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Proton Saga III 1.3 (95 Hp) Automatic
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Proton Saga:
The Proton Saga is a series of subcompact cars and currently city cars produced by Malaysian automobile manufacturer Proton. Introduced in 1985, the Proton Saga became the first Malaysian car and a major milestone in the Malaysian automotive industry. The Saga is Proton's longest-running and best-selling nameplate, with over 2 million units sold worldwide over 39 years.
The first generation Saga was developed as the result of a joint venture between HICOM and Mitsubishi Motors. It is based on the second generation Mitsubishi Lancer Fiore, and was available in 4-door saloon and 5-door hatchback guises. The second generation Proton Saga was unveiled on 18 January 2008. It is based on a stretched Proton Savvy platform and was developed in-house by Proton. The third generation Proton Saga was launched on 28 September 2016. It is based on the outgoing Saga FLX platform, and is powered by the Iriz's 1. 3-litre VVT engine....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Overview:
Proton Saga (III). With 120 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1065 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Proton Saga III has not been tested by Euro NCAP. However, it received a 4-star rating in ASEAN NCAP tests in 2018, indicating a reasonable level of safety for its class in the region.
1.3 (95 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.3L S4PE engine with 95 Hp and 120 Nm provides sufficient power for city driving and occasional highway use. The CVT automatic transmission prioritizes smoothness and fuel efficiency over spirited acceleration.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 5.6 l/100 km, this automatic variant offers good fuel economy for a naturally aspirated 1.3L sedan, making it economical for daily commutes.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable purchase price
- • Good fuel economy for its class
- • Spacious interior and boot for a compact sedan
- • Reliable and proven engine technology
Cons:
- • Modest performance, especially with CVT
- • Basic interior materials and features
- • Hydraulic power steering can feel heavy at low speeds
- • Rear drum brakes are less effective than discs
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Proton |
| Model: | Saga |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 (95 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2016 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 95 Hp @ 5750 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 71.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 120 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | S4PE |
| Engine displacement: | 1332 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC-VVT |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 73.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.6 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.1 kg/Hp, 90 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.8 kg/Nm, 113.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1055-1075 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 420 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4331 mm mm |
| Width: | 1689 mm mm |
| Height: | 1491 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2465 mm mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 150 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.2 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | CVT |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 175/70 R13; 185/60 R14; 185/55 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 5J x 13; 5J x 14; 5.5J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | independent torsion suspension |
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