Proton Persona Saloon 1.6 SEi 4d Auto (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Although they drop dramatically, it is a Mitsubishi so it speaks for itself- good value.
Costs
Around 38mpg combined more like 46mpg on motorways.
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On the road
Driving
Light and agile, slightly bumpy on country roads, motorways are very smooth.
Performance
Gets around town if you have the pwr & eco switch on the automatic it really goes.
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Living with it
Reliability
Always starts first turn, any weather keep it serviced and you have no worries.
Image
The select has it all, coloured bumper wing mirror, sills, metallic tinted mirrors, sun roof, has it all can't complain probably better than some other European cars I could mention, remember they laughed at Skoda.
Comfort
Front seat good, but back is a wee bit cramped, but good on the select model.
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Security and Service
Security
Well who breaks into Protons? That's one good thing about it, nicking a proton would be bad for street cred.
Service
Either 6k or 12k, some parts expensive but I have never bought any.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
A dream after 25k put in slick.
Other
The auto has power sport and economy switch, and also overdrive. What more do you want for this kind of money?
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes