2020 Proton X70 images and details leaked

KUALA LUMPUR: The images and details of the upcoming Proton X70, which is a locally-assembled (CKD) model, have been leaked ahead of its official launch, courtesy The Ajerul’s Facebook page. According to a leaked slide, the new X70 will be offered in four variants, namely Standard 2WD, Executive 2WD, Premium 2WD, and Premium 2WD X.

The leaked images reveal a new metallic grey shade that the X70 will come with, presently there are five colours on offer including Armour Silver, Snow White, Jet Grey, Flame Red, and Cinnamon Brown. At the front, the X70 gets traditional grille flanked by bigger headlamps with DRLs and refreshed bumper. The rear section gets wrap-around taillights, PROTON lettering in the centre and an integrated spoiler on the tailgate.

Inside, the X70 gets a new 7-speed wet DCT automatic transmission instead of the CBU version’s 6-speed torque converter automatic. The image shows the new gear selector with prominent P button on the lever. Additionally, there is a new round Proton logo on the steering wheel. Aside from these, there is nothing to be reported.

Talking about the features, the X70 gets 60:40 split-folding rear seats as standard. The Executive grade and higher models get front ventilated seats and a powered tailgate. The Premium variants have been benefitted from the foot sensor for the powered tailgate. The Premium X model further, gets a panoramic sunroof, not as standard but as an option based on customer’s demand.

Powering the new Proton X70 is the same 1.8-litre four-cylinder turbocharged engine that pumps out a max power of 184 PS and a peak torque of 300 Nm between 1,750 and 4,000 rpm, mated to the new 7-speed DCT automatic transmission. Though the engine is same as before, its torque output has been bumped by 15 Nm. The previous model used to churn out 285 Nm of peak torque at 1,700 to 4,400 rpm. The new gearbox is tried and tested and also known for providing exceptional efficiency. It can be seen on some Geely and Volvo models.

We are likely to see the launch of the X70 soon. Stay tuned with us for related stories.

Source:  The Ajerul

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