Public opinion is a strange thing. Sometimes it is
absolutely perfect, while at other times, and the audience is not just right.
But when faith comes in, it is painfully long time to rebuild. Once despised,
it will be a bit ' of time before many of us are going to close again the
culprit , if ever. That is, if there is even a choice.
And so, in Proton. Public confidence in the domestic
automaker was followed by for years, and not without good and / or (more likely,
for most of us) common reasons . There was Waja , Gen 2 , Persona, Exor , and
last year , the long-awaited and publicized Preve . Everything promised many things,
but little delivered.
You hear all the time that the new car turn, but it is not
so simple. Even if you are very good - and very close Preve - it will take
several years to build back this vital public trust. He won the gold, and the
absolute best we can hope for is Proton stabilization.
The real turning point will come in a couple of years later,
when customers get the trust and they feel they can put their hard earned money
behind the vehicle in the first national car company again. And ' upside down,
as long as the Proton Suprima S - is now ready to be tested - it really is good
enough to start the brand back up again. Well, now, is not it?
If not, then you really Proton is in trouble. We drove the
new model is a lot ' to shake the truth. When launched Preve , you may remember
, was launched , at least in theory, in relation to civic education and Fortes
this world. They are good and we liked it very much, although we did have some
reservations.
Now, however, Suprima S has moved luxury and aims to medium
caravan - Golf, Focus , 308, and so on. New Proton has not only changed the
tombstones in its class and price - which is also trying to be a little ' more sporty.
It turns off the trunk, entered the intricately designed
truncated to - take this subjective, if you will - grows on you the more you see.
I enjoyed an inspiring moment when parked in the sun comes back for a photo.
The light plays on the projection, retro complex clearly shows that a lot of
work has been put here.
It is a complex project that requires quite a lot ' of interaction
between the apparently stray lines and surfaces. January 2 had a similar busy
looking back. But they both work, and very good at it . The Suprima S appears
narrow and low in the back, there is no way ever based on the sedan. It’s just
a shame that the discharge is hidden behind a rear diffuser dysfunctional.
The entire design seems practical; this is exactly how it
should be in the first place. No discomfort inherent in the way the back
collapses down to create a clean look hatchback, and this despite the Preve and
oppose the sharing of the same rear door panel - check them out, they are the
exact same port .
It must be said that the two, is a sedan that appears in
less cohesive in terms of scale. Rising window line corresponds hatchback design
better, with clear benefits over they awkwardly high bootline . You would
expect the spin-off to be to take the compromise, but it ends up looking better
than the original. , Funny that.
Front remains the same, with little changed from the
previous year. But, hey, it's always nice to look at cars; swagger and
provocative appearance fool you. Thus, product differentiation minor updates
all Suprima necessary. At least it looks good.
Retrieved from changes Inspira 2.0P are new 17-inch wheels,
now with titanium - as a coating inside and opaque diamond - cut the outer
surface. They are good to add a little ' visual sophistication of the car, as
well as Proton is not necessarily known for being the best decisions with
wheels. Remember the original Satria Neo is blingtastic turbine alloys, anyone?
It's not all good news, though. The flashy new LED strips -
now daytime running lights above the position of the light dimmer Preve - they
have a very narrow viewing angle (more than most DRL). It seems almost sacred
except when viewed from dead center , which is to say that this is most evident
in the rearview mirror of the car , not the oncoming traffic.
Also guilty of fashion faux pas are new covers lower air. Simpler
horizontal slats project can be opened by inserting more to increase the
efficiency of the radiator stonking 14%, but it makes the interior of the car visible.
Too obvious, in our opinion.
And there taillights guides, who last night light. Proton
claims that have reached the same level of luminentne Suprima two LEDs (one
part ) that even in the 14th Looks really good , but if it is very dark, light
guides seems too thin to be visible from afar.
Similar Preve , stop / brake lights are still bulb -based,
which renounces the use of the main LED tail - the key advantages of light
bulbs - a response rate significantly faster . Used in a way that is here, the
LEDs are purely cosmetic with no real function, which is a shame.
Inside, new trim panels and multimedia system - dash is the
main changes. The Preve CFE dark wood trim is replaced with a silver plate with
cubic printing order and additions leather and glossy black finish on the
steering wheel and gearshift paddles complete visual overhaul. The rest of the
table is still gray and hard in most places, the team Preve .
New Android seven inch touchscreen system has been designed
by German Blaupunkt car audio specialist , and has a long list of features ,
including GPS satellite navigation ( for Lokatoo , identical to that found in
the Perodua Myvi ) , audio and video playback (USB, SD card or AUX input ) , as
well as Wi -Fi ( YES 4G dongle is supplied with the machine) and Bluetooth
connectivity .
It uses a resistive touchscreen , not capacitive units
latest and most commonly used - the decision is to help the usability and
tactility. It requires you to press the screen to record inputs , compared to
the touch screen is capacitive touch screen. Proton claims to offer a better
tactile feedback , and can be used with gloves too .
However, the display is of poor quality, even at its peak,
you fight under the bright sunlight. What is worse, it is not the easiest
system to use, or that requires a lot of learning to master all the functions
available (of which there are plenty) .
And new ones are two additional tweeters mounted on the A-pillars,
making it the most complete system sound better, the sound with a good level of
customization via touchscreen display (Premium edition only).
Built- in screen is the last - camera, now paired with a
visual aid for a new front parking sensors, which is a nice addition. Front
sensors, however, is disabled by default, and use a button on the dashboard
when needed. This is contrary to the choice of one of the producers
transforming automatically below a certain speed.
At least Preve is foldable side mirror problem is addressed.
They now take place as the car is unlocked, not after driving off - an
oversight as jarring as Proton apparently forgot that you might need during the
maneuvers Preve the parking lot. Good to know that listening to customer
feedback / complaints, though.
Maybe something that not enough people complain about
missing sitting position. It is still sitting high in the Suprima S, and the
tilt adjustment of the steering (there is still no flow adjustment) is not
eligible to be moved to point high enough so that it corresponds to the
position of sitting high. More often, you look down on the wheel, not on it.
On the positive side, Suprima S does not offer a package of
six airbags, ABS with EBD and at the top of BA , Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) and Traction Control . It is argued that the most likely to benefit from
ANCAP crash safety rating of five stars , the better the incredible new Honda
Accord , Jaguar XF , the MINI Countryman and the Range Rover Evoque , among
others.
Last quarter are processed, so that it matches the new form
of tailgate. New headrest sit flush in the back seat of improvement last visibility
, and convenience is a strong point here .
There is only space for passengers as the ' Preve , so it's
more than you could get in the Mazda3 , and on par with the Volkswagen Golf and
Ford Focus. Additonally , ISOFIX mountings are standard in the rear, but
unfortunately , still no rear vents ' air -con.
Boot capacity has dropped from the class of translation is
only 508 liters to 309 by ISO / VDA measurement , but you get a load area much
larger / higher with the seats folded down . One question though, no external
boot release. Or press and hold the button to unlock the remote control (no
start button dedicated here), or open the driver's door and pull the switch
hidden in the pocket. Seriously, Proton?
But it is enough to complain. Let's move on to the big
changes that are evident on the new model, starting with a drive package
significantly revised. It ' amazing that Proton is not mentioned in the launch
event of the Suprima S ‘, because it is a new car is the most improved.
There is now a mounting structure for better transmission,
with the inclusion of new transmission media and holder at the back. Extra
layer of sound insulation is also added to the improvement of the transmission,
which is now called the difference + VT3 VT3 units used in the translation and Exor.
The improvements applied to medium and pinion gears as Crown
Point (now in strong material too) make a significantly reduced transmission of
noise and vibration. The lament CVT that has penetrated and Preve has been
largely solved in the Suprima S.
In motion, the changes translate directly to improved
refinement, as Suprima S is clearly quieter than Preve . Move slowly from the
station, and there is less jitter transmission. Also, lift the pedal to cruise,
and voila, no more annoying hisses. Not as good as the CVT from Toyota or Nissan,
mind you, but it's all there. Slowly but surely, then.
There is a new hill -hold assist function, curiously only
variant premium. He holds the car in place on the rise, so as not to roll back more,
as soon as you come up with the brakes. Simple function, but one that the
owners Preve latest kill to have.
Gas pedal map has been updated too, giving it a more linear,
but direct feel compared to Preve . Proton claims that for each input of the
pedal (not fully open, which are identical), Suprima S commands more power from
the engine than Preve , which connects to a more sporty feel .
Although on paper the Suprima is slower than the first
(0-100 km / h in 9.9 seconds compared to 9.6 seconds , the sedan ) , it feels
more direct in motion, reflects more the available 138 hp and 205 Nm of torque.
He darts forward on the gas, especially mid-range. At highway speeds, offering
top - gear pull up to 2.0 liters C - segment hatch can not match, even if it
seems to feel a little ' more than half of the gas.
In response to the gas through the CVT transmission is still
great, but it has more than enough puncture available when needed. You will
learn quickly to avoid stamping on the right pedal, such as the engine and the
noise will reach CVT cover your ears. Food constant pressure on the pedal and
an impressive torque range will get you where you need to go, quickly.
As for the suspension setup, you need a very small improvement.
Base MacPerson front struts and rear multi - connections are unchanged, with
only a detail audit stabilizer bars and a little ' fine-tuning to suit the
larger wheels. These changes in detail make her character strikingly perkier,
so that everything is fine with the details, if the detail work well.
If this is the sport and the desire to hang something else, Suprima
S is a family sedan that you want. She loves pushing, teasing, he did so
suddenly the place no matter which way you can think of. The management is well
thought out, and it is fast and full of life as zaps car in the corners.
The Suprima S is easily balanced somewhere between very mild
degrees of understeer and the curve, with 17-inch tires Achilles deliver decent
traction at all speeds. You respond to an impressive way considered, adding to
its dynamic ability. Somehow managed to feel effortless, but lively, it curves.
The car changes direction with a lot of communication
between him and the driver. It’s very well balanced, even more than the already
excellent Preve . Its handling ordered is made even more impressive by the
supple ride quality of the car right balance between performance and comfort.
It drives well, such as the speed of city streets and lumpy.
For a family sedan, it feels nice planted, a Peugeot 308 and Mazda3 feels small
and insignificant in comparison. There is a nice weight to all controls drive
and absorbs shock with pleasant confidence, with the bonus of silence his suspension.
Candidates latest in C - class segment family hatchback C346
as the Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf MK7 still have much better ride and handling,
but it is a great advantage for Proton to even be compared to such candidates segment.
In addition to the vehicles in the same price range (B - segment vehicles); Suprima
With more spacious, with a yield much more usable and much better equipped.
Sure, it has its drawbacks, as we covered above, but in this
price range (up to RM77k RM80k), puts the heroes battle against their rivals in
terms of size, not to mention a price range and alternatives less. E ' without
doubt the best Proton car is still (at least in Mitsubishi - issued Inspira ) ,
a significant improvement over last year Preve on which it is based .
It is a huge amount going for it, and Proton Suprima S, but,
alas, the image of the company and the national mood are the strongest
opposition to deal with. However many corners Proton activated , regardless of
the number of comeback concerts he made , correcting the public's perception
is the biggest obstacle to his .
The car itself is fine - even in most of the key aspects
(performance, interior space), excellent in some (ride and handling, value for money)
to the poor in others (quality, higher - end of refinement) . Definitely has a
capacity of depth and character to transform car buyers Japanese and Korean
cynical.
It ' so easy. Proton can now compete realistically without
leaning too heavily on the advantage of price alone. It’s just up to you to
believe that they can.
