PROTON X50 compact SUV launched in Nepal

24th March 2022

"Jagdamba Motors, the official distributor of PROTON vehicles in Nepal, today officially launched the long-awaited PROTON X50."

Jagdamba Motors, the official distributor of PROTON vehicles in Nepal,unveiled the X50 in three variants ( Standard, Premium and Flagship) at a media drive on 13th March 2022.

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The SUV was unveiled on 23th March through the official launch event held at Jagdamba Motors’ Gairidhara showroom in the presence of Mohammed Fadzal Abu Hassan, Charge d’ Affairs of the Malaysian Embassy.
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Shahil Agarwal, Chairman of Jagdamba Motors, said, “The global demand and brand presence of Proton and the success of X50 in Malaysia brought it to the Nepali market.”

The PROTON X50 is one of the most sought-after cars in Malaysia and is gaining popularity in various countries in recent times. Jagdamba Motors has unveiled 1.5T Standard, 1.5T Premium, and 1.5 TGDi Flagship versions of the vehicle with a 1.5-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine in Nepal.

It's Standard and Premium versions produce 150 PS of power at 5,500 rpm and 226 Nm of torque at 1,500 to 4,000 rpm.

Similarly, the Flagship version produces 177 PS of power at 5,500 rpm and 255 Nm of torque at 1,500 to 4,000 rpm. It also features 7-speed dual-clutch transmission with manual mode.
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The PROTON X50 which comes in a very attractive design consists of features like dual-tone interior and exterior as well as Full LED Headlamp, 18 ” Alloy wheels, Quad Exhaust Tailpipes, Floating Floor Console, Panoramic Sunroof, LCD Meter Combination, and Front Welcome Lamps.

At present PROTON X50 has more safety features than any other vehicle in the Nepali market in same price range. The vehicle has an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) for passenger safety including Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) and Forward Warning Collision (FCW), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop and Go, Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC), Lane Keep.

Assist and Blind Spot Information System as well as various other features like 6 SRS Airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Auto Park Assist and a 360-degree camera.

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The vehicle features a 10.25 ” Infotainment Head Unit, Voice Command, 3 USB Ports, and Smartphone Connectivity, as well as a Driver Power Seat, Auto Rain Sensing Wipers, Auto Air Conditioning and N95 Cabin Filter.

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Deepak Agarwal, CEO of Jagdamba Motors, said, “Malaysia’s best selling compact SUV, PROTON X50, which has entered the Nepali market with more features than other brands in this segment, will definitely attract a lot of customers. And it will also reach to the greatest of height thriving with success in terms of sales and service’’.

PROTON has managed to make a big impression in the market with its excellent vehicle sales as well as after-sales service and the new PROTON X50 is expected to increase its presence all over Nepal.

Jagdamba Motors has been selling PROTON SAGA in the entry-level sedan segment and PROTON X70 in the premium SUV segment since 2020.

Proton X50 Price in Nepal

The standard variant is priced at Rs 71,99,000, the premium variant at Rs 79,99,000 whereas Flagship variant will cost 84,99,000.

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Proton X70 Launching Soon In Nepal

25th April 2021

"The Proton X70 has been spotted several times on Kathmandu's streets"

The Proton X70 has been spotted several times on Kathmandu's streets. It gives us great pleasure to inform you that the X70 will be available in Nepal very soon. The Proton X70 is Malaysia's best-selling SUV, competing with the Jeep Compass, Hyundai Tucson, and Kia Sportage. Proton Cars' official distributor in Nepal is Jagdamba Motors, a subsidiary of Shanker Group. In the Nepalese market, the Proton X70 will join the Saga sedan in the company's lineup.

The Proton X70 seen on Naxal roads has an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS), which is only found in a few premium brands. The distributor is believed to be testing the adaptability of such features on Nepalese roads.

The Proton X70, according to our sources, will be powered by a 1.5-liter TGDi turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine producing 255 Nm of torque (which will be the highest in the segment). It also has a 7-speed DCT transmission, which was developed jointly by Volvo and Geely. The gearbox maximizes efficiency while minimizing shift response time, making it an ideal match for the 1.5TGDi engine. It is also thought that the model has a 2WD option as well as a well-positioned 4WD option for Nepal's roads.

According to the manufacturer's website, the Proton X70 SUV comes standard with best-in-class features such as 6 Airbags, ABS with EBS and BA, Auto Headlights & Wipers, Keyless Entry (with active touch sensors on the front door handles), Push-Start, 360-Degree Camera, 8 Speakers, 8-inch Infotainment Screen, Autonomous Emergency Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, Climate Control with Smart Air Purifier Syst The X70 also has a full 5-star crash test rating from ASEAN-NCAP and was named Malaysia's Car of the Year in 2019.

The X70 is also expected to receive the ‘HI PROTON' voice command assistance system, which is a Global Key User Interface (GKUI) system capable of detecting and responding to selected voice commands to improve safety by allowing drivers to focus on the road ahead. Voice Command can answer basic questions and control major functions of the infotainment system and vehicle in-car functions. You can also control many other aspects of the vehicle, such as the radio, sunroof, windshields, and audio calls, among others.

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Proton X50: Premium Mid Range SUV unveiled in Nepal

14th March 2022

"Jagdamba Motors has introduced Standard, Premium and Flagship variants of X50 in Nepal."

Malaysian brand Proton's SUV X-50 has arrived in Nepal. Jagdamba Motors, the official distributor of Proton for Nepal, unveiled the X50 in three variants ( Standard, Premium and Flagship) at a media drive on 13th March 2022.

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The X50 is much smaller than the X70. Measuring 4,330 mm long, 1,800 mm wide and 1,609 mm tall, it is 189 mm shorter, 31 mm narrower and 85 mm lower compared to its sibling, while its 2,600 mm wheelbase is 70 mm shorter.

Power comes from a 1.5 litre turbocharged three-cylinder engine developed by Volvo.

The Standard and Premium variants getting a port-injected mill making 150 PS at 5,500 rpm and 226 Nm from 1,500 to 4,000 rpm.

The more powerful direct-injected engine is exclusive to the Flagship and churns out 177 PS at 5,500 rpm and 255 Nm of torque from 1,500 to 4,000 rpm.

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All three varinats are front-wheel drive and come with the same seven-speed wet dual- clutch transmission.

The X50 features a full LED headlamp, 18-inch alloy wheel, welcome light, quad exhaust pipe, dual tone interior, LCD meter combination, panoramic sunroof, and a floating floor console.

Other features include autonomous emergency braking, lane keeping assist, blind spot monitoring, automatic high beam and parking assist for entering parallel and perpendicular spaces and for exiting parallel spots.

The X50 to secure a full five-star ASEAN NCAP safety rating.

The official launch will take place on 23rd March 2022.

Proton X50 Price in Nepal

The standard variant is priced at Rs 71,99,000, the premium variant at Rs 79,99,000 whereas Flagship variant will cost 84,99,000.

Proton X50 1.5T (Standard) Specs at glance (as STD features)

Mechanicals

1.5T PFI 1.5 litre engine
1,477 cc multi-point injection, turbocharged three-cylinder
150 PS at 5,500 rpm
226 Nm from 1,500 to 4,000 rpm
Seven-speed wet dual-clutch automatic transmission with manual mode (no paddle shifters)
6.5 litres per 100 km fuel consumption
Three drive modes (Normal, Eco and Sport)
Front-wheel drive
Ventilated brake discs (front), solid discs (rear)
Electronic parking brake with auto brake hold function
45 litre fuel tank capacity