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Over the weekend, Proton officially announced the limited-run X70 Sport Edition that is capped at 600 units, and the new variant is set for debut later this week on April 16.
Based on the higher variant specification of the X70 that is the Premium, the X70 Sport Edition is offered exclusively in Quartz Black, and distinguished externally by the bodykit that consists of a front splitter, side skirts and rear spats, each with contrasting red highlights. Rolling stock continues to be of a 19-inch diameter as on the Premium variant, albeit in gloss black for the Sport Edition.
The X70 Sport Edition is the latest from the carmaker to adopt the Quartz Black exterior paint finish, following the X50 Sport Edition, the facelifted X50 Black Edition, and the colour was more recently introduced as a standard colour choice within the X50 range as well as for the S70 MC1.
Interior differences specific to the X70 Sport Edition include the Sport Edition logos which are embroidered on the front seats, which get red contrast stitching that is also applied to the steering wheel and front armrest. Joining the revised styling elements in the X70 Sport Edition is the addition of a boot tray, and collectively, the enhancements to the X70 are valued at approximately RM7,000, according to Proton.
Mechanical content for the X70 Sport Edition is as with the Premium variant it is based on, which means a BHE15-EFZ 1.5 litre turbocharged and direct-injected four-cylinder engine under the bonnet, producing 181 PS at 5,500 rpm and 290 Nm from 2,000 rpm to 3,500 rpm. Drive goes to a seven-speed, wet dual-clutch automatic transmission.
As for pricing, this can be expected at the official launch of the X70 Sport Edition later this week. For reference, the X70 MC3 Premium was priced at RM112,800 when it was launched, inclusive of a RM7,000 launch rebate. Being based on the Premium variant, a slightly higher price can be expected. What do you think it will be for the Sport Edition?
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