Proton Savvy
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| Manufacturer | Proton |
| Production | 2005–present |
| Predecessor | Proton Tiara |
| Class | Supermini (EU) Subcompact (US) |
| Body style | 5-door hatchback |
| Engine | 1.2 L Renault D4F I4 |
| Length | 3710 mm |
| Width | 1643 mm |
| Height | 1480 mm |
| Curb weight | 953 kg |
| Similar | Perodua MyVi Hyundai Getz Chevrolet Aveo Kia Picanto Suzuki Swift Honda Jazz Naza Sutera |
The Proton Savvy is a supermini with radical clamshell bonnet design produced by Malaysian car manufacturer Proton.
In Malaysia, the Manual Transmission (MT) model was launched in June 2005 and the Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) model was launched in November 2005. In the United Kingdom the car was launched in September 2005.
It uses a 1.2 L SOHC 16-valve engine sourced from Renault, similar to the one used in the Renault Twingo and Clio.
The facelifted 2007 Proton Savvy was launched on 19 January 2007.
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[edit] Specification
1.2 Model
- Max. output (DIN): 55 kW (74 hp)/5500 rpm
- Max. torque (DIN): 105Nm/4250 rpm
- Tyres: 175/50 R15
- Fuel Consumption: 31km/l
[edit] Savvy Zerokit model
In 2006, Proton introduced the Savvy Zerokit model that includes an all-round R3-designed bodykit and rear spoiler made from Fibre Reinforced Plastic (FRP) and 15" JRD 155 wheels. Additional options include 'dark titanium' headlights, performance suspension and a performance rear exhaust muffler that increases the power output of up by 4 hp to 78 hp.
[edit] Trivia
- The Savvy was one of two models (the other being the Proton Gen-2) that MG Rover was looking to rebadge when it entered talks with Proton's parent company in the 2005. Even though the Savvy was still at the design and testing stage, both Auto Express and Autocar published spy shots of the car with accompanying Rover versions that were digitally recreated.
- The reverse gear for the manual transmission model is placed at the top left which is the position of normal 1st gear position for conventional manual transmission cars.
- Proton Gen-2, Savvy, Satria Neo, Waja, and Waja Chancellor's signal switch is placed at the left-hand side, unlike previous models like Saga, Wira and Perdana where the signal switch is placed at the right-hand side.
- Malaysian Idol 2 winner Daniel Lee is the ambassador for the AMT model.
- Proton Savvy is now rated as the most fuel-efficient car in Malaysia as verified by Malaysian Book of Records during an on-road test by Proton with the average fuel consumption of about 24 km/L (or about RM0.08/km of fuel), though Proton originally claimed that the average fuel economy was about 18 km/L.
- Proton Savvy has won an award from the Cars, Bikes & Trucks of the New Straits Times/AmBank Group 2006 Car of the Year Awards in the Supermini category.
[edit] The Savvy Owners Club (SAVOC)
The club was officially launched on Sep 9, 2005. It is accessible at www.savoc.net, as well as a mobile version of the site at mobile.savoc.net.
[edit] External links
- Official Proton Savvy website
- Proton Savvy Owners Club website (SAVOC)
- Proton Savvy R3 Bodykit Photos
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