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We now have the first proper photos of the upcoming Proton Compact Car (PCC, or Iriz), and it includes a full view of the B-segment hatchback's interior. Not bad at all, right boys? To be launched later this month, this Perodua Myvi-rival is set to get a premium-looking cabin to match its modern exterior.

It has lots of nice details too, with a mix of grey, piano black and chrome highlights (though these vary depending on variants - eight in total). And yes, the leather-like "stitching" that runs across the top layer of the dashboard is clear to be seen here.

The central 6.2-inch touchscreen head unit runs an updated version of the Android-based system used by the Suprima S, and is linked to a reverse camera in the top-of-the-range 1.6 Premium variant. Steering-mounted controls, meanwhile, will be standard on the 1.6 litre models.

Moving on, there are two powered USB sockets (1.5 A and 2.1 A) by the handbrake lever, not counting the usual 12 V power socket and non-powered audio AUX USB input below the three-knob air con controls. No need for a separate in-car phone/tablet charger, then.

As you can see, the seats are quite well bolstered, and in top-spec form, very nicely detailed with contrast stitching as well. The rear seats have standard ISOFIX anchors as well top tethers to mount child seats. All seats have three-point seat belts with pre-tensioners, of course.

The start button is also in view. It's a proper keyless system (only for 1.6 Premium) this time round, mind you, so you can leave the new-design key fob (thin and long, not unlike new Mazdas) in your pocket. And yes, if you're wondering, there's an external release for the rear hatch.

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Open the boot, and you have a decent 215-litre cargo space, which almost matches that of the Myvi (225 litres). For extra space, the rear seats fold down (but not flat), and the boot floor houses a space-saver spare tyre for emergencies.

Not long more to wait, now. Stay tuned to paultan.org for all there is to know about the new Proton PCC/Iriz.