Proton GEN 2 GLS For Sale

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That is perhaps understandable for a manufacturer with the inappropriately named Persona and probably all-too-appropriately named Saga in its back-catalogue.When it comes to styling, Proton has certainly turned over a new leaf. The Gen-2 is neat and attractive, avoiding that heaviness of appearance that afflicts so many modern cars. In fact, it looks a bit like a last-generation Renault Mégane that's had a major face-lift. Our test car was red, which appears to be the only non-metallic colour available.The Gen-2's interior is less impressive. The roof-lining, for example, has the same unappealing texture as that rough, cardboardy stuff they make egg cartons out of and the various pieces of interior trim come in every shade of brown, beige and gold plastic you can imagine. But if the Proton feels cheap inside, that is perhaps forgivable, because it is also pretty cheap to buy. The cabin is fairly roomy, even if the sloping roof-line cuts into the rear headroom, and the load space is generous.Equipment levels are generous, too; the GLS, the mid-range model I test-drove, has parking sensors, a CD-changer and air conditioning as standard. And it is possible to pick out some nice touches such as the integrated Blaupunkt radio and the vertically stacked heating and ventilation control dials, which somewhat resemble those fitted to the Lotus Elise.Now, that resemblance may seem deeply incongruous but it is not accidental. Proton has owned Lotus since 1996 and some of the Norfolk-based sports car-maker's expertise has clearly rubbed off on the Gen-2's engine and suspension. The Proton isn't especially fast, but its engine, while a little on the loud side, is enormously eager and thrives on revs. And the Gen-2 loves twisty roads. Neutral handling, accurate steering, a slick gear-change and a willing engine add up to lots of cheap fun. Few cars deliver as much driving pleasure per pound sterling as this one.Last year, Proton, which previously had long-standing links with Mitsubishi Motors, entered into a new strategic partnership with VW. So far, there are no concrete results from the two companies' cooperation, although it is clear that the Malaysians could do with some help from the Germans on the subject of trim quality. But I venture to suggest that when it comes to injecting a bit of zip into ordinary, inexpensive cars, mighty Volkswagen may just have something to learn from tiny Proton.Iain Thomson, 42, general manager, Slapton, Bucks Usual cars: Range Rover, Caterham Super Seven"You can see its sporting appeal, from the exterior, performance and handling - and you can certainly see where the breeding comes from on the Lotus side. It's got a 'retro-sporting' interior, but the quality lets it down. It is worth the money for someone who is looking for the performance, but it doesn't have all of the requirements of a quality hatch. As long as you keep the revs up on the 1600 engine, it is certainly not sluggish. The handling is smooth, with a sporty tightness. You'd have to drive this to appreciate it; some would dismiss it on the basis of the badge and the interior, which is still a bit plasticky, but Proton have come on in the last year or two."John Wheatley, 44, policy officer, Amersham, Bucks, with Lynne, Nathan and Robert Usual car: Honda Civic 1.6 SE"In general, this oozed ordinariness. The steering reminded me of a friend's Lotus Elise, but the 1.6 engine didn't match that of our Honda, and the top speed of 150mph on the speedo was optimistic. It's nice enough to drive, but the ride is far from comfortable. Nathan felt carsick - something that has never happened in our Civic. We all felt a bit queasy from then on. There's less room than the Civic, which would be a problem as we often have five in the car. The windows are also small, and it was difficult for the kids to see out. The kids said it was pretty boring, but they liked the sporty looks. At this price I'd expect to see more of these, but after the Civic... I'd rather have a Lotus."James Dore, 30, IT manager, New College, Oxford Usual cars: TR7, Citroën BX TZD"The styling is modern, and prettier than other drearily anonymous Pacific Rim offerings. Inside, I was impressed, given the price. The cabin is nicely laid out, although you can tell the plastics and assembly are done to a price - the handbrake top wobbled in my hand, and the less said about the rubberised door handles, the better. I'm used to engines with more torque, and this seemed initially eager, but soon ran out of go when you revved it. But it's quiet around town, and the ride was comfy over potholed city streets. That's about as far as I'd wish to travel in the back though - legroom is dire. For the price, I think it's very good. I'd worry about what it might be worth in three years' time, given they depreciate like falling concrete.*THE VERDICT: If you would like to take part, e-mail motoring@independent.co.uk or write to: The Verdict, Features Department, Independent House, 191 Marsh Wall, London E14 9RS, giving your age, address, phone number and details of the car, if any, you drive. For most cars, participants must be over 26 and have a clean licence. Compare over 65 car insurers and get £25 Cash back through Independent Compare Print Article Email Article Also in this section Citroën C4 Volkswagen Touareg Altitude 4.2-litre V8 TDI Seat Alhambra TSI Mini Cooper D All4 Countryman EDITOR'S CHOICE The IoS Christmas Appeal Churchill's grand-daughter? 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Nevertheless, it takes time for peoples perceptions to change and good or not, the £9,000-£9,600 price tag pitched for the 1.3 and 1.6-litre mid-range GLS models that most people bought was considered a stretch too far for many, even though it represented a saving of thousands on equivalent Astra or Focus model. Hence the importance of the GLS LE variants were looking at here, offered with £1,000 off the list prices, meaning a starting price for the 94bhp 1.3-litre version of under £8,000. Thats not far off citycar money for a full-fledged family hatchback. For this kind of cash, you might expect to end up with a stripped out econobasic model but in fact, all the items youd want are still included as standard. These include 15" unique alloy wheels , air conditioning with pollen filter, a Blaupunkt radio/CD player, ABS, remote central locking and an alarm and engine immobiliser. Customers can also choose to upgrade their LE with a half price £225 upgrade pack which includes front fog lamps and rear spoiler. Theres also low rate, no deposit finance offers, with APRs fixed for up to five years. Opt for the entry-level 1. 3-litre variant and the performance isnt too much different from that of the 1.6-litre version, with rest to sixty taking 15.4s (as opposed to 12.6s for the 1. 6-litre) and maximum speed of 112mph (118mph for the 1.6). Unfortunately, the fuel consumption story is likewise (40.4mpg combined as opposed to 39. 2mpg for the 1.6). "To sum up the Proton GEN-2 GLS LE is easy. Just get yourself a Ford price list and see how much you pay for less"Otherwise, its the familiar GEN-2 recipe, though one that has been given a spruce-up in recent times. The trademark seats with their integrated head restraints remain, as do the vertically stacked air-conditioning knobs on the centre console with their fetching metallic finish. The latest models feature darker plastic for the dash and door trim inserts however, which gives the cabin a more up-market air. The steering wheel is massively more sporting looking than the apologetic tillers seen in most cars of the Protons ilk as is the instrument panel with its twin cowled binnacle and metallic look to the dials themselves. Everywhere you look there are neat design touches, from the unorthodox handbrake grip to the semi-circular door pulls. Plastics quality still marks the GEN-2 out as a budget offering but theres little else to give the game away. The exterior detailing shows a number of well-judged contemporary features from the sculpted headlamp units to the bold design of the hatch and the coupe-like window line. This sporty styling does have a knock-on effect inside where headroom is an issue for tall passengers in the back seat but otherwise, interior space is adequate with the split-folding rear seats lowering to reveal an 850-litre luggage capacity. Although the GEN-2 will doubtless sell on the basis of its looks and value proposition, a great deal of attention has been paid to how the car drives. Quick witted steering and an alert feel are Lotus trademarks and the GEN-2 isnt found wanting in this department. Factor in a chassis that corners without a great deal of understeer or body roll and you have a setup which will be more than adequate for most of the target market. The more demanding minority may well find themselves wishing for a little more engine so good is the ride and handling. The ride is firm without lapsing into harshness and float over longer undulations is well suppressed. On the road, the 1.6-litre 110bhp CAMPRO unit we tried has been developed in collaboration with Lotus and develops reasonable torque in the mid and upper ranges but youll need to resort to the gearbox to make progress in the lower gears. Fortunately this isnt too much of a hardship as the standard manual gearbox is a slick system. The 1.6-litre GEN-2 will cover the sprint to 60mph from rest in 12.6 seconds and run on to a top speed of 118mph. A combined fuel consumption figure of 39. 2mpg and CO2 emissions of just 169g/km are both extremely competitive. To sum up the Proton GEN-2 GLS LE is easy. Just get yourself a Ford price list and look at the £11,500 price tag attached to the cheapest, most basically specified entry-level version. Were the Malaysian car to be a world away in terms of build quality and dynamics, the cost difference could be justified but it isnt. All right, so this Proton still isnt screwed together quite as well, nor is the quality of materials used quite as good but theres not too much in it. Against that, the handling is just as good, the styling more attractive and the specification on another planet. All of which ought to be enough to elevate this car to a place on your shopping list, even if you were thinking of spending a good deal more than £8,000 on a Family Hatchback. Pricier isnt necessarily better. FACTS AT A GLANCE CAR: Proton GEN-2 GLS LE range PRICES: £7,995-£8,695 on the road INSURANCE GROUP: 7 CO2 EMISSIONS: 169-192g/km PERFORMANCE: [1.6] 0-60mph 12.6s / Max Speed 118mph FUEL CONSUMPTION: [1.6] (combined) 39.2mpg STANDARD SAFETY FEATURES: Twin Airbags / reversing sensors WILL IT FIT IN YOUR GARAGE?: (length/width/height) 4310/1725/1435mm Build Comfort Depreciation Economy Equipment Handling Insurance Performance Styling Value Monday October 8 Send by Messenger Email this article Print ADVERTISEMENT if(window.yzq_d==null)window.yzq_d=new Object(); window.yzq_d['JAvlQVf4eEE-']='&U=13ouu0q2a%2fN%3dJAvlQVf4eEE-%2fC%3d200127573.202028669.203299357.200493719%2fD%3dLREC%2fB%3d201134203%2fV%3d1'; Car Videos Paris Motor Show See the world's newest carsbefore they hit the road. Full coverage from Paris.News, photos and video Barclays Premier League Watch match highlights, Goals of the Week, fixture previews andmuch more.Videos on Yahoo! 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Please login/register to access a lot more useful features like creating your own product list etc. SHOPPING > Cars > Cars (By Manufacturer) > Other Car Manufacturers > Proton Other Car Manufacturers > Proton GEN-2 1.6 Proton GEN-2 1.6 · Product Information User car reviews (1) Write your own review Expert Reviews (10) Ask a question Proton Gen-2 is a fantastic car. Just released not long ago, the Gen-2 sports a fantastic and sporty look. This car is in fact a replacement model for Proton's Wira model. The exterior has been well designed to give it a nice and modern look. The interior on the other hand is very classy ... Read review WHAT DO YOU THINK? Recommend it (1) Don't recommend it (0) I own it (0) Offers for Proton GEN-2 1.6 Similar offersProduct InformationCar ReviewsExpert Reviews Questions Similar offers for Proton GEN-2 1.6 » 1 to 1 out of 1 similar offers for Proton GEN-2 1.6 PROTON GEN-2 1.6 PETROL HATCHBACK Manual ABS Brakes, Alloy Wheels, Electric Windows, Multiple Airbags, Power Steering, Single CD ... more Player, Remote Central Locking, IsoFix child seatpoints Rate it now Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: refer to website £ 4,000.00 Visit Shop > Motorparks.co.uk Products you might be interested in » Proton GEN-2 Persona Proton - Saloon - Petrol User car reviews (10) Buy Now Perodua Myvi Ezi 1.3 Perodua - Hatchback - 1298 cc - 86 bhp - Petrol Rate it now Buy now for only £ 4,488.00 Proton Savvy 1.2 Style Proton - Hatchback - 1149 cc - 75 bhp - Petrol Rate it now Buy now for only £ 3,695.00 Infiniti M56 5.6 V8 (2010) Infiniti - Saloon - 420 bhp - Petrol Rate it now Buy now for only £ 59.00 Proton Wira Proton - Hatchback, Saloon - Petrol User car reviews (5) Buy Now Infiniti M37 3.7 V6 (2010) Infiniti - Saloon - 330 bhp - Petrol Rate it now Buy now for only £ 59.00 Sponsored Sites - Cars Car Reviews of Proton GEN-2 1.6 » 1 review Good car Advantages: Good handling, compact and sporty Disadvantages: Not a family car Proton Gen-2 is a fantastic car. Just released not long ago, the Gen-2 sports a fantastic and sporty look. This car is in fact a replacement model for Proton's Wira model. The exterior has been well designed to give it a nice and modern look. The interior on the other hand is very classy and futuristic looking. Compared to the older model that Gen2 has replaced, the interior is 10 times nicer. Sitting inside a Gen2 gives you comfort ......and locking system. But the Proton team has done a great job in fixing this problem. Gen2 also gives great fuel efficiency. Though it is a 1.6 liter engine, the fuel consumption is rather low for it's engine size. For car enthusiasts, you can modify a Gen2 into a superior car on the road. Recommended buy! ... more Proton Gen-2 is a fantastic car. Just released not long ago, the Gen-2 sports a fantastic and sporty look. This car is in fact a replacement model for Proton's Wira model. The exterior has been well designed to give it a nice and modern look.The interior on the other hand is very classy and futuristic looking. Compared to the older model that Gen2 has replaced, the interior is 10 times nicer. Sitting inside a Gen2 gives you comfort over long distance drives.When Gen2 was initially launched, once again it had problems on the power window and locking system. But the Proton team has done a great job in fixing this problem.Gen2 also gives great fuel efficiency. Though it is a 1.6 liter engine, the fuel consumption is rather low for it's engine size. For car enthusiasts, you can modify a Gen2 into a superior car on the road. 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Buy now for only £4,000.00 Product Information for "Proton GEN-2 1.6" » Product details Manufacturer Proton Boot Capacity (litres) 700 Weight 1175 Length 4310 Width 1725 Height 1435 Towing Limit (kg) 1000 Engine Size (cc) 1597 Insurance Group 7 Driven Wheels Front (FWD) Torque 110@4000 lb/ft Release Date 01.01.2005 Fuel Capacity (litres) 50 Cylinders 4 Warranty 3 years / 60000 miles Maximum Speed (mph) 118 Number of Doors 5 Type Car Emissions Class EU3 CO2 Emissions 169 g/km - (Man) / 192 g/km - (Auto) Country of Origin Malaysia Range + Engine Type GEN-2 1.6 Classification Economy Car Body Type Hatchback Fuel Type Petrol Transmission type 5 Speed Power 110 Range Proton GEN-2 Available Trims GL; GLS; GLS ecoLogic; GSX; GSX ecoLogic Ciao Listed on Ciao since 28/01/2007 Manufacturer's product description Proton present the GEN-2 1.6 GLS 5dr Hatchback with 5 Speed, Front (FWD) running on Unleaded Petrol Related tags for Proton GEN-2 1.6 » Proton GEN 2 GEN 2 Proton CD Ipod Nano GEN 2 Black GEN 2 Night Vision Proton Proton Amplifier Proton CAR Dualit NEW GEN 2 Slice Toaster Compare Proton GEN-2 1.6 to other similar Other Car Manufacturers » Austin Montego 2.0 Cheap as chips. 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