2004 Perodua Kembara CT review from Malaysia
"Perodua rulez! Proton where art thou 4X4st?"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Steering wheel vibration above 100KM/HOUR (when brand new only - now o.k)
Outside odors comes in even when vent closed (when brand new only - now o.k)
Spare wheel outside at rear stolen at 10K KM. Need a thief proof lock for spare tires. Put in anti-thief nuts and bolts on all wheels!
Left signal bulb burnt at 20K KM (replaced)
Radio Dial loose at 30K KM.
General comments?
Despite small mysterious glitches when first delivered to me, this is a really great small/mini 4X4 SUV.
My dealer threw in 2 pairs of macho matching aluminum rims, free all round police approved windows tint and a RM1K discount.
When they first delivered it the front was splattered with factory installed rust proofing, but the dealer took it in for detailing and polish F.O.C.
I love its quick response Toyota pedigree 1.3 DVVT engine and boy it just sticks to corners at high speed (you can hear the Sime tires squeal, but there is no danger of falling over).
Unlock the overdrive button when going downhill and you have engine braking or when you don't want to use auto on rough terrain.
Put it in neutral press the differential button and you're on totally 4X4.
Fuel consumption is about 400KM for a full tank of gas. Road tax is a dream at RM70 (due to recent 50% discounts by government).
It jumps out of traffic lights like a rabbit out of hell outrunning even some high end SUVs, but it doesn't have the staying power on the open road.
Perfect for short fishing excursions and city tight parking spots.
Perodua is always improving its models so mine does not have the air bags and ABS that the most recent CT Elegance models have now, but I put in my own CD changer and it's a steal.
Recommended Reviews:
 | Too expensive, better choices available in second hand department |
| Good, but service centre needs a lot of upgrading in terms of customer service |
All 2004 Perodua Kembara reviews
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 2004 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 50 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 36000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 12th September, 2005 |