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Is this a Proton Saga R3 prototype? From first impressions it’s got a very familiar front bumper (like the Satria Neo R3 2010) and the R3 Advanti rims from the new Satria Neo R3 2011. Looking pretty fierce don’t you think?
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Late last year, Proton Motorsports or R3, showcased a saliva-inducing 180bhp turbocharged Satria Neo R3 shocker at KLIMS 2010. Never to be ones to rest on their laurels, they unveiled a supercharged prototype, outputting a yummilicious 180bhp and 200Nm torque, last month. Exterior-wise, the car houses a bodykit similar to last year’s Satria Neo R3 Lotus Racing edition, with a black paint finish, red highlights and gold trimmings. The interior features the contrasty red and black combination, synonymous with previous generation R3 vehicles.
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Is it always wise to customise? Lotus seems to think so, although doing it right’s the key. Coming March at the Geneva Motor Show, Lotus is set to reveal the multi-award winning Lotus Evora as you’ve never seen it before.
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The all-new 2011 R3 Satria Neo. No official pics as yet but a couple shown here are based on the R3 Satria Neo Concept test-driven by T. Yamano in Japan. More pics and video after the jump.
Pic source: Hadzwan Hamzah
The much-anticipated 2011 R3 Satria Neo was officially launched by PROTON yesterday. True to the speculated specs, the R3 Satria Neo is powered by the same 145bhp (@ 7,000rpm) / 168Nm @ 5,000rpm torque Stage 2 CAMPRO powerplant that powers the R3 Satria Neo Lotus Racing.
Artist Impression of the Satria Neo R3 RS-spec
Following up on the preview of the drool-worthy Satria Neo R3 Concept previewed at KLIMS 2010 yesterday, a spokesperson from R3 revealed that a RS-spec Satria Neo R3 will be launched some time next year. R3 is expected to only build 70 units of these babies.
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PROTON showcased a menacing, track-focused Satria Neo R3 Concept at KLIMS 2010 today, setting a new benchmark in performance within PROTON’s product line up. Powered by a R3-developed turbocharged CAMPRO CPS which outputs 200hp and 250Nm of torque, this is the fastest Neo by PROTON to date and purposely built as a Time Attack weapon. The signature R3-red is gone, replaced with new yellow-striped livery. Enough goodies to satisfy hardcore nuts and R3 fans alike!
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Image sourced from Lotus Cars
The Lotus Elise. The much-loved, super lightweight, no-frills track weapon. Every petrolhead’s weekend track escape. It’s the car that clearly defines Sir Colin Chapman’s Lotus DNA. Power through lightweight. Sad to say that the new direction of Lotus, as seen at the Paris Motor Show, will be a heftier one.
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Image sourced from Lotus Cars
Image sourced from Lotus Cars
A hybrid concept that goes head-on with the Porsche Panamera? You bet. The Eterne is a four-door sedan with an optional hybrid powertrain, powered by a 620-bhp 5.0-liter V8 lump from Toyota (who else???). The hybrid drivetrain uses a KERS energy recuperation system (just like F1), and will be available in both rear- and all-wheel drive. As far as performance specs go, how’s 0-60km/h in 4 seconds flat and a top speed of 310km/h sound? The Eterne is expected to be available in 2015 and will cost a lot of money, obviously.
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