Proton claims early order surge for X50
The all-new B-segment X50 SUV, based on the Geely Geely Binyou L, will be officially launched in Malaysia this week, along with full pricing details. Proton claims the new model has 245 new dedicated parts that were developed as a result of more than 400,000 man-hours of R&D in collaboration with Geely.
Proton confirmed that production is underway at its Tanjong Malim plant in Malaysia, as the company looks to begin deliveries immediately after the model's official launch, with at least the first 5,000 units expected to be delivered to customers by the end of August.
The new X50 is powered by Geely's new i-GT 1.5 TD engine, coupled to a 7-speed DCT gearbox, delivering 133 kW of power and 290 Nm of torque. It also comes with an upgraded ADAS Level 2 system.
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