Proton Wira Hatchback (00-04) - Review

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It undercuts Kia and Hyundai alternatives, but that doesn't necessarily make it good value; it's outdated, lacks safety and security features and isn't particularly well specced; it's best avoided unless you're on an extremely tight budget.
1 out of 5

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Summary

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£6,944 - £12,844

Used price range:

£220 - £1,105

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It does nothing well

It undercuts Kia and Hyundai alternatives, but that doesn't necessarily make it good value; it's outdated, lacks safety and security features and isn't particularly well specced; it's best avoided unless you're on an extremely tight budget.

Driving & Performance

  • Performance

    2 out of 5

    "The 1.5 and 1.6 engines lack power, but are OK on the motorway - once they're up to speed. They..."

  • Handling

    0.5 out of 5

    "Lotus (who is owned by Proton) did its best to bring Wira up-to-date, but it still feels several..."

Comfort

  • Comfort

    2 out of 5

    "Seats aren't supportive enough and quite spongy. Cabin is not well insulated. The engines are..."

  • Practicality

    2.5 out of 5

    "Legroom in the front is average, but it's a tight in the back and not comfortable for three on a..."

  • Equipment

    2 out of 5

    "Not as impressive as you would think. Li has power assisted steering, tinted glass and a adjustable..."

  • Behind the wheel

    1.5 out of 5

    "An awful driving position is improved with seat height and steering wheel adjustments. Cabin..."

Costs

  • Running costs

    2 out of 5

    "Depreciation should be your biggest concern if you bought new - it will be worth just a fraction of..."

  • Green credentials

    2 out of 5

    "Wira performs fairly badly on the eco front. With an average of 213 g/km CO2 across the line-up, its..."

Safety & Reliability

  • Safety

    1.5 out of 5

    "Driver's airbag on all models; passenger airbag on Lux models; side impact bars; ABS is standard on..."

  • Reliability

    3 out of 5

    "Mechanicals developed from old Mitsubishis and are quite tough. Interior trim is flimsy and can come..."

Buying & Selling

  • Buying new

    0.5 out of 5

    "Don't. Unless the latest number plate really, really appeals to you, you're better-off buying a two..."

  • Buying used

    3 out of 5

    "Ultra-low prices are tempting, but they also invite neglect from previous owners who can't afford to..."

  • Selling

    2 out of 5

    "The bland looks and low-rent interior don't appeal to everyone and cars can remain unsold for some..."

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