PROTON Holdings Bhd has confirmed i-HEV intelligent hybrid system as the official name of its new hybrid technology, which will debut in the national carmaker's upcoming model, codenamed AMA 02.

The system combines a petrol engine developed specifically for hybrid use, two electric motors and an energy management system to improve fuel efficiency while retaining the convenience of conventional refuelling.

The announcement gives Proton's next-generation hybrid technology a formal identity following earlier showcases at the Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show and Global Automotive Technology Expo.

At its core is a naturally aspirated 1.5-litre dedicated hybrid engine producing 111 PS and 136 Nm of torque.