CAMPRO
ENGINE
1DOHC
.3 OR161.6v
LOTUS
RIDENG
HANDLI
&
ACTIVE
SAFETY
FEATURES
360kYear
mile
warranty Your Proton, Your Way...
Take 2 the road
With Lotus engineering providing an engaging drive, plenty of practicality on
board and generous specification as standard, the GEN-2 gives you a great deal for
your money. It also gives you choices – hatchback or saloon, 1.3 or 1.6 litre engine
and manual or automatic on the 1.6 version – so THAT you can take to the road your
way.
Re-styled and ready to go, the GEN-2 has every- It’s the practical touches that make a true family car.
thing it takes to give you twice the car. Space for example. The space for three people in the
Lotus engineering delivers superb performance and back. Boot space for more than the weekly shop.
an inspiring drive. The hatchback has instant sporty And useful storage compartments throughout, such
appeal, while the sophisticated saloon has plenty as pockets, trays, cup-holders and a glove box. Then
of presence. Crucially, both have a 16 valve CamPro there’s value, which starts with three years’ free RAC
engine under the bonnet, giving you good torque, cover and continues with the GEN-2’s comprehen-
and Lotus-developed suspension makes the sive warranty package*. So you can just turn the key
GEN-2’s handling confident and responsive. and enjoy the drive.
Basic Performance Data CAMPRO
Engine 1.3 CamPro 16v 1.6 CamPro 16v
ENGINE
Power 94bhp/6000rpm 110bhp/6000rpm 1DOHC
.3 OR161.6v
LOTUS
Transmission
Maximum speed (mph)
Fuel consumption (mpg)† - Hatchback
Manual
112
40.9
Manual
118
39.8
Auto
115
36.22
RIDENG
HANDLI
&
Fuel consumption (mpg)† - Saloon - 42.8 41.5 ACTIVE
SAFETY
FEATURES
† Figures show combined fuel consumption. Dependent on driving style, road and traffic conditions, environmental influences, the state of the vehicle
and equipment, in practice fuel consumption figures can arise which may deviate from the figures shown.
360kYear
mile
warranty
In touch and in style
One glance proves that the spirit of Lotus runs right through the GEN-2’s design.
Attractive toned exterior curves and ergonomic interior design features effort-
lessly blend practicality with desirability. For the driver and passengers this means
THAT EVERy journey IS a pleasure.
01 02 03
04
Slip into the driver’s seat and you With a Blaupunkt audio system/CD player so you and your passengers will stay cool
immediately sense the presence of the which is Bluetooth ready and CDR W/ even on a hot summer’s day. And when
Lotus Design Studio, evidenced by the MP3 CD compatible, you’ve got unlimited you need to carry a load other than
titanium finish gear shift and the sporty access to your choice of music. people, the GEN-2’s versatile interior
steering wheel. Overall, the styling of the Four big speakers make it sound great, comes into its own. The rear seats split
controls and quality of finish give the whilst fingertip audio controls integrated 60:40 and fold down, giving you lots of
feeling of a cool, contemporary cabin. into the steering wheel give you load space for the day you spot a bulky
complete control. bargain at the shops or stock up with
materials at your DIY centre.
While you enjoy the sensation of driving,
the GEN-2 remains practical for everyday And fulfilling the Proton commitment to
life. For everyone’s comfort, there’s air value for money, the GEN-2 comes with
conditioning with a pollen filter on board, parking sensors as standard.
01 Luxurious sporty leather interior ( optional on GSX model )
02 Titanium finish gear shift
03 60:40 split, leather rear passenger seating
04 Stylish and sporty interior dash and driving position
05 Integrated steering wheel audio controls
05
06 Dashboard display and illuminations
06
01
02 03 04
01 GEN-2 with Lotus handling on the road
02 Sports spoiler for added control
03 Elevated hatch for good head clearance
04 Rear light cluster
Lively 5-door hatchback
The restyled GEN-2 hatchback looks every inch the sports-inspired model, with
strong exterior lines and a distinctive profile. Head on, the racing references
are unmistakable – black bezels on the headlamps, deep front skirt with inset fog
lights and an aerodynamic profile. But all this dynamic style is not at the expense
of practicality.
The moment you sit in the driver’s seat, Striking 15” gun-metal alloys come as a 460-litre boot capacity with the seats up
you can see the GEN-2’s interior styling standard on all 1.6 litre hatchback models. and 850 litres when seats are folded flat.
raises the bar in this class. The dark-matt For all-round sporty appeal the 1.6 litre This means that you can ferry friends,
dashboard is complemented by black GSX fits the bill, with tailgate spoiler and family, pets and belongings with the
dials with white insets and the colours extra-low skirts. minimum of fuss. For the economically
and finishes have classic appeal. minded there is a 1.3 litre model, whilst
However, the GSX takes the GEN-2’s As well as a higher power-to-weight ratio for those who need more performance it
interior to an entirely different level, with than many other cars in its class, the has to be the 1.6.
the option of stunning black-leather GEN-2 is bigger on space too. It boasts
upholstery enhanced by red trim
throughout.
Sleek 4-door saloon
Sophisticated and self assured, the new GEN-2 1.6 saloon blends big-car appeal with
light-footed performance on the road. It’s as much fun to drive as the hatchback
and has all the same BENEFITS, but with a separate boot.
The styling of the GEN-2 saloon incorpo- Equally, your passengers will appreci- With so many high-spec features such
rates the boot effortlessly, losing none of ate the supportive seats and generous as electric windows, electric mirrors and
the aesthetic appeal. The rear light legroom as much as the smooth ride. parking sensors fitted as standard, the
clusters and silver bar detailing give this The remote locking boot offers 430 litres only luxury you can add to the saloon’s
car an attractive rear view, complement- of load space whilst folding seats with a interior is full leather upholstery. Which
ed by the stylish 15” alloys. With the same 60:40 split give you scope for carrying all looks good and feels even better.
Lotus engineering running throughout sorts of awkward loads without making
the saloon, including features like a life difficult for your passengers.
MacPherson strut with a stabiliser bar
on the front suspension, you’ll enjoy the
saloon’s grace on long journeys.
01
02 03
01 GEN-2 saloon Persona
02 Dynamic Lotus ride and handling
03 Traditional cloth interior
Protection and
peace of mind
As you would expect from a family car, the GEN-2 comes fully prepared for the
realities of life. And on the road the biggest of these realities are protection,
security and a warranty package.*
PROTECTION SECURITY PEACE OF MIND
From the moment you and your loved When you’re out and about the last thing
WARRANTY PACKAGE
ones get into the GEN-2, you have the you want to worry about is whether your The joy of buying a new car is the total
reassurance of knowing that there is an car is safe. So let the GEN-2’s multifunc- peace of mind that comes with it. Proton
array of safety features. There are tion alarm, ignition lock protection and has a reputation for reliability, which is
Isofixstyle child seat restraints to help engine immobiliser take care of it. Every why we’re happy to give you a
keep smaller passengers safe, and child model gives you remote central comprehensive warranty package*
proof locks on the rear doors so that locking, with a remote boot unlock fea- when you buy a GEN-2.
no-one gets out without your say so. ture. The door locks are free rotating and
the only exposed door locks are shielded This means that you get:
While you’re on the move you’ve got the to prevent operation by foreign objects.
precision control of Lotus handling, plus All in all, this means that you can just lock • 3 year/60,000 mile total vehicle
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and EBD up and go without a second thought. warranty
(Electronic Brake Distribution) – all fitted • 6 year/100,000 mile engine and gearbox
as standard. What’s more, the GEN-2 warranty of Powertrain components
offers enhanced side-impact protection, • 6 year unlimited mileage bodywork
twin front airbags (plus two side airbags Motability is available across the range of warranty±
on the GSX ), front and rear crumple GEN-2 models. • 3 year unlimited mileage paintwork
zones and reinforced rear seats for Visit www.motability.co.uk for info. warranty
passenger protection. • 3 years’ FREE RAC cover
* Warranty is subject to maintenance in accordance with
manufacturer’s schedules. Terms and conditions apply.
±Excludes ecoLogic models
CAMPRO
ENGINE
1DOHC
.3 OR161.6v
LOTUS
RIHANDLI
&
DENG
ACTIVE
SAFETY
FEATURES
360kYear
mile
warranty There are even more extra benefits that you get as a Proton owner, such as free legal advice and other discounts
and special offers. You can find out more about these at www.proton.co.uk.
Customer information
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The specifications contained in this brochure are for information purposes only and relate to the time at which this brochure was printed. Every effort has been made to
ensure accuracy, but Proton believes in a policy of continuous improvement and therefore reserves the right to change specification without prior notice. Please consult
your nearest Proton dealer who will be happy to confirm model availability, prices and colour choices. E&OE . Specifications, dimensions and weights correct at time of
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