Well, I’ve never heard of Murad before but my research shows they have only existed since 1989 which indicates they have copied Maesima as it has existed since 1932.
Needless to say, I doubt many people are cross shopping skincare products with cars
That’s what Enry hoped after he realised that “Seishido” sounds awfully similar to “Shisedo”
@DeusExMackia Carrier is an air-conditioning contractor, I have one of their units in my room LOL.
@Rk38 That car reminds me of the 240Z that featured in the live action version of Wangan Midnight, especially with the underpass background you’ve used. And the crazy tuning potential and sheer danger associated with the car.
Perhaps all automation brands secretly have skincare backgrounds
I’m glad someone noticed that was kind of the idea I was going with making that image. I may have been listening to the soundtrack from Wangan Midnight while making that tuner version trying to capture the dangerous power possible in tuning older classics like this.
Okay so all the errors are fixed thanks to @phale. I’ve revised the prices and stats of the Xz trim sedan and now I can go forth with the hatch and coupe versions
The Prova faces off against highly competitive compact car market and comes up in a class of its own. Don’t be fooled by the cold and clinical numbers of our competitors. They might claim to shine as bright as the moon or flowing as a rhythmically as the cells beat depth DNA. But quite simply no other compact car captures the heart and soul of driving excellence. At Maesima our cars are made for driving and they will give you satisfaction every day. The Prova hatch stands out from the pack with its signature styling and it offers a trim level for all to enjoy. This Prova hatch is the best we’ve ever built and continues the legacy of this iconic and best-selling nameplate. It is produced across the globe in a number of facilities in Vietnam, Thailand, China, Mexico and of course Anikatia at our facilities in Namju. Each and ever one of our facilities achieve only the highest in quality craftsmanship before they are exported to all markets.
The sharp and chic style design of the Prova hatch embodies our new Vitality Motion design language. It features our signature Vitalic Flow Grill, blended to an aerodynamic and streamlined sculpted body. The Prova hatch comes in four exciting trim levels, three powertrain options are offered with an entry-level 1.5L in-line 4 cylinder 16 valve DOHC petrol MC-BN15 engine producing 100 Kw (134 hp) and 150 Nm (110 ft lbs), a mid-range 2.0L in-line 4 cylinder 16 valve DOHC petrol MC-AP19 engine producing 131 Kw (176 hp) and 198 Nm (146 ft lbs). and a higher performance top-spec 2.0L in-line 4 cylinder 16 valve DOHC petrol MC-AP19P engine producing 141 Kw (189 hp) and 203 Nm (150 ft lbs).
All models offering you outstanding value for money with our 5 Years Unlimited Kilometre warranty*, backed by 5 Years Roadside Assistance* (subject to eligibility) and 5 Years Capped Price Servicing*. This is our commitment to you and gives you peace-of-mind with your vehicle purchase. This commitment demonstrates our steadfast belief in the quality of our products something few other brands can match. This is our Maesima Advantage.
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> The entry level Xz trim Prova hatch shown in standard Frosted Pearl Mica. Standard equipment includes 16" Steel Rims with full covers and optional 16" Alloys available*, 6-speed Manual Transmission with optional 6-speed Automatic available*, Antilock Braking System (ABS), Traction Control, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Air Conditioning (A/C), four-speaker _MAESIMA iV-DIRECT_ infotainment system with 7-inch full-colour display, Bluetooth and Music Connectivity, Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ support, Cruise Control, Five SRS Airbags, Power Windows, Keyless Entry and Push Button Start, Cloth-trimmed Sports Seats, Parking Sensors and Rear-view Camera, plus an economical yet zippy 1.5L naturally aspirated engine. An optional safety package is available with 6 airbags, Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Active Lane-keeping Assist (ALA), _MAESIMA_ Smart Radar-Adaptive Cruise Control (SRCC), and Emergency Active-braking Assist (EAA) and 16" Alloy Wheels*.
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> The mid-level Tz trim Prova hatch shown in the optional Phthalo Green Metallic*. Standard equipment includes 16" Alloy Wheels, Chrome Grill, Chrome Exhaust, Fog lamps, standard equipment including 6-speed Manual Transmission with optional 6-speed Automatic available*, Antilock Braking System (ABS), Traction Control, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Air Conditioning (A/C), six-speaker _MAESIMA iV-DIRECT_ infotainment system with 7-inch full-colour display, Bluetooth and Music Connectivity, Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ support, Satellite Navigation, Cruise Control, Six SRS Airbags, Power Windows, Keyless Entry and Push Button Start, Premium leather-trimmed Sports Seats, Parking Sensors and Rear-view Camera, plus sporty performance 2.0L engine. An optional safety package is available with 6 airbags, Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Active Lane-keeping Assist (ALA), _MAESIMA_ Smart Radar-Adaptive Cruise Control (SRCC), and Emergency Active-braking Assist (EAA) and 16" Alloy Wheels*.
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> The mid-level ST trim Prova hatch shown in the optional Burnt Umber Metallic*. Standard equipment includes 19" Alloy Wheels, Chrome Grill, Dual Exhausts, Fog lamps, standard equipment including 6-speed Manual Transmission with optional 6-speed Automatic available*, Antilock Braking System (ABS), Traction Control, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control, six-speaker _MAESIMA iV-DIRECT_ infotainment system with 7-inch full-colour display, Bluetooth and Music Connectivity, Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ support, Satellite Navigation, Cruise Control, Six SRS Airbags, Power Windows, Keyless Entry and Push Button Start, Premium leather-trimmed Sports Seats with 6-way power adjustable drivers seat, Leather wrapped steering wheel, shifter knot and parking brake handle, Parking Sensors and Rear-view Camera, plus sporty performance 2.0L engine. An optional safety package is available with 6 airbags, Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Active Lane-keeping Assist (ALA), _MAESIMA_ Smart Radar-Adaptive Cruise Control (SRCC), and Emergency Active-braking Assist (EAA) *.
The top spec level ST-Z trim Prova shown in optional Crimson Sprint Metalic colour*. Standard equipment includes 19" Alloy Wheels with a medium compound tyre, Chrome grill, Door handles and Dual Exhausts, LED daytime running lights on the lower fascia and spoiler*. Standard equipment including 6-speed Manual Transmission with optional 6-speed Automatic available, Antilock Braking System (ABS), Traction Control, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control, 10-speaker MAESIMA iV-DIRECT infotainment system with 7-inch full-colour display, Bluetooth and Music Connectivity, Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ support, Satellite Navigation, Cruise Control, Six SRS Airbags, Power Windows, Advanced Keyless Entry and Push Button Start, Premium leather-trimmed Sports Seats with 6-way power adjustable drivers seat, Leather wrapped steering wheel, shifter knot and parking brake handle, Parking Sensors and Rear-view Camera, standard safety package is available with 6 airbags, Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Active Lane-keeping Assist (ALA), and Emergency Active-braking Assist (EAA). Six SRS Airbags, plus sporty performance 2.0L engine. An optional advanced technology package is available with Active Grille Shutters, Forward Obstruction Warning, MAESIMA i-GENᴹᴼᵀᴵᴼᴺ Regenerative Engine Braking System, MAESIMA Smart Radar-Adaptive Cruise Control (SRCC), and Smart Brake Support*.
The Prova coupe brings the critically acclaimed design of the sedan and hatch in an even sportier pack full of emotional appeal. This truly a machine made for driving with lively and enjoyable performance.
Built on a front-wheel-drive unibody frame, Prove coupe utilises the same platform as the sedan and hatch, with an independent front suspension with MacPherson struts and stabiliser bar and an independent double wishbone rear suspension with struts and coil springs.
This combination helps provide the optimal balance of handling and comfort. An engine-speed-sensitive, power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering system adds the finishing touch for precise handling to help provide the most advantageous amount of assist for varying road conditions.
The ST-Z trim also comes with a sport-tuned suspension providing for a firmer ride with reduced body roll and improved handling. It is produced across the globe in a number of facilities in Thailand, Mexico and in Anikatia at our facilities in Namju. Each and every one of our facilities achieve only the highest in quality craftsmanship before they are exported to all markets.
The sporty and aggressive design of the Prova coupe takes our new Vitality Motion design language to the next level with its unmatched style that is meant to evoke an emotional driving experience. It features our signature Vitalic Flow Grill, blended to a low slung sports body.
The Prova coupe comes in three exciting trim levels, three powertrain options are offered with a standard 2.0L in-line 4 cylinder 16 valve DOHC petrol MC-AP19 engine producing 131 Kw (176 hp) and 198 Nm (146 ft lbs). and a higher performance top-spec 2.0L in-line 4 cylinder 16 valve DOHC petrol MC-AP19P engine producing 141 Kw (189 hp) and 203 Nm (150 ft lbs).
All models offering you outstanding value for money with our 5 Years Unlimited Kilometre warranty*, backed by 5 Years Roadside Assistance* (subject to eligibility) and 5 Years Capped Price Servicing*. This is our commitment to you and gives you peace-of-mind with your vehicle purchase. This commitment demonstrates our steadfast belief in the quality of our products something few other brands can match. This is our Maesima Advantage.
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> The ST trim Prova coupe shown in the optional Phthalo Green Metallic*. Standard equipment includes 16" Alloy Wheels, Chrome Grill, Dual Exhausts, Fog lamps, standard equipment including 6-speed Manual Transmission with optional 6-speed Automatic available*, Antilock Braking System (ABS), Traction Control, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Air Conditioning (A/C), six-speaker _MAESIMA iV-DIRECT_ infotainment system with 7-inch full-colour display, Bluetooth and Music Connectivity, Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ support, Satellite Navigation, Cruise Control, Six SRS Airbags, Power Windows, Keyless Entry and Push Button Start, Sporty cloth-trimmed Seats, Parking Sensors and Rear-view Camera, and Performance 2.0L engine. An optional safety package is available with 6 airbags, Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Active Lane-keeping Assist (ALA), _MAESIMA_ Smart Radar-Adaptive Cruise Control (SRCC), and Emergency Active-braking Assist (EAA) and 16" Alloy Wheels*.
The top spec level ST-Z trim Prova shown in optional Phobos Blue Metalic colour*. Standard equipment includes 19" Alloy Wheels with a medium compound tyre, Chrome grill, Door handles and Dual Exhausts, LED daytime running lights and unique sporty lower fascia and spoiler*. Standard equipment including 6-speed Manual Transmission with optional 6-speed Automatic available, Antilock Braking System (ABS), Traction Control, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control, six-speaker MAESIMA iV-DIRECT infotainment system with 7-inch full-colour display, Bluetooth and Music Connectivity, Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ support, Satellite Navigation, Cruise Control, Six SRS Airbags, Power Windows, Advanced Keyless Entry and Push Button Start, Racing inspired carbon fiber look interior with faux leather-trimmed Sports Seats, faux leather wrapped steering wheel, shifter knot and parking brake handle, Parking Sensors and Rear-view Camera, standard safety package is available with 6 airbags, Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Active Lane-keeping Assist (ALA), and Emergency Active-braking Assist (EAA). Six SRS Airbags, Plus High Performance Naturally Aspirated 2.0L engine. An optional advanced technology package is available with Active Grille Shutters, Forward Obstruction Warning, MAESIMA i-GENᴹᴼᵀᴵᴼᴺ Regenerative Engine Braking System, MAESIMA Smart Radar-Adaptive Cruise Control (SRCC), and Smart Brake Support*.
Great to see the Prova range finally complete. Prova Hatch is noticeably cheaper than the Erin Merna and appears to be equal on the stats. Same goes for the Coupe, has the potential to be a real enthusiast’s car. And what a smart looking range of vehicles this is!
Canne wait for those! One thing I’ve also noticed (having naturally gone through every trim level of the Merna to compare each and every possible detail to work out how to be better ) is that the Prova is a fair amount less efficient but much more powerful at equivalent trim levels. Perhaps that just because I’m a bit of an eco maniac, but is there any reason you went for that?