Made in Bangladesh: Proton X70 SUV rolled out at Tk38.5 lakh

Rancon Cars Ltd. has launched the locally painted and assembled compact crossover sport utility vehicle (SUV) Proton X70, a Malaysian brand, in Bangladesh at Tk38.5 lakh.

Before local production, the model was selling for Tk44-48 lakh. The X70 is available in four colours: Jet Grey, Ruby Red, Cinnamon Brown, and Space Grey. Rang's workshops in Dhaka and Chattogram offer a 5-year or 150,000 km warranty.
"All units of the X70 SUVs are now being proudly made in Bangladesh at the Rancon Industrial Park in Gazipur," Rancon Cars Director Muhammad Mostafizur Rashid Bhuiyan said at the launching event at the Proton Bangladesh Rancon showroom at Tejgaon, Dhaka, on Wednesday.
"Local assembly is a major milestone, making world-class SUVs more accessible to our market," he added.

The 1500cc petrol car offers a distinctive and appealing design. It features Proton's signature "Infinite Weave" grille, which creates a robust frontal identity. This is complemented by intelligent high beam control (IHBC) headlamps, daytime running lamps (DRLs), auto rain-sensing wipers, and a panoramic sunroof for an airy, spacious cabin feel. The SUV also features elegant 19-inch alloy rims and a ground clearance of 200 mm.
It also boasts a touchscreen infotainment system with the voice command "Hi PROTON", online navigation, music streaming, weather updates, smartphone connectivity, multiple USB ports, keyless entry, drive mode selection, a 360-degree camera, and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).

The ADAS are designed to enhance safety and comfort. They are especially suited to Bangladeshi roads, where traffic is often unpredictable and driving conditions can be challenging.
Under the hood, the Proton X70 is powered by a 1.5L TGDi turbocharged gasoline direct injection engine. It has a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) with manual mode, which offers smooth and responsive gear shifts.
Features like adaptive cruise control (ACC) and autonomous emergency braking (AEB) help in congested traffic, automatically adjusting speed and stopping when needed. 
The vehicle's blind spot information system (BLIS) and lane departure warning (LDW) are valuable on narrow, busy streets and highways, reducing collision risks from sudden lane changes or overtaking.

At the launching event, Md Badiuzzaman, executive director of Rancon Auto Industries, said they are proud to lead the local assembly of the Proton X70 in Bangladesh, upholding Proton's global standards. "Each vehicle reflects our commitment to world-class quality and marks a major step forward for the country's automotive industry."
Rancon Cars Director Mostafizur Rashid said, "Given the rising demand for premium SUVs in Bangladesh, Proton is poised to become a market leader."
He added that the Proton X70 incorporates advanced technology and design thanks to its global partnership with Geely, encompassing brands such as Volvo and Lotus.