Proton X50 Facelift Unveiled with New Geely Engine and Upgraded Features

2025/07/01
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Malaysia
On June 30, 2025, Proton unveiled the facelifted Proton X50 at a music festival in central Kuala Lumpur. The facelifted X50 is equipped with Geely's BHE15 series 1.5L four-cylinder turbocharged engine, replacing the previous three-cylinder turbocharged engine. The new engine offers 181PS horsepower and 290Nm of torque, improved fuel efficiency by 4.7%, and reduces the 0-100km/h acceleration time from 7.9 seconds to 7.6 seconds. The exterior of the X50 has been completely redesigned, featuring new LED headlights, grille, front bumper, wheels, and taillights, along with additional exhaust-like vents and a larger, more sporty rear spoiler. The interior has been significantly upgraded, with a 14.6-inch infotainment screen that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the traditional gear shifter has been replaced with a paddle shift behind the steering wheel. The cabin also features 72-color ambient lighting, optimized door panels with larger leather wraps, and a wireless charging pad. The air conditioning controls have been integrated into the touchscreen. Safety features have been enhanced with advanced Level 2 semi-autonomous driving assistance, improved automatic parking, and a 360-degree panoramic camera system, earning the ASEAN NCAP five-star safety rating. The facelifted X50 will be available in three trim levels—Executive, Premium, and Flagship—and five body colors, including a new green option.
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