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Our Proton Satria Neo S2000 is a car that is the result of a combination of innovative engineering designs, as approved by FIA under the S2000 regulations. Its wealth of technical advances and design has resulted in a combination of performance and reliability.
The small yet agile beast was designed by Mellors Elliott Motorsports (MEM), by the team's owner and extremely successful driver, Chris Mellors alongside PROTON's experience technical team.
Packaged with stunning aesthetics on its bumpers, wings and spoiler, the Proton S2000 achieves the smallest frontal area and lowest roof height in its class. The driver and Co-driver seats are fixed at rearmost possible mounting points to maximise the car's weight distribution. However, the pedal box and steering column are adjustable to suit different pilots.
The 1.8 litre engine was further developed by MEM's engineers to produce a reliable 278bhp @ 7600rpm with a usable power band from 5,500 to 8,500 rpm. The results, a finely tuned 2 litre engine that is paired with the best 6-speed sequential 4WD Super 2000 transmission available.
Its innovative fuel system comprises a quick-change fuel control cassette, attached to the MEM-designed FIA FT3 safety fuel cell to aid rapid maintenance.
The latest technology is used in the electrical systems with a state-of-the-art Multiplexed wiring system, capable of managing the entire car's electronics from a central unit. This achieves not only weight-saving solution, but it simplifies the operation by automatically resetting circuit breakers.
The S2000 does not only reflect well-proven technical advances and novel design, but also has simplicity where appropriate that ensures the best possible combination of performance and reliability.
Specifications
Chassis
The existing Satria Neo body shell is extensively modified to accept its components including the 4-Wheel Drive system. It is then strengthened considerably to comply with FIA regulations by fitting a safety roll cage using 35 metres of Chromoly Steel Tube.
Engine
Based on the Proton Waja 1.8 engine, the engine is enhanced with racing internals and increase of capacity to 1998cc. It is positioned transversely, producing a power output of 278bhp at 7600 rpm.
Transmission
Four-Wheel Drive system specifically developed by Xtrac for S2000, using a 6-speed sequential gearbox with 3-plated limited slip differentials and handbrake release system.
Brakes
Alcon 4 pistons callipers front and rear. Its front discs are 250mm for tarmac version and 300mm for gravel version. The rear discs for are identical for both specifications.
Electrical System
The S2000 features a GEMS Integral engine ECU and power management system with data logging and glass dash display.
Suspension
MacPherson strut and wishbone design using Dynamics dampers. Anti Roll bars front and rear.
Wheels
8 X 8 inch alloy wheels for tarmac and 6 X 15 inch alloy wheels for gravel (version).
Weight
1150kg for tarmac version and 1200kg for gravel version.