Gadgets and technology

The New Proton SAGA

It is the longest selling Proton car, after 17 years it has finally being replaced with a new model. Unlike GEN. 2 the new Proton SAGA has a more decent appeal. Although it still retain some of its original concepts. Proton claimed it is based on entirely new platform. New chasis, new suspension, new steering system and new Campro engine.

The overall design of the car is OK. However it looks too complicated as too many concepts from differents cars are combined to produced this car. Lets begin with the tail lights. The tail lights which look very similar with those of Mercedes.

The front lights look like those of Hyundai. The body reminds us of Honda City. The interior of the car looks similar with those of GEN.2. For example the car uses the same steering wheel as those used in GEN.2. The build quality is poor, most of the finishing are made of cheap and low quality plastic. It can be describe as an empty can because of the sound produced by knocking the door with fingers. Perodua on the other hand also uses cheap plastic but has a high quality appeal. The problem with Proton is that they do not correct their mistake since the very beginning. Even with the cheap plastic the appeal of the plastic cannot be neglected. Some of the common mistakes that we can find in Proton is sharp edges on plastic.

In terms of comfort and performance it is on par with average. the cabin is spacious and slightly bigger than the old SAGA. With a larger space and larger boot volume it has attracted customers who are looking for a larger and more affordable car. The performance of the car is below average. Althought equipped with better suspension and steering system the engine of the car is too small for its size. Sound proofing is average, for more sound suppression padding must be done on each door.

Due to excellent respond from the public this model has put Proton back on its track.