New Proton Saga
The much awaited new Proton Saga replacement is finally here. Codenamed BLM not many thought Proton will stick with the existing name. With 6,000 orders, looks like the new Saga is well received. This new Proton Saga is based on the Savvy’s platform albeit stretched and widen out.
The Saga was launched 23 years ago as the people’s car. Over that time, many incarnation came, with facelift of all sorts. From the hind quarters, the new Saga have a bit of resemblance to the C-Class Merc. The higher end models comes with air bags, seat belt tensioners and power steering.
Here is an interior shot
Specifications
Engine – Campro 1.3 litre
Power output – 70 kW(94BHP) @ 6000rpm
Length – 4257 mm
Width – 1680 mm
Height -1502 mm
Power-assisted steering on all versions
Price – RM 31,000 to 39,000
The new Proton Saga and other replacement models might just be Proton’s saviour
Update
Test drive of the new Proton Saga reveals these things.
The new Campro engine felt pretty much like a 1.3-litre engine. Good acceleration at the low end. Noise level a bit intrusive at high revs. Manual shift feels rubbery and imprecise. Steering responded well to inputs but feel could be better. Trunk space is very good (as with all Protons). No grab handles for rear passengers except for high end model. Build quality – so so. Interior space is good and seats are well placed. Off course everyone knows by now, the rear manual window winders.
Real cons – underpowered when going up steep hills.
Remain to be seen – Build quality
2 comments
The Campro engine has a lousy torque. Hopefully with the new intake, it should improve this. For the price, I think it is good value. Let’s see how the build quality is once the car is used for a few months.
I’ll never buy another Proton. Have been faithful M’sian but the Proton have disappointed me so many times, I give up.
Buying a used Japanese car is many time better. Unless you want to be best buddies with your SA!
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