10 new features of the 2022 Proton Persona

With updated design elements and enhanced features, the all-new Proton Persona touched the Malaysian roads just last week. The newly added features not only offer more comfort and convenience to the customers but also ensure their safety. It is available in three trims - Standard, Executive, and Premium, all are powered by the same 1.6-litre engine delivering a maximum power of 109 PS along with a peak torque of 150 Nm. The new Proton Persona price for the base trim starts at RM 45,800 and goes all the way to RM 55,800. Here, we have mentioned the 2022 Proton Persona new features in a detailed manner, have a look.

1. New 8-inch infotainment display

In place of the 7-inch integrated display, the new Proton Persona houses a new floating 8-inch infotainment screen that sits on the top of the AC vents. The unit streams online music, navigation, and weather forecasts. It also has a smartphone, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi connectivity options. However, it is available with the top-spec Persona only.

2. New voice-command controls

The new infotainment unit also supports the “Hi PROTON” voice command feature, just like the earlier model, however, Proton has now added some more functions to it. With the predecessor, customers were able to control music, navigation, and weather forecast through voice, but now they can also control the air-conditioning system as well as the power windows. This offers extra convenience to the person sitting behind the wheel. It is to be noted here that these advanced voice features are available with the Persona Premium only. 

3. Additional USB ports

For more comfort of the passengers, Proton fitted new USB ports in the sedan. The total number of the Persona USB ports is now six. This comprises: 

• 3 USB-A ports at the front below the AC controls, of which one is for data
• 2 front-facing USB-A ports for rear passengers 
• One is located behind the rear view mirror to power the dash cam

4. New AC control panel

For the 2022 model, the Persona also gets newly-designed air-conditioning controls. This comprises a digital display edged by two knurled knobs, with piano key-style switches in the centre. Take note that the upgraded one is not automatic AC, it is just a visual upgrade. Although, it is standard fitment available across the entire Persona range.

5. New central tunnel

Inside the new Proton Persona, you can see an all-new central tunnel, which has a cleaner one-piece pattern with silver bars running around its edges. It comprises a new and stylish armrest with additional storage beneath.

6. Leatherette upholstery

Adding a luxury touch to the new 2022 Proton Persona Premium is the soft and supple brown leatherette; the shade makes its debut with the X70. The door trims are also wrapped with the same material. This compliments the new interior design and raises the luxury quotient of the sedan, says Proton.

7. LED headlamps

Despite the above-mentioned interior upgrades, the 2022 Persona facelift model also gets some exterior enhancements and one of them is a pair of LED headlights. Exclusive to top-of-the-line Persona, the stylish headlights are equipped with auto on/off and follow me home functions. Also, these are teamed up with LED daytime running lamps for a more contemporary look.

8. New wheels

Further elevating the sedan’s styling quotient are new Dynamic dual-tone 16-inch wheels shod with 185/55 tyres. The wheels feature a twin-six-spoke design. These are available with the Executive and Premium trims.

9. Black roof

Proton also introduced a dual-tone roof with the updated model, which gives it a sleek and modern look.

10. Minimum 4 airbags as standard

The outgoing version of the sedan was fitted with two airbags as standard, but now the carmaker raises the bars by offering a minimum of four airbags with the entry-level model. The top-spec trim, on the other hand, comes with a total of 6 airbags, further ensuring the safety of passengers on board.

So, these were the ten new features of the 2022 Proton Persona. What are your thoughts on the updated sedan? Let us know in the comments.

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