2022 Proton Iriz facelift - new Active variant, fresh interior, still CVT

The Proton Iriz is now seven years old. It's an old car by many standards, and has gone through three big refreshes to keep it up to the competition. Just how much has changed this time around? Well, find out, right here!
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#ProtonIriz #Hatchback

[@hazizilamsin]

Proton Saga R3 Limited Edition saya baru saja keluar showroom hari ni 06.08.2021.. Alhamdulillah..

[@farisakmal169]

Alhamdulillah 👍

[@Marco-iy7lt]

One thing I have to give to Proton is their designs keep improving all the time. They're very sporty and stylish. If they can get the build quality right, these will become serious global players.

[@mohamadkhairunishak7396]

For me the rear back of Iriz has its own identity. Thus, its unique just for Proton. I like it.

[@ryantay2481]

My fav color Citric Orange!

[@RizAmaryllis]

It looks like a baby X50 so I think it looks quite great.

[@faizfrez2729]

The red overfenders concept looked amazingly good 🤤🤤🤤🤤 proton please hire that guy

[@sharviin6290]

I dont understand why P1 dont brag about their improved CVT. Now it has new TCU, Sport mode, Dedicated Eco mode, coasting function, and NIC neutral idle control. And Automatic SAT. Should be fun to drive tho.

[@hafrizshah4937]

Yup, looking forward to try it out!

[@turbo2687]

Thanks Hafriz for mentioning that the CVT has been refined. Yes it has indeed been through a reworking to make it much better than before

[@hafrizshah4937]

Drive it to believe it! 👍

[@springlee9652]

They said now act like 5 gear.

[@aqilnaufal93]

@@springlee9652 but Nazz said it is 7 speed ratio CVT for current Iriz

[@c.t6149]

I really hate when there is so many black plastic attached on the exterior. Its look cheaper in quality

[@chongbq4511]

People has no requirement for Proton budget car. The most important kasih design cantik cantik, tak boleh lari pun nampak sporty, then with low peice tag, sure selling hot cake!

[@amir08wan]

Had no issue with Punch CVT during highway costing but got issue when in crawling traffic. If Proton already solved that now it's good then. But still sceptical as it is a character from clutch base CVT.

[@firdauzkang]

Love to see you back Hafriz. Do stay safe too.

[@hafrizshah4937]

Thank you! You too

[@shoudnijot2707]

What I very like about proton is handling 👍🏼🌟⭐About 11 years I use persona 1st model with no complaints.But now I use perodua alze due to bigger families member.I proposed to buy proton exora before but budget not in there so I buy Alza.Alza handling is just nice and I need to accept it due to families member that I have and in my budget.

[@mrxxavier9081]

Myvi good on sales numbers but lousy overall driving experience bar that fuel efficiency..

[@lokekaryew8408]

Hafiz, another detailed review despite not having the materials. Iriz Active looks good

[@mohdfirdaus8926]

This Iriz Active styling look similar to Hyundai Kona especially when you look at the front wheel plastic trim which is quit huge similar to the Kona styling. The 2014 Iriz Active concept still the best design IMHO.

[@walkingthedistance]

I have the 2020 pre-facelift 1.6 Executive. The CVT is fine. Nothing wrong with it. We have DSG, DCT, ZF and conventional 6-speeder cars at home and the Punch CVT is absolutely fine for daily driving. Yes I have driven the pre-pre-facelift model from 2017 and it's noticeably different to the 2019 facelifted model.

[@hafrizshah4937]

Exactly! The improvements through the years have been significant.

[@Rndmaniacs]

The 1st car had a 1.6 and a manual so that's the one to have.

[@hafrizshah4937]

Yup, but they took years to finish out a limited run of just 500 units. No demand for it

[@chialingchew1857]

Always love our local cars upgrading themselves. As an ex owner of Proton Preve, I'm very interested to know what will be the next C Segment sedan for Proton.

[@powerfultoa7]

I like the refreshed front on the regular Iriz. Still don't like the rear, some jarring elements

[@raymondyeow2478]

Have always appreciated Hafriz's snarky, well-timed comments 🤣

[@hafrizshah4937]

Hahah where got snarky 😉

[@raymondyeow2478]

@@hafrizshah4937 that's what make your videos informative AND entertaining! 👍👍

[@lambogini7586]

If proton using Vios 1.5 dual vvti engine..this Iriz will be a new king after myvi.

[@zaini0606]

Now thats a shock, Hafriz is not wearing a g-shock in this video

[@hafrizshah4937]

Hahah! Need my Apple Watch to control my phone camera remotely la 😂

[@ironguy6482]

"ride height is exactly the same" 🅱️oi what

[@kitabuatdia8571]

what i heard ride height and ground clearance for active version is much higher than iriz 2019. this is due to new rim size 16" but the still using similar aspect ratio tire dimension from 15" (185/55 R15 vs 185/55R16) . also i believe Proton will make a tweak on suspension to adapt this changes.

[@amirhrs2632]

To be fair to Proton, unlikely it was possible to put AEB or active safety features now because it was afterall a 7 year old platform and was probably design not with that in mind in the first place then.

[@dickcarlsonsitt139]

The current Myvi uses the old platform but it still could accommodate AEB. I'm sure Proton could modify the existing Iriz platform to do the same thing if they were to design a new car based on the existing architecture.

[@konsen6149]

Polite ,unbiased and very informative review.👏👍 By the way, Volvo polestar XC60 offer orange colour in seat belt and front brake calipers. Was wondering who copy who? Mercedes AMG or Civic Ty R?

[@hafrizshah4937]

Thanks buddy! I just mentioned AMG and Type R as those are two most well known examples. There are plenty others out there too

[@irfanfawwaz7425]

Buruk sangat rocket bunny concept. Executive lawa 👍🏼

[@adriansgt9465]

If only Proton extends its rear by a few more inches to make the boot a bit larger for more practical use, it can match Myvi in sales.

[@areyoukidding6274]

actually iriz is lengthier then myvi...

[@NikMohdRizwan]

They need to change mindset of manual for the poor and only pair it with the weaker engine. People want a high performance manual nowadays.

[@hafrizshah4937]

They did do a top-spec Iriz 1.6 Premium manual before. But they took literally years to finish up the limited run of just 500 units. There's simply no demand for it.

[@NikMohdRizwan]

@@hafrizshah4937 I'm thinking something more in the line of the yaris gr haha. Like a proper hot hatch.

[@albagmane5565]

Theo's rendered Iriz Active looks so much better with some Rocket Bunny feel in it

[@joelvijay3809]

exactly! I wish the designers would take some cues from these designs.

[@yusnizalyusof2677]

Proton must tune to perfect quite cabin sound for comfort driving.

[@rbt4196]

This Iriz is my favorite, but pls I hate those side black cladding and the roof lining

[@springlee9652]

new iriz active , seems like they update the gearbox software. (To act like 5 gear) lower rpm at high speed

[@springlee9652]

Which old gen (2019) act like one gear(cvt) only

[@F48l4N99]

Buy the active variant, lower it on coilovers and boom, you’ve got yourself a wide body iriz 👌🏾

[@oonminloong9929]

I like your idea👍

[@Nash17288]

People stop buying manual because most manufacturer only offered it in the lowest spec/trim with lack of safety and convenience features. So i guess some of us are forcing to buy the auto/cvt transmission cars. Can see in UK or our neighbour Indonesia, manual still have demands because also offered in top spec model. I'm a 3 pedal fans, but sadly no more option for new car in MT nowadays in Malaysia 😒😥

[@hafrizshah4937]

They did do a top-spec Iriz 1.6 Premium manual before. But they took literally years to finish up the limited run of just 500 units. There's simply no demand for it.

[@Nash17288]

@@hafrizshah4937 tq hafriz for the info. Life must go on 🤣👍🏼

[@badman5356]

If you want to buy just wait for new Myvi facelift and test drive both car

[@farisakmal169]

I do prefer 10:40 version tbh😅

[@dylanchng4390]

for the Persona facelift, the tail lights are the same as before?

[@azriqhaikalazahari7148]

from others reviewer. It stated the shape still the same however with some added smokey look.

[@areyoukidding6274]

Iriz Fuel consumption brpa bos?? Sound system ok tak?

[@prahladgupta9959]

iriz 2022....at least for executive version should have steering with audio control button, ASA, and blind spot monitoring system as extra features. that would be a better purchase than the upcoming myvi facelift....what a loss for 2 years of market and design research

[@ケンイシュカ]

Yesss exactly..weird how they decide things and who approve all this😂😂😂 even the head audio unit have lower feature than the active

[@Kaiz_KJ]

Just a question can the screen player still USB drive?

[@alifhashim3752]

I think Malaysians stopped buying manual transmissions in the 1980s or 90s. Nobody sells manuals for core models anymore!

[@Headhunterzify]

I think Proton is trying to copy Perodua by changing Iriz’s face every once in a while much like the round Myvi to a sharp and aggressive before moving to the third generation design. But, the Iriz are still in her first generation. Here’s to see what will Proton do with the Iriz in a few years time.

[@ravienkumar7221]

Iriz Active was a concept car back fews years ago.. So they didn’t copy perodua but released their concept aka prototype car🥱🥱

[@rainsyahdante6702]

More like axia copy iriz cus iriz active concept has been introduced wayyyyy longer than axia

[@kishenjitsanthiran202]

Hmmm. Does the bolts on the plastic body cladding means it can be removed? 🤔

[@DailyFactsMY]

Waiting Persona 2022 review !

[@weiminooi8799]

the concept version is nice....

[@winniechua7309]

Can u tell me what is the difference about Ruby and passion red

[@hafrizshah4937]

Ruby red is a darker, metallic shade. Passion red much brighter, lighter, solid colour. Btw Passion red is only available on the Iriz Active.

[@Ma-rv8gs]

Oh Thanks I get it now

[@hfzhkimi]

I prefer executive exterior than active but I like all the features of Iriz active, for me Iriz active so aggressive.

[@ケンイシュカ]

Same

[@coklatkandos5272]

Agree. So which one should we choose here? 🥴

[@ramzulhallmi2898]

Mampuih p dkt hg

[@rayn6029]

Do they have blue or grey colour for the active variant?

[@azraituah4594]

Crystal clear, thank you Hafiz 👍

[@hafrizshah4937]

Thank you!

[@chloechoo7857]

iRiz vs. Myvi. Which one should I get ?

[@nabilummi]

Iriz

[@mohdnoor4799]

Ground clearance?

[@dickcarlsonsitt139]

The Iriz interior hasn't really aged much. If you put the updated cabin next to the Myvi's, you wouldn't know that this car is the older of the two.

[@hafrizshah4937]

I agree. This new update is a revelation

[@YM-ex8hh]

Does this mean Iriz is soon to have a replacement model?

[@nurinaida1945]

not available in manual eh sir?

[@mfaez7372]

Mazda 2 or iriz active ?

[@lambogini7586]

Why no yellow color?

[@oonminloong9929]

I dont mind to pay more if its 150hp, 200nm+😍

[@winniechua7309]

I think the screen is smaller than previous gen

[@hafrizshah4937]

It's bigger, 8-inch now vs 7 in the 2019 model.

[@虎ちゃん-v8t]

Proton should have put the exora 1.6turbo and mated it with the 5 speed manual from the 1.3 and give us the iriz GTi instead of the "active"... What were they thinking...

[@cheahmad]

why buy old car?

[@ケンイシュカ]

I think the exterior design is too much. If it's 2015-2018 it's probably acceptable but I personally think people much prefer a more simple look now. Or it just me lol..but I actually waited for this release since last year and really2 disappointed. Now reconsidering the executive variant but the lack of features like control stering button and even the old audio head unit? I'm waiting for myvi face-lift by the end of the year to make comparison..but seriously really disappointed with the exterior design and all the red interior..Don't they ask other people opinion when decide with the design? And if they decide to make a different look for the active at least consider to add extra features for the executive..I don't mind paying extra rather than having to add the accessories and void the warranty

[@humanbeing645]

i wanna ask, iriz 1.3 standard 2022 meter is it same or look new?

[@hafrizshah4937]

Same as before

[@humanbeing645]

@@hafrizshah4937 so what difference between Iriz 1.3 standard 2022 and iriz 1.3 standard before??

[@puteramuhammad7148]

Iriz jura dunia 2018 rallay...dalam games ps4 ps 5 no 1..setaraf kereta dunia...banga lah sapa pakai...

[@jijisuka2708]

As a persona vvt owner, i would like to have conventional auto on persona and iriz.. then it would be better car to drive

[@khairulrijal6648]

2019 model owner here. agree

[@tiadanama1998]

7 years of waiting

[@incisor78]

Any phone.......oops I mean car older than 3 years is outdated by Hafriz's standards 🤣🤣🤣

[@alwaysperfect1]

interior nice, exterior especially the back still.. ermmm no..

[@karllmustapha5820]

Nice....

[@Ma-rv8gs]

I hate the colour is the seat why black why can't beige it look better than black 😣

[@ramzulhallmi2898]

Hg ni gila Ka?

[@samsung50s48]

Ouhh..with long hair u still look handsome..not to worry bro..😆😅

[@hafrizshah4937]

Hahahaha

[@nickpeng5966]

Nothing special with a old technology,only upgrade for the accessories and some color changes,consumer more concerns for the engine and gearbox,not the extra accessories attached on it.

[@foxhound4218]

Same engine with Preve?

[@Ma-rv8gs]

No

[@kokkeongfoo5472]

Punch CVT is the let down ... noisy and jerky ..

[@Mystic_Edge]

Don't tell me geely design this 😂

[@hinrei1986]

The incoming Myvi FL will butcher this model.

[@Ma-rv8gs]

Oh How do I know should for new myvi vs irix

[@robiahmohdkassim4298]

Kerana logo baru proton, saya tidak suka dan beli kereta baru jenama lain. Sebelum ini semua kereta saya adalah daripada proton, kebanggaan negara. Sekarang proton bukan lagi kebanggaan negara, sekarang cuma syarikat kereta biasa yang ditadbir orang yang cuma fikirkan jualan. Tetapi dari sudut positif, saya telah beli kereta jenama baru yang baru saya sedar, banyak lagi jenama yang bagus dan menghargai pelanggan. Kali ini saya akan terus memilih jenama baru ini dan proton telah kehilangan pelanggan setia, sama seperti rakan-rakan saya yang lain, yang telah lama meninggalkan proton yang sering memeningkan kepala.

[@mohdzaki1113]

Fully agree……. From own experience with Saga, Iswara, Satria and Waja. Could easily write a book on how Proton fail

[@solah2897]

@@mohdzaki1113 why do you still live with a decade old facts? Proton has massively improved since a decade ago. Please keep yourself up to date.

[@hazmansaji2031]

Time flies... xkan nk sama mcm dlu. Berani berubah.

[@epiefa8324]

sy mau oder 90000000000000000 unit sahaja

[@BepoThePirateKing]

Wtf is this? Proton looking like a Haval?

[@derrickg91]

Iriz Active look overdesigned.

[@DanielKuay]

Personally, it's a huge disappointment because I was waiting for the facelifted Iriz premium, but they've decided to replace it with "Active" and we all thought they would change the gearbox. I wonder what led them into rolling out with this kind of fake SUV design. Did the Axia fake SUV design sales data is so good that they want a piece of it? Or was the Iriz premium sales so bad that they want to boost it with something totally different? Since that Iriz has its supporters mainly because of the R3, why not based on that instead of an almost similar design to Axia? Plus, it's not like Proton doesn't have any SUV in its lineup. As a marketer, I can't agree with the "more colourful" will attract the younger crowds' kind of mindset. It's like typically assuming blue is for boys and pink is for girls. And dude, you're not a Merc AMG. With the resources they now have, I'd expect more originality and a better sense of taste (they should just hire Theophilus Chin as their consultant lol). If only the classy design in Persona can be applied to Iriz, I'd have placed my booking. And is it just me that the Persona rims are ugly? It's just like the same design as the previous-gen of Iriz. Shame on your standards Proton design team.

[@ケンイシュカ]

Yes if they just come out with the executive design, chocolate leatherette (same as persona premium), black lined interior instead of red. Same interior features as the active -stering control button, updated audio head unit. I'll book already. But now I'm waiting for the myvi face-lift tho

[@areyoukidding6274]

@@ケンイシュカ which one u took ?

[@tujuhkebatinanpendekar.8812]

Macam tongkang

[@asadulmakki1]

[@dneshdanny]

Useless same model…🤦🏻‍♂️

[@davidwang1502]

first!

[@lplp7656]

Don’t need spend ur 20mins . Too much sugar coating words..... 😉 for a failed 7 year old car . Just be direct and say it’s ugly , not out of place 😂

[@Zim___]

Hafriz owns the previous facelift Iriz that he replaced with his Peugeot 208 GTi. Which to be honest, uglier than this. This is a step up and got a lot praises than before. If what your saying is true, he wouldn't have thought of bought one.

[@sgdemobushunter7394]

Early

[@ceo_kebon]

fclift iriz n persona 2021 nmpak biasa saja.