Proton Tiara
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| Manufacturer: | Proton |
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| Production: | 1996–2000 |
| Successor: | Proton Savvy |
| Class: | Supermini |
| Body style: | 5-door hatchback |
| Platform: | FF |
| Engine: | 1.1 L Citroën I4 |
The Proton Tiara was a vehicle based on the Citroën AX, built under licence by the automobile manufacturer Proton from 1996 to 2000. It was borne from a relationship between Proton's then CEO, Tan Sri Yahaya Ahmad, and PSA Peugeot Citroën.
Tan Sri had expressed that he wished Proton to be independent of Mitsubishi platforms, and wished to cooperate with PSA Peugeot Citroën on gaining access to its diesel engines.
The Tiara was known as the cheapest Malaysian car in its market. Its appearance mimicked that of more powerful AXs, such as the AX GT, but the grille was restyled to match the existing Saga and Wira models. Other cosmetic differences included different bumpers and taillight clusters. It was only available with a 1.1L 45kW engine.
Tan Sri was killed in a helicopter crash in 1997 and Proton continued with various Mitsubishi-based models.
In 2005, Proton Savvy was produced to replace Proton Tiara.
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