2004 Proton Gen-2 review from Malaysia
"Quality has to be assured"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The doors were automatically locked and cannot be unlocked, trapping me in the car for hours thanks to its flawed alarm system.
The rain drops on the roof and also on the cushions, even though the doors and windows are shut in heavy rain.
Noise from the drive shaft, which is unacceptable for a new car.
General comments?
Good interior light and dashboard design as they are enlightened by Lotus.
But Proton learned the wrong way to design its headlights.
Campro engine delivers good power after 80km/h. It's like underpowered before 80km/h, probably due to its ECU setting in order to save the fuel consumption.
Good handling, poor back view.
Too many defects on a car which is supposed to be good according to Proton's specification.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 2004 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 petrol Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 4/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 5 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 5820 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 9th November, 2004 |