Proton Mpi Hatchback 1.5i GLS 5d (1993/L) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
We probably paid a little over the odds for ours but a decent selection of gadgets for your money.
Costs
Cheap motoring offset by above average cost of spare parts for anything more than a basic service.
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On the road
Driving
Roadholding not exactly in the World Rally class. Control positions a tad eccentric but it grows on you. Very light steering ideal for town and parking but quite involving at speed.
Performance
1.5 lump is nobodys' racing car but a very willing performer... and quite a pleasing noise! Good in traffic, can hold its own on motorways.
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Living with it
Reliability
30,000 miles has cost us the requisite services and two new tyres only. Keep the rear wiper fixings as originals only seem to be available from dealers... bit of a pain, that!
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Calvin Klein seen driving one? ... only with a bag on his head!
Comfort
Not bad considering the age of the design.
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Security and Service
Security
If Fisher-Price made one it would have stronger locks than the original. However, who heard of joy-riders targeting Protons? The best anti-theft device is the badge on the boot that says "Proton"!
Service
Not really had much dealer contact .
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Watch out for loose trim on boot door and sill - refit if loose or the boot will leak!
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