Proton has revealed the Proton X70 Merdeka Edition,
of which only 62 units will be available. The limited edition is in conjunction
with Malaysia’s 62nd independence day, which falls on August 31, 2019.
The X70 Merdeka Edition is based on the top Premium
2WD variant, but adds on accessories for a slightly altered appearance. The
Flame Red exterior paint you see here is contrasted with a Quartz Black roof
(includes A pillars, wing mirrors, area around the glass roof and rear spoiler),
and there are door visors and a rear bumper scuff plate.
Inside, you’ll find new floor mats and a trunk mat.
The set is in black, and has a quilt pattern with red piping. Of course, no
special edition is complete without emblems – here, you’ll find one on the
tailgate and one inside. The latter, which is located just below the passenger
side air con vent, is numbered XX/62.
Two colour options are available – Flame Red, of
which there will be 26 units; and 36 units in Snow White. There are no mechanical
changes, which means you’ll get a 1.8 litre turbo engine with 181 hp/285 Nm,
paired to a six-speed automatic transmission channeling drive to the front
wheels.
The Proton X70 Merdeka Edition is priced at
RM 126,100 on-the-road without insurance, which is RM 2,300 more than the Premium
2WD’s sticker price.
