Proton

Proton ageing range of homegrown models, the Proton Saga, Persona, Iriz, and Exora, will be getting some much needed upgrades in their powertrain within the next 5 years, according to Proton’s Deputy CEO Roslan Abdullah. When talking about the new and improved Proton under the stewardship of Geely, the Proton X50 and X70 get the limelight but as good as these two models are, it is important to remember that around 60 percent of Proton’s sales come from the ageing Proton Persona, Iriz, Exora, and

When Geely took over 49.9 percent of Proton, it stated a bold promise of turning around the ailing Malaysian national car maker into the third biggest car brand in Southeast Asia’s ASEAN trade bloc – which comprises of 10 member countries. Five years into the 10-year plan, Proton finished 2022 with 141,432 cars sold, giving it a 19.6 percent market share in Malaysia. That’s still very far off from the 2027 goal, which calls for 400,000 units. In contrast, Perodua finished 2022 with 282,019 units

While Proton itself had a successful 2022 with a fourth consecutive year of growth pushed that saw total sales of 141,432 units, its financing arm, Proton Commerce, had an equally prosperous year. Proton’s total sales saw retain second place in the local sales table with the most units sold since 2013. A lot of that success was courtesy of Proton Commerce capitalising on the growth in sales that led to a record-breaking number of loan disbursements. Having been incorporated on 27 October 2003, P

Basic information about my car: Proton Persona 1.6 Standard MT 2019 Reasons why I bought this car: Due to my work, I need a car with stable chasis, big interior space, and a car with adequate all round performance. I am also favour of 2019 Persona exterior design. Car selection process - I had a budget of: RM30K ~ RM 60 - Models that I have considered include: Proton Inspira & Persona Reasons why I chose this car: This car is the first car that I ever purchased myself, hence I prefer vehicle wit

Basic information about my car: 2013 Proton Suprima S Reasons why I bought this car: Even though this car is launched in 2013, but I think the design of this car still hold itselfs and does not feel outdated in 2022. I like the DRL element very much, along with the hot hatch vibe. This car also have decent rear boot space and basic safety feature. Car selection process - I had a budget of: RM 40,000 Reasons why I chose this car: I am attracted by the design. It has blue colour that are similar t

Basic information about my car: 2018 Proton Saga VVT 1.3 M.T (Standard) Reasons why I bought this car: 1. Mainly getting to college when I moved to KL to study. 2. Ferry my sister or any family members as required. 3. Going outstation or driving around when needed. (Basically the most basic purpose a car is used for) Car selection process ● I had a budget of: 30K. ● Models that I have considered include: None. Was not into cars back then. ● Reasons why I chose this car: 1. Likely the cheapest ne