Proton Perdana

The Proton Perdana is a mid-size car produced by Proton. It is a “badge engineered” version of the seventh-generation Mitsubishi Eterna and is currently Proton’s exclusive car flagship. The car is Proton's first to offer an anti-lock braking system (ABS) and cruise control.

This car was not exported to Europe, though it was tested by Britain's Top Gear magazine in their April 1999 edition, as there were plans at the time to sell this car in Europe. These plans never materialised.

History

Early variants (1995-1998)

The Perdana was first introduced in 1995 with Mitsubishi's proven 2.0 L 4G63 engine. In 1997, it was facelifted with a chrome grill, a new rim design and new colours and interior trim.

Perdana V6 (1999-present)

In 1999, Proton shoehorned a 2.0 L 6A12 V6 engine (also sourced by Mitsubishi) into the Perdana. The so-called Proton Perdana V6 also had a new bodykit and 16" rims. The original Perdana soldiered on for a short while before it was dropped. With Lotus-tuned and up-graded suspension settings, the car handles well through tight corners and it is a good high speed cruiser.

In 2003, the Perdana V6 was given a major facelift, gaining a new Alfa Romeo-esque front grill and new bumpers. It is so-called Alfadana in Malaysia. Inside, it was given a new aluminium-effect trim. As to date, Proton is still selling this model.

• Manufacturer : Proton
• Production : 1995 - Present
• Class : Mid-size
• Body style(s) : 4-door sedan
• Engine(s) : 2.0 L 4G63 I4 (1995-2000), 2.0 L 6A12 V6 (1999-present)
• Length : 4615 mm (181.7 in)
• Width : 1730 mm (68.1 in)
• Height : 1400 mm (55.1 in)
• Curb weight : 1300 kg (2866 lb)

Latest 2007 model of Proton Perdana V6. The older version of Proton Perdana had some problem with their automatic gearbox. But actually, the problem was the "overdrive" button at the gear lever. Some said, the button could get 'shot' and will give bad affect to the gearbox. another problem is, the hazard-ligth switch. The switch could shot-circuited the whole car. But with the latest model of Proton Perdana, all the problem had been overcome.


Will this be the replacement model of Proton Perdana? Some said it was. But there's only rumors about it. Let's just wait and see.