hello Mr kadajawi

I tend to agree with Mr alien... even if the new Perdana replacement is built on the Accord platform, there is news that the Perdana replacement model may use the Petronas engine.

With variations in design and a completely different engine, it may not affect the Accords resale value.

But saying that, I too have my doubts. The Perdana replacement story was bandied about a few times, first it was supposed to be based on the Passat through a JV with VW. then came news of partnership with Nissan.. all did not materialise so how far this new venture would go...we dont know yet.

For all I know the Suprima could be a name for another model offering from Proton...may not necessarily be the Perdana replacement. Besides, how proven is Petronas engine technology? does anyone know?

This post has been edited by sudha: Apr 24 2013, 09:36 PM

Hahaha....I think our bro Theo reflected upon the Inspira design before rendering this.

Makes sense, Proton did make some very very minimal changes on the Inspira exterior. Technically, on the outside that car is 95% Mitsubishi Lancer. So we might be looking at a similar approach with the Accord based Perdana replacement.

Say, has anyone seen this piece on additional names registered by Proton for trademark purposes? paultan.org dug out some names like Idaman, Exia and two more. Check it out here - Trademarked names from Proton. Article does say some name were registered but never used.

I am wondering besides the Perdana and the Preve hatchback, Proton did have plans for other models including a SUV..wonder it reflects that.