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Proton Gen-2 Persona

Budget brand adds saloon to its UK line-up.

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11th March 2008

Malaysian manufacturer Proton has stuck the boot in! The company has revealed an all-new saloon version of its Gen-2 family hatch.

Called the Persona, the newcomer is intended as a luxurious range-topper for the mid-size range. From the nose to the base of the C-Pillar it uses the same body panels as the existing five-door model. Beyond this stylists have neatly integrated a traditional booted rear end, which promises increased luggage space.

In keeping with its premium pretentions, the Persona comes loaded with standard kit. Included in the specification are climate control, electric windows, an MP3/CD stereo system and parking sensors.

Under the bonnet is familiar Lotus engineered 110bhp 1.6-litre petrol engine, connected to either a five-speed manual or four-cog auto gearbox. The British sportscar firm have also had a hand in the chassis set-up.

The Persona hits UK showrooms at the end of March and is priced at £9,795, which includes a £1,000 dealer discount. Choose the self-shifiting gearbox and you'll pay £10,595.
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