{
  "id": 6116380,
  "title": "2026 Proton S70 Gets New Lite And Prime Variants; Est Price Below RM60,000",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/07/2026-proton-s70-gets-new-lite-and-prime-variants-est-price-below-rm60",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-07T07:03:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Lowyat.NET",
    "slug": "lowyat-net",
    "url": "https://www.lowyat.net/2026/403562/2026-proton-s70-lite-prime/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Proton has introduced two new variants, the Lite and Prime, to its 2026 S70 sedan lineup. Both variants are powered by the same 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine, paired with a continuously variable transmission, a departure from the turbocharged powertrain in the existing range. These new variants aim to make the S70 more affordable and accessible while maintaining its ride and handling. The Lite and Prime are now available for booking at Proton's authorized dealers nationwide, with final pricing to be revealed at the official launch. Despite their lower positioning, the new variants will retain several features from the existing S70 MC1 range, including three selectable drive modes, wireless connectivity, an electric parking brake, remote engine start, a rear camera, and advanced safety systems. The Lite and Prime booking deadline is set for 31 December 2026, with early-bird rewards to be announced at the launch event.",
  "summary": "Proton has expanded its 2026 S70 sedan lineup with the introduction of two new variants, the Lite and Prime. Both are powered by a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated (NA) engine paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT), marking a significant change from the turbocharged powertrain used by the existing S70 variants. Bookings for both variants are […] The post 2026 Proton S70 Gets New Lite…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}