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Proton Prevé

2012

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
2012
Body style
Berlina
Type
Mass

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR

Coachbuilding, design & conversions

PRICE & SALES RECORD

Vehicle value

Original price
Not documented
Latest recorded sale
Not documented

01 / THE STORY

History & context

The Proton Prevé is a four-door compact saloon developed by Malaysian automobile manufacturer Proton and designed by Italdesign. It was launched on 16 April 2012 and is built on Proton’s next-generation P2 platform. The Prevé serves as the saloon counterpart to its sister car, the Proton Suprima S hatchback, and is the successor to the Proton Inspira. Proton markets the Prevé as its first global car, a claim underscored by the name “Prevé,” which means to prove or proof. This reflects Proton’s ambition to demonstrate its capabilities on the global stage, positioning the Prevé as a car that embodies the brand’s commitment to quality, design, and performance. The Prevé was designed to appeal to a broad audience with its blend of modern styling, advanced features, and practical design. As a compact saloon, it offers a balanced mix of comfort, space, and efficiency, making it a suitable choice for both urban commuting and longer journeys. The collaboration with Italdesign, a renowned design firm, ensures that the Prevé boasts a contemporary and attractive exterior, coupled with a well-thought-out interior layout. Overall, the Proton Prevé marks a significant step for Proton in its efforts to expand its presence in the global automotive market, showcasing the brand’s ability to produce a competitively designed and engineered vehicle.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Mass

Engine & performance

Specification notes
Production compact sedan; styling collaboration with Italdesign Giugiaro; Fabrizio Giugiaro credited. Body baseline: wheelbase 2650 mm; 4543 × 1786 × 1524 mm. Powertrain and kerb weight remain version-dependent.

Dimensions & accommodation

Wheelbase
2,650 mm
Length
4,543 mm
Width
1,786 mm
Height
1,524 mm

Design & manufacture

Designer · Candidate
Fabrizio Giugiaro
Design Studio · Documented
Italdesign
Manufacturer · Documented
Proton

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.

ReferenceSource type
Proton Prevé technical specification carirac.com Specialist technical corroboration
SGCarMart — Proton Prevé 1.6 www.sgcarmart.com Market technical catalogue

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