Proton Satria Neo City Car Model

One of the cars that Proton has become most known for is the Satria. The Satria first hit the road in the mid-1990’s, and over time it grew from its roots as a re-badged edition of the Mitsubishi Mirage into a vehicle that sported an in-house platform and original Proton styling. This revised edition of the vehicle was labeled the Satria Neo, and it has been available since 2006. The newer Satria Neo is very much a youth-oriented automobile, a hatchback designed to get a new generation of drivers excited about the brand.

The 2009 Proton Satria Neo is an attractive vehicle which bears styling reminiscent of both the Mazda 3 and the Subaru Impreza, yet does not appear derivative of either of these cars. The Satria Neo is classified as a ‘super mini’, a city car which is smaller than a subcompact and which is designed to fit in well in urban areas where parking is at a premium and where streets are frequently narrow and crowded.

The base Satria Neo is powered by a 1.3 liter, 4-cylinder engine that develops 94 horsepower, but drivers can choose to upgrade to a 110 horsepower 1.6 liter motor that also generates a healthier amount of torque. Both units are well suited to carting around the Satria Neo’s 2,500 lbs of weight. The hatchback comes with a 5-speed manual transmission, but a 4-speed automatic is available as an option.

The 2009 Proton Satria Neo has attained excellent market penetration in foreign markets, particularly England where its combination of peppy performance and pint-sized dimensions appeal to a wide range of drivers. The Neo’s use of a Lotus-designed suspension system ensures that the vehicle responds well to steering inputs, rough road surfaces and twisty country two-lanes. Inside, the car does see some drawbacks as a result of its ultra-tiny platform. Taller drivers will have an issue with head room, but rear leg room has been improved over older models of the car.

Those expecting the Satria Neo to offer them the same level of space as a four-door sedan will be disappointed, but those looking for a practical city runabout will be pleasantly surprised. The Proton’s small size also means that the level of included safety equipment also becomes important. Unfortunately, airbags and anti-lock brakes are not available on entry-level models, making it necessary to spend more in order to get a feeling of safety when slipping behind of the
wheel of this tiny car.

Proton Cars Managing Director, Brian Collier said: “The Satria Neo to give new customers a reliable and Proton reliability combined with sleek design and smooth Lotus handling, all accompanied by our reputation for customer service.”

Lotus – add punch and skills for the Proton Satria Neo

Continuing the excellent performance and won the features of its predecessor, the Satria Neo also benefit from the development of engineering and the entry of other firms in Lotus. The result is a car with increased handling, performance and style – both inside and outside. Proton needs 3-door to a new generation.

Exterior Design

When the team first conceived the design of the Proton Proton Satria Neo, the goal is to create an elegant atmosphere and sophisticated 3-door hatchback that maintaining strong elements that made the original Satria very popular and successful. Below originally developed by Lotus, the initial concept, representation and models of the outer surface of the clay was developed in Lotus Design Center based at Hethel in Norfolk. After this, the feasibility of BIW design for slim chassis, and electric vehicle development planning is also done in the UK. Detailed design by promoting the production is carried out by Lotus Engineering Proton engineers working together in the new state-of-the-art plant at Proton City in Tanjung Malim in Malaysia.

Simon Wood, Engineering Director at Group Lotus Plc said: “I am proud of the Satria Neo, it embodies held as important aspects of the Lotus, striking design, dynamic performance and driver enjoyment.”

Thanks to the expertise and experience of the two groups of engineers, the car produced more than its original writing. This is a bold, stylish and desirable, with the sculptures of the hood, stylish front grille, front and rear bumpers, sporty ‘tiger-eye’ projector lamp and sweeping silhouette all adding graceful, cat print.

Size

Proton Satria Neo has a new platform, which has been designed to the same dimensions as the original Satria GTI, to provide additional space and improved vehicle dynamics. Additionally, front and rear tracks have been extended to 1470mm. The length of the vehicle now 3905mm wheelbase of 2440mm and width and height of each of 1710mm and 1420mm.

Proton Satria Neo has a center-mounted fuel tank 45 liters below the floor, which offers excellent protection in case of accident, and also increase both passenger and cargo space, with a volume of 286 liters of luggage (0,286 cubic meters) with the rear seats and the volume of 615 liters (0.615 cubic meters) with seats below.

NVH suppression

Proton Satria Neo has superior NVH characteristics that make a comfortable driving experience for residents without removing the engine sounds sporty. Under the exterior design, sporty road hugs. When combined with sleek aerodynamic profile, the Proton Satria Neo offers low wind resistance, maneuverability, good high-speed, stability and control of vehicles.

Tuned exhaust system that is not appropriate to reduce internal noise and vibration, keeping the “sporty” sound. Furthermore, the assembly of a four-point drive train of the existing three point turn a neutral torque axis to provide passengers NVH. The development has provided the results of 72 dBA at cruising speed, which puts Satria Neo at the same level of competition.

Lighting

And the contemporary style, a part of an integrated rear combination lamps ensure maximum brilliance and sporty look. Multi-focus reflectors to increase the visibility of the rear interior and improve safety while driving and the internal filter flashing amber reflector integrated. Satria Neo All models have a halogen lamp with semi-automatic leveling series.

Interior Design

Modern, minimalist interior of the Proton Satria Neo takes signals from the Lotus. Clean and contemporary design creates athletic, sense of sophistication, while a large cabin environment provides maximum comfort to enhance the driving experience.

Dashboard and instruments

The fascia board Satria Neo has its roots in the GEN-2 scheme, but added the finishing touch as soft amber and a blue screen and a new storm interior color scheme of gray. Blue quickly ensure the screen is clear, but non-intrusive and does not interfere with the driver, especially at night. All models have eased GSX toolbar so that drivers can choose their own brightness adjustments. All important information clearly so that the driver arranged just need to take your eyes off the road for a while to get key information. Located in the center of the digital computer to combine the distance of travel of refueling, the long trip and average fuel consumption. All the big warning indicator easy to find, including the warning of seatbelt and door open warning light.

The materials chosen for the instrument panel selected for low reflectivity to reduce glare from the road. Low material has been selected for its durability. There are cloth inserts in the door panels and the A, B and C are covered with plastic beads.

Control

Proton Satria Neo was redesigned three-spoke steering wheel with controls for volume and mute the radio / CD player on the left and past the search and the control mode on the right. The wheel is placed at an angle again has increased legroom for drivers of 930mm from the hip pivot point. Rudder also adjusts for maximum comfort.

Seats

Seats in the Council of hugs in front of the driver and give passengers a better grip and feel completely safe driving. Driver’s seat is height, tilt and slide can be adjusted for optimal comfort and passenger seat has a memory function that automatically put back into its original position after moving forward to allow access for rear passengers.

And the luggage storage

There are many storage compartments in the cabin, including front glove compartment, pockets in the front doors, rear map pockets in the front seat and two double cup holders located behind the handbrake. There are two small compartments located in the system left and right audio can be used to store purses, wallets, MP3 players, etc.

60:40 split rear folding seat in the provision of versatile cargo area behind the car without removing the headrests before folding chair attached to the front to create a large cargo area for excess baggage, luggage, shopping, etc. With the rear seats up, luggage room of a total of 286 liters (0,286 cubic meters) and with Down’s seats is greater than 615 liters (0,615 cubic meters).

Team

All models are equipped with air conditioning system with pollen filter and climate control as standard. The vertically stacked heating controls are familiar, follow the style shown in the GEN-2, also located on the shifter and complete a simple look, minimalist, sporty feel.

Automatic Automatic cruise control as standard, which is unusual in this price range cars. This allows the driver to set their own constant speed. Controls are in the steering column on the right side.

Other practical considerations in abundance. Proton Satria Neo is equipped with central, illuminated power window, side mirror adjusters, center mount clock, sun visors with vanity mirror driver side and passenger which also includes ticket holders, armrest Front and rear side doors and 12V outlet.

Audio

In-car entertainment comes in the form of a unity of style that complements the sporty look. Each variant of the Proton Satria Neo Guess who’s equipped with an RDS radio and CD player that is compatible with both CDRW and MP3 CDs, in addition to standard CD format. This integrated unit is only compatible with the Proton Satria Neo can not be stolen and used in another vehicle.

The model can be equipped with hands-free phone based on Bluetooth technology. A four-way speaker system provides a better distribution of sound in the cabin.

Engines and Transmissions

Proton Satria Neo is available with 1.6-liter 16V engine developed by Lotus CAMPRO, with a choice of 5 speed manual transmission or four-speed automatic gearbox. Although it shares the same engine and transmission with the GEN-2, Satria Neo has a new final drive ratio is lower, giving better low to medium speed and acceleration smooth power delivery and torque.

Under the pact, efficient exterior is CAMPRO 4-cylinder 16V Multi-Point injection engine developed in collaboration with Lotus. As expected from a company that designs and manufactures high-performance vehicles, this is the engine that sticks serious give maximum speed of 118 mph, the pair of 111bhp and 109lb/ft.

This is also built to last. The CAMPRO has tested more than 1.2 million miles and spent another 27,000 hours on the dyno. And with a low weight and expert tuning and balance, the Proton Satria Neo also offers a very good response.

Chassis

Number of protons has gained strength through their relationship with the Lotus is the ability to maximize ride and handling through total integrated body tuning and balance, combine to offer a fun and exciting disco and translated in the Neo has a very good maneuverability direction in the corners and management capabilities that are easily distinguishable in terms of speed and high speed cornering stability.

Extensive travel and management of Lotus Engineering during the initial phase of the project, and vehicle production was also tested to ensure that the philosophy of the Lotus chassis dynamics fully established in the Proton Satria Neo.

Place and good management not only makes the car more fun to drive, but also improves safety by providing accurate and rapid response to driver action. A few cars achieve a good level of both. Usually a better management of driving means less comfort and vice versa. Satria Neo which has been designed to optimize both the elements.

Suspension

A wider and lower track position Proton Satria Neo plays an important role in the ability of the vehicle when cornering, along with a MacPherson strut the right technology steering response and hope that a good handling, cornering and lane change, all received roll with ease. There are bushes in front of the vertically mounted in the forearm that provides high lateral to vertical movement according to a softer for improved comfort and stability. Sub-section front frame member of the Cross has a new design that provides high rigidity and improved handling of the vehicle.

To further improve the management of Proton Satria Neo has a multi-link system with recalibrated shock absorber damping and spring flowers. In the rear sway bar that has positioned the body to increase control and the connection is designed, through the power, to provide better lateral stiffness.

Paseo de base and good management lies in the structural integrity of the car body – Satria Neo in a strong body is designed to be rigid in the areas of law and the impact of absorbance offered in the area of wrinkles. This in turn increases security, ensuring smooth and protected residents.

Rem

Proton Satria Neo All models are equipped with ABS with EBD for optimal performance. In addition, all models have disc brakes on all sides, with 270 mm 280 mm ventilated front and solid at the back.

Wheels

Proton Satria Neo has a turbine-style 16-inch alloy wheels with 195/50R16 88V hand Continental Sport tires.

Steering

Although Satria Neo broader than the original Satria, Proton has reduced the vehicle rolled circle only 10.2 million (33.5ft), which has helped raise around the city, handling and maneuverability.

Security

Safety is a priority for protons, which provides drivers with a variety of tools to help prevent accidents and protect the event of a collision. Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and electronic brake distribution (EBS) provides control, braking safety in foul weather.

Proton aims to provide “active” and “passive” safety and the Proton Satria Neo is not just that.

Active safety is achieved through good control of the vehicle, helping to avoid accidents. Lotus input in the chassis and suspension to ensure the development of the Proton Satria Neo has a very good handling, steering precise and stable braking. The accuracy of the feedback and steering response, handling and braking, to ensure maximum control, while on the road.

Passive safety, reduce injuries in the accident, always be important in the Proton Satria Neo and has several new security features to support this. Proton here focuses on the protection of passengers through the building-in the restriction zones, the rigidity of the car stronger and the energy absorbing technology. These include double, double impact trapezoidal bar the door, which worked with the receiver side sills to improve protection and prevent the door from moving to a cabin in a side impact.

Proton Satria Neo is built using a new platform for increased body rigidity and crash performance of the next. Methods of computer aided engineering work for the internal target set earlier for the structural chassis of vehicle performance and dynamics, with the mapping and verification during the development program. Torsion and bending the body that increases the target for the original Satria model to improve the body and therefore the characteristics of structural safety. Proton has been using the power of high strength steel in key structural members, and strengthened the structure of the front and the dash panel member of the Cross. Results 64 kmh crash test frontal side impact, and reassuring as crash test stationary pole.

These passengers also use the control system to reduce injuries from secondary impact. The Satria Neo has three independent rear headrests to improve safety of passengers and rear headrests Front Range adjusted to help protect against whiplash in the accident. In addition to the waist of the driver, safety warning system connected to the sound that reminds drivers to fasten seatbelts. Both front seatbelts have pretensioners to maintain the strength of the belt in the level of control and ensure that passengers remain at the site of impact. There are dual airbags fitted as standard across the range Proton Satria Neo and additional features include steering column and collapsible pedals anti-intrusion system, both to help prevent penetration into the cabin during a frontal impact. Rear bench has been designed to withstand the impact of the trunk were thrown in the back seat and so rear passengers in the event of rear impact.

Both front seats have an anti-submarine, which ensures that in a frontal collision, the occupants will not slide under the seatbelt.

All passive safety systems have been refined for the optimal time to reduce the risk of injury.

Security

Satria Neo is equipped with an integrated alarm system and immobilizer with a unique encoded transponder. Three stages of security systems to minimize the risk of vehicle theft through a hot wire or duplication of keys, provide protection against theft.

System Lock Door is equipped with free rolling key cylinder as a deterrent to theft. If an intruder can not be beaten using the key or trying to enter by force in a cylinder lock with a foreign object, the lock is free deployment to prevent opening. Should the glass break, the combination of the ignition key theft protection and ensure that the car ignition system is protected and can not be moved.

All security features in the Neo also in accordance with strict safety and security Thatcham.

All new Proton Satria Neo cars, like the other models in the range of protons are added automatically to the International Security Register (ISR) to reduce the risk of theft and resale. A call to the Helpline of SRI of 24 hours allows a potential buyer to confirm the credentials of the vehicles. In addition, the Satria Neo also has a visible VIN plate on the dashboard.