After running the car for the first 1000 km, I noticed a high-pitched jet sound coming from the engine compartment at 80 km/h. It gets irritating to the ear if you are driving for a long time. The sound stopped when I put the gear to neutral while driving at 90 km/h. So, the sound should come from the gear box because I couldn't hear the noise when accelerating the engine to 2000-3000 rpm while stationery. Service dealer confirmed the sound, but had offered no solution to date (sigh).
Tat tat tat sound coming from the 'IAFM' module. It was replaced free of charge and problem solved.
At 120 km/h, the steering wheel wobbles. Service dealer refused to rectify the problem as it is not within warranty specification. Instead, advised me to have all the four wheels balanced at my own expense.
For a 1.3 cc car, it is powerful for its class. The engine is responsive, but needs to get used to its drive-by-wire technology.
It is RM10,000 cheaper compared a to Perodua 1.3 Myvi.
I am quite impressed by the new Saga... I prefer the Perodua Myvi to the saga, however after I test drove it the Saga is a fuel efficient car compared to the Myvi, better handling and lot of space, however I don't like the audio system. I recommend this car for a young executive and first car buyer... well done Proton!
I'm happy with my new Saga, but at the start point the pick up is quite slow, and the engine gear auto change is slow in response as well.
This car is not intended for young exec. It's meant for those in lower income bracket with family. A young exec can definitely afford a better car.
I just acquired a 1.6 liter manual version. Must say it is definitely value for money. Only complaint is that the horn cover vibrates.
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