Proton GEN•2

The Proton GEN•2 (often simplified as Gen-2 or GEN2) is a compact 5-door liftback manufactured by Malaysian automobile manufacturer Proton which launched in 2004. It was initially codenamed Wira Replacement Model (WRM). The GEN•2 uses a platform which was extensively developed in house by Proton and technical partner Lotus. This platform was later adapted for the Proton Satria Neo and Proton Persona.

Proton GEN•2
Overview
ManufacturerProton
Also called
ProductionFebruary 2004 – 2012
AssemblyMalaysia: Proton City, Perak (Proton Tanjung Malim Sdn Bhd)
(20042012, domestic & export
20132015,
2018-present; export only)
China: Jinhua, Zhejiang
(Youngman, CKD)
Iran: Borujerd, Lorestan
(Zagross Khodro, CKD)
Body and chassis
ClassCompact car (C)
Body style5-door Liftback
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel drive
RelatedProton Persona
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission4-speed automatic
5-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,600 mm (102.4 in)
Length4,310 mm (169.7 in)
Width1,725 mm (67.9 in)
Height1,435 mm (56.5 in)
Kerb weight1,195–1,245 kg (2,635–2,745 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorProton Wira Aeroback
SuccessorProton Suprima S

The GEN•2 was among the first models to be produced at Proton's Tanjung Malim plant, developed as part of the Proton City project. Although domestic sales of the GEN•2 was discontinued in 2012, Proton continues to produce the GEN•2 exclusively for export markets.

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