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Mitsubishi Proudia BY51

2012 – 2016 — Japan

The Mitsubishi Proudia is a luxury sedan produced by Mitsubishi Motors positioned just below the flagship Dignity limousine. The name "Proudia" is a combination of the words "proud" and "diamond," representing Mitsubishi's logo. The first generation of the Proudia was manufactured from 1999 to 2001, with the second generation being a rebadged version of the Nissan Fuga produced from 2012 to 2016. Designed by Mitsubishi Motors and co-manufactured with Hyundai, the Proudia was marketed by Hyundai as the Equus. The Proudia aimed to compete with high-end models like the Nissan Cima and Toyota Crown Majesta, despite featuring a unique transversely installed engine and front-wheel drive, distinguishing it from its competitors. Key points: 1. The Mitsubishi Proudia is a luxury sedan positioned below the Dignity limousine in Mitsubishi's lineup. 2. The name "Proudia" is a blend of "proud" and "diamond," reflecting Mitsubishi's brand identity. 3. The first generation was manufactured from 1999 to 2001, while the second generation was a rebadged Nissan Fuga produced from 2012 to 2016. 4. Co-manufactured with Hyundai, the Hyundai Equus was based on the Proudia for the South Korean market. 5. Despite competition from Nissan and Toyota's luxury models, the Proudia stood out with