This is a rendering by Theophilus Chin on what a Proton X30 could look like, using the latest Geely “Starburst Vision” SUV styling found on models such as the Boyue Cool and Boyue L.
Ever since the Perodua Ativa reignited the market for a sub-B SUV in Malaysia, other carmakers such as Honda have decided to follow suit in an attempt to take some of the Ativa’s sales numbers.
One confirmed example is the Honda WR-V, which has already been seen on test around Malaysia and is expected to be locally assembled at Honda’s Pegoh plant in Melaka.
So the question now is, if even Honda is going after the Ativa SUV market share, will Proton go downmarket and play in that price range as well? Proton’s next launch is expected to be the Proton S50 sedan, would an X30 come after that?
Currently there doesn’t seem to be any modern Geely model that could be a suitable donor vehicle for a potential Proton X30. However, recently Geely exhibited an older but recently updated model called the Geely GX3 Pro at the 2023 Manila International Auto Show. It’s a subcompact SUV like the WR-V, powered by a 1.5 litre normally aspirated engine and a CVT gearbox.
In the meanwhile, Perodua seems to be going upmarket with an upcoming model codenamed the Perodua D66B, which many have started calling the Perodua Nexis.
What do you think, would you be in the market for a Proton SUV smaller than the Proton X50? Let us know in the comments section.
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Why compete in the red sea when the blue sea is all yours.. focus on the premium large suv segment n be the best of the best
Proton go downmarket?
Proton is the downmarket…
Hahaha….funny….
Your sales must be affected by all the downmarket proton models.
Already x50,70,90.
Whats lacking is new 1.3 to 1.6litres passenger cars.
Dont forget the basic bread n butter lower end cars from 35-60K price range where P2 has a sizable market share.
P1’s lower end models r already past its product life cycle.
P2 has up to date Axia,Myvi.The Bezza update is coming soon.
In order to compete successfully,u need to offer fresh models.Not stale bread with botox.
The “up to date Axia” has the same stone old 67hp engine as it’s precessor. And a 4 star NCAP rating is far from “up to date”.
Already x50,70,90.
Whats lacking is new 1.3 to 1.6 litres passenger cars and also spare parts.
Don’t forget the basic bread n butter lower end cars from 35-60K price range where P2 has a sizable new owners wanting to dispose/trade-in for so-called high RV.
P1’s lower end models r already way past its product life cycle.
But Paria2 has recycled Axia, Myvi served as new toilet. The Bezza update is coming soon, with the most pariah and problematic D-C.V.Taik across entire range, while eliminating MT option.
In order to compete successfully, u need to offer fresh models. Not stale bread with botox coupled with Taik level of after sales service.
Copy n paste old grandpa tokok.
This is not original sam Loo.Just a protong lapdog.
Dey, i am NOT a Protong lapdog. At current situation, I rather have both Protong and Pariadua to pack up and sold to other foreign automaker.
Because of these 2 national junk car manufacturer, i cannot afford to buy a decent B-segment hatchback (eg Toyota Yaris) at Myvi price.
No need. Just upgrade x70 with latest model with hybrid engine.
The panda is an ev. Geely model of ice below x50 is the gx3 pro. This scaled down design of boyue L is looking too awkward
Cantik! Approve!
Dream on ppl…
From what Proton have shown since x50.
The prices are marked up highly for sale in Malaysia.
So, I don’t think even if they bring in the x30.
The price will be a big deciding factor.
Do not forget about the current parts, service and higher maintenance issue of the x50 and x70.
Proton no longer a Rakyat car manufacturer but merely a rebadged China car maker disguising to sell at higher profit margin.
No choice brother. What choices do the Rakyats have?
They are not united, that’s why capitalist always win.
Since when did Potong go upmarket? Price is heading towards upmarket vehicles, but quality is still Potong “quality”. I suppose one can see this as being “glass half-full” and be proud that Malaysians can afford “upmarket” priced vehicles!
Then it should be easy for you to name at least 5 examples of this mysterious “Potong quality”.
Or are you just a P2 saleman trying to spread FUD?
Proton should be more worried with Chery’s re-entry into the Malaysia market. The only weapon Geely has is the price gap it has selling under the Proton name, nothing more.
Geely owns Proton doesnt make Malaysians able to afford 23 models Geely has.
While they may have an array of bold looking cars, unfortunately geely models meant for export market is rather limited.
Perodua going upmarket? Perodua is upmarket!
Looks better than dugong Toyota…
ONLY if Proton can out do Perodua in every department
roadmap no x30, not gonna compete against sister co Smart #1 segment
Car coming beyound rich to many. Price keep going up. Employees paycheque most below 2k to 3k.
nah geely don’t have any model that size cant rebadge.
Theophilus sounds like an infection than a name….
Macam nie lah. Biar perodua ambil maket kereta kecil dan proton focus kereta besar. Hujungnya semua dapat untung. Bila dapat untung jangan sombong dan lupa daratan. Nanti jadi dugong
So ideal if this is solely pure EV. In fact, it’s totally necessary for Proton to do this to get out of the stone age of spewing carbon, killing kids
Ugly. Better get a haval
Proton is already for B40 and may be 10% of M40. Gor down market to B40 again?
A proper 4 cylinder 1.6NA timing chain engine please. For friendlier maintenance to owner after few years.
Yes, with 40-67hp @3500rpm max.
Funny and good looking car but Proton doesn’t do anything about their fuel consumption which is bad. Look at Perodua whose engines are better. I thought Chinese are good in copying.
X70 fuel consumption is better than Aruz fuel consumption.
We already have 2 SUVs and coming soon to be 3 SUVs.. Not a popular move if go for another SUV rather than sedan or MPV…
Can get new X50, X70 within 1 week? COME choose your Chasis numbers
Demand is flying
DOWN
Nice, good, healthy competition
I have x50 and x70. I feel quality wise they are similar to lexus, mercedes or bmw
Lol keep saying that bro, maybe one day you’ll believe it yourself
Thats a lotta copium lmao.
“Currently there doesn’t seem to be any modern Geely model that could be a suitable donor vehicle for a potential Proton X30.”
Conclusion: No X30 in near future.
Proton is Geely copycat anyway no big deal talking about this company future car. May I know why all those previous CEO not doing anything to save Proton instead and keep on wasting money and resources of this so called National car brands?? Geely Chinaman CEO is the best anyway compared to all those s**t makan gaji buta-buta CEO. Geely is the best not Proton FYI..
update the aging x70 and mc the x50
It is so ahead of its time. Competition is yet to catch up. VW Tiguan doesn’t even have the equivalent safety features. No need to update.
Proton still need alot update like paddle shifter! And memory seat! And multiple color chosen
Proton car future missing something like paddle shifter and memory seat
Good look
No need to launch new model, we rakyat no need geely, dnga is what we want
Sub rm60k B segment is the market mainstream. Replace the campro and punch cvt with fuel saving easy maintenance engine and gearbox.
Punch cvt is only a problem for those internet heros, who would never buy a Proton. All users who have a Proton with punch cvt have only small complains.
Try to read iriz or persona vvt community facebook. There is a very fatal problem with the punch cvt gearbox. The brake & esc signal will appear and the car will free gear on the middle drive. Dianogsed u will get error code of secondary pulley pressure low, atleast rm4k to overhaul the gearbox. Im a ex persona 2016 owner, no more punch cvt car for the rest of my life.
C-segment Preve a nightmare
Past 5 Hari Raya Preve model tarak Raya setvice discount
Abandonware from Proton
IF you need a used car avoid PREVE
I don’t need to read facebook fairy tales written by P2 and Toyota fans. I have several neighbours with punch cvt. They never had this problem.
I feel, Proton should release a facelifted X70. A car with proven sales and would attract later buyers who are ready now and also many current owners would upgrade. Make it happen Geely/Proton!
Proton not going downmarket by introducing X30, they are actually going down to the drain. Nuff said.
Proton no longer productive. Only know how to rebadge Geely model with the same 1.5 3-cylinder engine across a few models. Even basic like Android Auto and Apple Car Play also unable to provide as standard.