Proton has slashed up to £1,700 off the list price of its Satria Neo hatchback.

The C-segment car now starts at £8,495 for a 1.6-litre petrol GSX model with manual transmission.

It features 16” alloy wheels (GSX models only), electric windows, reverse parking sensors and rear spoiler all as standard and topped off with prominent wheel arches, a centre mounted exhaust and race-inspired bucket seats.

Satria Neo also comes with ABS, EBD and twin airbags as standard.

Simon Park, general manager sales and marketing for Proton Cars (UK) Ltd. said: “We are delighted to reduce the price of the Satria Neo and are confident that this price revision will prove popular with motorists.

"Both stylish and sporty thanks to its Lotus ride and handling, the Satria Neo is eye catching on the road and is fantastic to drive."