the negative impact of outdated models. There’s skepticism about Proton's profitability and long-term viability, with concerns over quality, reliability, and government support. Despite promotional efforts, overall sentiment suggests Proton faces significant sales and brand reputation challenges.