Proton R3 Satria Neo is revealed in its entirety

 

Exterior-wise, the R3 version presents an all round sporty demeanor  and is available only in an exclusive Fire Red body color with a black painted roof. Further accentuating the R3's exterior styling is the CPS bodykit package which has; a redesigned R3 designed rear roof spoiler, a menacing front lip, fender arches and titanium colored side strips or mouldings. While, the 16” inch gunmetal lightweight alloys and Potenza RE001R 205/45s complete the R3's aggressive stance. 

 

Inside, a special-colored matte red and black two-tone defines its interior. The R3 comes fitted with R3 limited edition front bucket seats wrapped in nappa leather with micro fiber finish, carbon effect PVC and detailed in red stitching; matte red dashboard trims, gear console and handbrake handle; two-tone door trims; and R3 floor carpets. Other interior amenities and features include; an engine start button, a 2-DIN audio head unit with 3D GPS navigation, aluminium foot pedals and gear knob, and solar and security protection. 

 

The car, built by Proton's Motorsports Division, has plenty of 'drool-able'  highlights for modders in terms of power output and what's under the hood, which include; a Stage-2 upgrade to the standard 1.6-litre CAMPRO S4PH engine (churns 145 bhp@7000 rpm & 68 Nm of torque@5000 rpm), a close ratio 5-speed manual transmission, re-profiled camshafts with adjustable aluminium camshaft pulley, a carbon fibre air intake system and a higher flow 4-2-1 performance exhaust system.

 

Weighing in at 1,200kg, ride and handling has also been enhanced further with the car's 10mm height reduction thanks to its shorter performance springs, all in the name of  curbing body roll. In addition. elements such as; recalibrated alignment, toe and camber settings, better grip and steering precision as well as overall handling and dynamic structure,

 

Stopping power relies predominantly on high performance brake pads, capable of withstanding high-temperatures of up to 500 degree Celsius for increased fade resistance during heavy braking. The car's safety equipment has gained a sound upgrade to now consist of dual front airbags and anti-lock braking system (ABS) with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD).

 

The R3 Satria Neo is slated for a proper unveiling soon by Proton and the price has been capped at RM79,797 (MT Metallic). The variant is available for immediate booking at all Proton Edar showrooms in Peninsular Malaysia.