Proton has launched the new X70, a full sized SUV in the Bangladesh market thanks to Rancon Cars Limited as the official distributor for Proton cars in Bangladesh through which it is being introduced. Capturing the Bangladesh’s SUV market has always been a challenge for newcomers due to a number of reasons but with the Proton, the quality and performance is guaranteed through its partnership with Geely which has opened up endless possibilities for Proton to capture from and work with trusted names like Volvo and Lotus. This eliminates the doubts about quality assurance many may have when they hear X70 when Proton being a fairly new name in the industry.
Trusty 1.5L Turbocharged engine is in place for powering the vehicle which outputs 130 kW @ 5500 rpm and max torque 255 Nm. Power is delivered quick from engine to wheel thanks to 7 speed DCT transmission. Car features 60 liters of fuel capacity.
One thing which is very prominent once one gets into the car is the large cabin space. 4519 mm in length from front to back and this explains the immense space inside the car. For the ease of navigating through the narrow roads of Dhaka this car features all the modern standard driving aids and a bit more even. 6 SRS Airbag (Front, Side & Curtain), Autonomous Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Warning, Blind Spot Information System,Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning, 360 Camera with 3D Display to name a few.
X70 comes with 19inch alloy wheels with 200 mm ground clearance which makes the city and off road driving a breeze. On top that it features 5.5 m turning radius making the navigation through narrow city roads easier than most other competitors.
Rancon, official distributor of Proton offers 6 free services within 5 years warranty or 150,000 km whichever comes first as after sales service and provide the best possible solution with authentic replacement parts and the services will be provided through flagship RANGS automotive workshop.
Proton having access to the technological advancement as well as the automotive expertise of Geely solidifying the footing of Proton as a competitive and aggressive automotive manufacturer in the pool of world class car makers. With X70, proton did no exception but to apply the theories which are already proven.
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