Malaysia’s biggest automaker Proton is all set to re-enter the multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) market as early as this week, according to The Star Online.
Their latest model, a compact six-seater MPV called the Proton Ertiga, will be the carmaker’s fourth and final product this year.
The specifications of the MPV are reportedly an exact copy of the Suzuki Ertiga, except for minor changes such as the Proton badging as well as the addition of reverse sensors.
Proton also revealed that the Ertiga has a 4-star Asean NCAP safety rating.
The Ertiga will reportedly be offered in three trim lines: the Executive 5-speed manual, Executive 4-speed automatic and Executive Plus 4-speed automatic.
According to Proton, all three trims will get the same standard equipments, which include 15-inch alloy wheels, two front airbags and anti-lock braking system with electronic brakeforce distribution.
The Executive Plus variant, meanwhile, will reportedly get a little bit more goodies, such as turn indicators on wing mirrors, driver seat height adjuster and audio system controls on steering wheel.
Proton said that the Ertiga, assembled at Proton’s plant in Tanjung Malim, will be competitively priced against existing Malaysian and Japanese rivals.
