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.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 2 photographs
08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE
Archive
References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.
| Reference | Source 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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