2003 Perodua Kancil EX review from Malaysia
"Average performace, but buy it due to increase in fuel prices"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Several things have gone wrong:-
1. Latest in August 2006. The plastic T-junction supplying water broke, causing my car to overheat to the max. Luckily, saw the MAX temp in time and stopped in the emergency lane. Had to get a tow truck to tow for 5km.. COSTS RM110.
Important notice to all Kancil users: If you these plastic T-junctions, replace em now with metal ones. If not, you may suffer dearly later.
2. Brakes not really up to it... just replaced the pads in 2005... Will have to do it again.
3. Batteries died in 2005, after nearly two years of use. Good performance there.
4. Tyres replaced in April 2006, after 3 years use. Some threads left, but not really confident about longevity. Costs RM90 per tyre.
5. Suspension is almost non-existent now. Time to replace, but lacking in funds :). It is also the time to replace the timing belt (Nearing 60000 km)
General comments?
Car fuel consumption is quite OK, but don't get stuck in jams during the midday. The aircond is absolutely terrible.
Car no roomy, Kelisa is better.
Rattling sounds in the glove compartment from the day of purchase.
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| Below average |
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| Is a cheap car with all the cheap stuff! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2003 |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 850cc Manual |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 3 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 58000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 7th September, 2006 |