Prevé
The Proton Prevé is a compact sedan developed by Malaysian automaker Proton, launched in April 2012. Built on Proton's P2 platform, it was designed to provide a local alternative to imported models, emphasizing performance and safety. The Prevé is equipped with 1.6-liter engines, available in both naturally aspirated and turbocharged versions, delivering 109 and 140 horsepower, respectively. Production continued until 2018, with significant updates in 2013, including the addition of six airbags and electronic stability control across the entire range. (paultan.org)
Variants by year
2012
Model summary
Data from the ScanRacer library, organized to compare versions quickly.
Model introduction
The Proton Prevé is a compact sedan developed by Malaysian automaker Proton, launched in April 2012. Built on Proton's P2 platform, it was designed to provide a local alternative to imported models, emphasizing performance and safety. The Prevé is equipped with 1.6-liter engines, available in both naturally aspirated and turbocharged versions, delivering 109 and 140 horsepower, respectively. Production continued until 2018, with significant updates in 2013, including the addition of six airbags and electronic stability control across the entire range. (paultan.org)
History
The Proton Prevé was launched in April 2012, succeeding the Proton Inspira. Its name, "Prevé," derives from the Malay word "prove," reflecting Proton's ambition to demonstrate its vehicles' ability to meet global standards. (paultan.org) Designed in collaboration with Italian designer Italdesign Giugiaro, the Prevé features a sporty and aerodynamic silhouette. It is equipped with 1.6-liter engines, available in both naturally aspirated and turbocharged versions, delivering 109 and 140 horsepower, respectively. In 2013, Proton updated the Prevé range by adding six airbags and electronic stability control across all variants, aligning the model with international safety standards. (paultan.org) Production of the Prevé concluded in 2018, after six years on the market.
Generations
The Proton Prevé was produced in a single generation from 2012 to 2018. This generation saw several updates, notably in 2013, with the addition of six airbags and electronic stability control across the entire range. (paultan.org)
Key differences
The Proton Prevé was offered with two versions of the 1.6-liter engine: a naturally aspirated version producing 109 horsepower and a turbocharged version delivering 140 horsepower. Both engines were paired with a five-speed manual transmission or a continuously variable transmission (CVT). In 2013, Proton updated the Prevé range by adding six airbags and electronic stability control across all variants, enhancing the vehicle's safety. (paultan.org)
Photo recognition
To identify a Proton Prevé, look for a compact sedan approximately 4.54 meters long, 1.79 meters wide, and 1.52 meters high. The exterior design features sharp lines and a distinctive front grille. Inside, the Prevé offers a clean dashboard with wood trims and an infotainment system provided by Bosch. (autoevolution.com)
Important versions
The Premium version of the Proton Prevé, equipped with the 140-horsepower turbocharged engine and CVT transmission, offers superior performance and an enhanced driving experience. This version was updated in 2018, with improvements aimed at reducing noise, vibration, and harshness, providing better comfort for occupants. (paultan.org)
References
- Proton Prevé - ScanRacer LibraryScanRacer
- Proton Prevé - AutoevolutionAutoevolution
- Proton Prevé - Paultan.orgPaultan.org
- https://www.auto-data.net/en/proton-preve-generation-6466auto-data.net
- https://www.auto-data.net/ro/proton-preve-generation-6466auto-data.net
- https://www.auto-data.net/it/proton-preve-generation-6466auto-data.net
- https://www.auto-data.net/en/proton-preve-model-2499auto-data.net
- https://www.auto-data.net/en/proton-preve-1.6-109hp-34333auto-data.net
Frequently asked questions
- What years was the Proton Prevé produced?
- ScanRacer's referenced versions cover 2012.