\u201cWe are excited to introduce these fuel-efficient vehicles to consumers across the country,\u201d said Marius Smal, Managing Director for Proton SA.<\/p>\n
The launch marks Proton\u2019s re-entry into the South African market, following its acquisition by Geely \u2013 which also owns respected car brands like Volvo.<\/p>\n
Geely purchased Proton in 2017 and has since made aggressive upgrades to bring the latest European technologies and designs to the X50 and X70.<\/p>\n
The equivalent left-hand vehicles are so popular in other markets that over 2.8 million units have been sold worldwide.<\/p>\n
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Performance<\/strong><\/h3>\nThe X50 and X70 both feature a 1.5L, three-cylinder turbocharged direct injection engine that produces up to 130KW of power and 265Nm of torque.<\/p>\n
Geely and Volvo combined forces to produce this powerful engine, resulting in a class-leading motor that is fuel-efficient and reliable.<\/p>\n
This engine is also designed to work with world-class compact modular architecture (CMA) \u2013 which ensures the Proton X50 and X70 meet CN\/Euro 6 emission standards.<\/p>\n
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<\/h3>\nAffordable luxury<\/strong><\/h3>\n\u201cIt is now possible for consumers to step up and step into what we are calling \u2018Affordable Luxury\u2019,\u201d said Smal on the X50 and X70.<\/p>\n
\u201cThese new model ranges offer advanced features and performance that are on par with many other luxury brands.\u201d<\/p>\n
This includes various intelligent and connected features that make driving convenient and safe.<\/p>\n
You can say \u201cHi Proton\u201d to operate the windows, the sunroof, air conditioning, and more with voice control, while six USB ports provide ample charging solutions.<\/p>\n
Multiple speakers \u2013 including an amplifier and subwoofer \u2013 then provide an exceptional entertainment experience inside the vehicle.<\/p>\n
Importantly, the Proton X50 and X70 bring you these features – and much more – at a great price. The Proton X50 starts at under R450,000, while the X70 starts at under R530,000.<\/p>\n
Pricing for the full range is listed below.<\/p>\n
X50 Pricing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n- Standard – R449,900<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Luxury – R499,900<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Executive – R535,900<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Premium – R579,900<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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X70 Pricing<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/h3>\nAffordable luxury<\/strong><\/h3>\n\u201cIt is now possible for consumers to step up and step into what we are calling \u2018Affordable Luxury\u2019,\u201d said Smal on the X50 and X70.<\/p>\n
\u201cThese new model ranges offer advanced features and performance that are on par with many other luxury brands.\u201d<\/p>\n
This includes various intelligent and connected features that make driving convenient and safe.<\/p>\n
You can say \u201cHi Proton\u201d to operate the windows, the sunroof, air conditioning, and more with voice control, while six USB ports provide ample charging solutions.<\/p>\n
Multiple speakers \u2013 including an amplifier and subwoofer \u2013 then provide an exceptional entertainment experience inside the vehicle.<\/p>\n
Importantly, the Proton X50 and X70 bring you these features – and much more – at a great price. The Proton X50 starts at under R450,000, while the X70 starts at under R530,000.<\/p>\n
Pricing for the full range is listed below.<\/p>\n
X50 Pricing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n- Standard – R449,900<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Luxury – R499,900<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Executive – R535,900<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Premium – R579,900<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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X70 Pricing<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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- Standard – R449,900<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Luxury – R499,900<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Executive – R535,900<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Premium – R579,900<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\nX70 Pricing<\/strong><\/h3>\n
- Luxury – R499,900<\/strong><\/li>\n
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