Proton Persona Saloon 1993-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Dash is poor but they're cheap.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Cheap as chips.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Out-performs most small-engined German BMWs etc. 2nd gear isn't well set it most except coupe.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Handles as good as any BMW except my M3. Quick enough for most.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    It's a Mitsubishi engine, the same detuned motor that goes in a Lotus Elise. Says it all.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Good to friends who I have taken in it, but poor compared to my new M3.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Back seats crap. At high speeds (70mph+) gets uncomfortable.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No one pinches them.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    I don't use main dealers.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Whistle noise from 4 branch manifold. Common prob.

    Other

    Electric windows don't go wrong, just put silicone in the motor and on the window and they're fine.

    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