PROTON Holdings Berhad has launched the Satria Neo R3 which features an enhanced R3 body kit, sports rim, trims and accessories to give it a more sporty and aggressive appearance. Exterior changes include the addition of a R3 rear spoiler, front splitters, R3 front and rear mark, titanium coloured side protecting mouldings, and 16” R3 alloy rims. While the interior features R3 front semi-bucket seats with leather upholstery complemented by R3 floor mats and a 2 DIN multimedia audio and a GPS navigation system.
Powered by the 1.6L Campro CPS engine, producing 125hp at 6500rpm and 150Nm of torque. The Neo can go from 0-100km/h in 10.5 seconds for the manual transmission and 12.9 for the automatic counterpart, with a top speed of 190km/h and 185km/h for the automatic transmission.
In terms of safety features, the car is equipped with dual front airbags, ABS, EBD, and pre-tensioner seatbelts. The Proton Satria Neo R3 is available in Fire Red, GTI Silver, Tranquility Black, and Canary Yellow (which is the colour of the Satria Neo S2000).
“The Satria Neo is one of PROTON‟s most popular and iconic models. It has achieved numerous outstanding successes in the arena of motorsports. Its fantastic winning records are testament of its capability and its race track qualities are undeniable. With the introduction of the Satria Neo R3, we are offering to our customers, a tried and tested model that now comes fully equipped and with the added R3 kit and accessories for a fresher and clearly more distinctive sporty style. R3, also known as Race, Rally, Research, is PROTON‟s motorsports performance arm, very much similar to those used by other OEM‟s,” said Dato‟ Sri Hj. Mohd Khamil, PROTON’s Executive Chairman.
“We believe there‟s a market for an affordable two-door sports hatch back. The Satria Neo R3 is targeted for the young and the young at heart, and of course motorsports enthusiasts. With the added R3 kit, it is „coolness‟ that is affordable with performance that is proven.”
In conjunction with the launch of Satria Neo R3, PROTON is also introducing special R3 packages for early buyers of the Satria Neo R3, as well as R3 performance enhancements specially targeted for motorsports enthusiasts who wish to invest in further styling and performance parts for their Satria Neo R3.
Buyers whom have purchased the Satria Neo R3 before 31st December 2012 will receive an additional signature R3 side strip and front grille stickers. The decals will also be purchasable along with other R3 upgrades such as lowered spring set, performance exhaust system, and belt accessory drive pulley.
The Satria Neo R3 is available in two variants, Executive Line AT (automatic transmission) and Executive Line MT (manual transmission), priced at RM64,250 and RM61,250 on the road. Buyers will be happy to know that the Satria Neo R3 comes with a manufacturer warranty period of 3 years or 100,000km (whichever comes first). It is officially open for booking commencing today, and customers can make their order with a booking fee of only RM300.00. Enthusiasts wanting to get their hands on the new Satria Neo R3 may view the car at selected PROTON showrooms nationwide - Carlist.my
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