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We previously talked about the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) suite in Proton X50 Flagship, which sounds promising given the number of active safety systems and their functionality. Of course, talk is cheap, so during […]
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Proton X50 – why it doesn’t come with paddle shifters, and only four airbags for the base Standard variant
Looking at the specifications of the Proton X50, you’ll notice a few things. Firstly, only three variants – Executive, Premium and Flagship – come with six airbags, while the base Standard variant makes do with […]
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VIDEO: Proton X50 – auto park assist put to the test
At the drive preview for the Proton X50 in Sepang yesterday, the automaker showcased the workings of the SUV’s suite of driver assistance systems, including its Auto Park Assist (APA) feature. The system actively controls […]
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VIDEO: Proton X50 – how does it handle a slalom with suspension softened for Malaysian road conditions?
Amongst the feed of incoming information on the new Proton X50 is that its suspension that has been revised from that of the Geely Binyue or Coolray that it is based upon. Any fears that […]
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DRAG RACE: Proton X50 vs Honda HR-V vs BMW X1
There has been a slew of new information regarding the Proton X50 during the exclusive media drive at the Sepang International Circuit yesterday. Among those announced is the Flagship 1.5 TGDi’s century sprint time of […]
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Proton X50 suspension tune explained – more comfort to suit Malaysian roads, Geely Binyue too stiff
Today, we told you that the Proton X50 will get unique suspension tuning compared to its Geely Binyue/Coolray sibling, and during the Q&A session the national carmaker went into greater detail regarding the changes its […]
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Proton X50 – 1.5T PFI port-injection three-cylinder turbo engine will be used on future Proton models
As is already known, two Geely/Volvo-developed powertrains will be available for the Proton X50, both 1.5 litre three-cylinder turbocharged units. The first is a 1.5 TD direct-injection version (designated 1.5L TGDi on the SUV) that […]
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Puspakom tightens refund policy to curb false claims
Puspakom is tightening its appointment refund policy in a bid to curb false and excessive appointment bookings, where large numbers of appointment bookings for vehicle inspections have been found to originate from individual MyPuspakom account […]
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GALLERY: Hyundai Kona 2.0 MPI Mid – first photos of local-spec naturally-aspirated variant, 149 PS/179 Nm
Yesterday, Hyundai Sime Darby Motors gave us a short test drive of the forthcoming Kona in both turbocharged and naturally-aspirated forms. This also gives us a first look at the B-segment SUV in finalised local […]
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Proton X50 successfully achieves a five-star ASEAN NCAP safety rating and qualifies for EEV status
The new Proton X50 has successfully achieved a five-star safety rating, according to the New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN NCAP). This shouldn’t be much of a surprise, given the safety features […]
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MINI Cooper S Countryman Sports receives Blackline Package and sunroof in Malaysia – from RM243k
MINI Malaysia has launched two new versions of the Countryman, both of which are based on the existing Cooper S Sports variant. The first of the two is a limited-edition model that comes with the […]
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G23 BMW 4 Series Convertible debuts – less weight, 80-litre gain in luggage capacity with new fabric roof
The fabric soft-top makes a return with the premiere of the latest BMW 4 Series Convertible, following the debut of the 4 Series Coupe earlier in June this year. This succeeds the previous-generation 4 Series […]
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Proton X50 Flagship – ADAS features get detailed
From the first media preview of the Proton X50, we know that the range-topping Flagship variant is the only one out of four offered that comes as standard with a suite of Advanced Driver Assistance […]
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Proton X50 – 177 PS and 255 Nm for 1.5 TGDI, 0-100 km/h in 7.9 seconds; 150 PS and 226 Nm for 1.5 T
More details have emerged about the Proton X50 from the short media test drive the automaker is holding for the SUV today. One of these is the confirmation that the X50’s 0-100 km/h time will […]
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Proton X50 Flagship with Level 2 semi-autonomous driving – adaptive cruise control, lane centring assist
One of the main draws of the range-topping variant of the Proton X50, the Flagship, is the Advanced Driving Assistance System (ADAS), which adds a host of impressive safety features. One of the features you […]