Proton is set to debut its latest racing car, the Proton S70 R3, at the 2024 Malaysia Autoshow held at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Selangor (MAEPS). Developed by Proton’s motorsport division, R3 Motorsports, the S70 R3 represents the first new racing car from the brand since the Proton Saga R3 in 2019, marking Proton R3’s return to the S1K race after a five-year hiatus.
Proton R3 has an impressive track record with five S1K victories, including a remarkable streak of three consecutive wins from 2017 to 2019. The new S70 R3 continues Proton’s rich racing heritage, which began in the pre-R3 era with the original Proton Saga in rallies and circuit competitions. Currently in development, the S70 R3 features the latest aerodynamic advancements and will be showcased at the Malaysia Autoshow.
Proton plans to field two units of the S70 R3 in this year’s Sepang 1,000km endurance race. Roslan Abdullah, Proton’s Deputy Chief Executive Officer, emphasized the significance of this new model: “Proton has a long history in motorsports, starting with the original Proton Saga. Our involvement intensified with the creation of Proton R3 in 2003. Since then, we’ve competed and won in various competitions globally with models such as the Satria, Waja, Suprima S, Iriz, and the latest Saga. The Proton S70 R3 adds another milestone to our legacy, marking our return to the S1K event and the first racing car based on a model jointly developed by Proton and Geely.”
The Malaysia Autoshow 2024 offers attendees exclusive promotions and rewards from Proton. Visitors who book a Proton model at the event will receive gifts such as sunshades, toll readers, and wireless chargers for select models. Additionally, bookings made at the Autoshow and registered by June 30, 2024, will include two years of free service maintenance for the X50, X70, and X90 models, along with a RM500 cash voucher for the Proton S70, Saga, and Persona. Attendees can also participate in a Test Drive Lucky Spin to win exclusive Proton merchandise after test driving a Proton vehicle. 
