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2013 Honda Accord Vs 2013 Toyota Camry

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 14 Sep 2013 16:17:00 +0000

If the idea of a Camry vs. compared Accord does not get your heart racing, we understand. This is not really a battle of thoroughbred horses. You want speed, elegance and style? Look elsewhere. What we have here are two vehicles designed for the masses.

Both Toyota and Honda medium - size sedans are for people who have not built particularly interested in riding, but who need a simple car, the broad, predictable, efficient and reliable drive. Built more for the needs of people, their needs, think of it as comfortable shoes in the world of the automobile.

Last year, three of the six best-selling vehicles in the U.S. mid-size sedans with the third overall Camry and Accord were fourth (The only models on them were trucks). The size sedan segment is huge and these two vehicles accounted for almost three quarters of a million car sales in the past year. Solely in the United States Needless to say, that there is a lot at stake. So that's our choice between these two leaders of the segments?

NEW, but not further

All new for 2013, at first glance, it may mean that the Honda Accord has changed a lot since last year. With an evolutionary design does not differ much from that of 2012, we have a closer look at subtle changes here and there reveal. The LED daytime running lights, dual-LED headlights (standard on the EX - L cut Accord) and LED taillights give the Accord a little flash outdoors. Attracted the remaining vehicle lines of the Agreement by a fresh, modern look.

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The Camry received its last revision in the past year. Again it was a case of changing the style characteristics rather than reinventing the Camry. This is undoubtedly the most spectacular looking Camry so far, but that's not much to say because the Camry has always been a conservative one-piece swimsuit. The new Camry is inclined with some nice design features, such as L-shaped tail lights, chrome fog light bezels and grille. That is, the Accord looks more elegant on the outside and was named the most stylish car by our staff.

Both of our test cars were equipped as a four - cylinder models with full load. The 2013 Toyota Camry XLE is equipped with a 2.5 - liter engine produces 178 hp and 170 lb- ft of torque. It sends power to the front wheels through a six - speed automatic transmission and is officially classified by the EPA at 25 mpg city and 35 mpg highway . The agreement has a similar configuration with a slightly smaller 2.4 - liter four-cylinder - 184 hp and 181 lb- ft of torque developed peppier. Transfer the power transmission to the front wheels via a continuously variable transmission (CVT), and also offers an advantage in the fuel department 27 mpg city and 36 mpg highway.

ENGAGING vs. PREDICTABLE

Much has been said about chord changes to a conventional automatic transmission CVT . The good news is that this is one of the best marches fewer units on the market. It is quiet and avoids constantly changing speeds rpm for the dreaded CVT drone. When accelerating hard to simulate switches and to help break the monotonous wail with many CVT connected.

Both vehicles offer a sport mode, but Toyota has a “manual" mode, the driver can select gears. Despite the weight reduction of 105 kilograms, the Camry is not as fast as the Accord in a straight line. Carried a little more power and the CVT In addition, the agreement reached fuel during our test phase (during winter months) by averaging 25.3 mpg compared to 23.5 mpg average Camry.

In general, the Accord is an attractive car to drive it . It does excel in throttle response, steering and suspension feel momentum, but without that something magical that makes the Camry feels incredibly easy to drive. Ride the Camry felt on imperfect pavement hard and protruding more noise in the cabin, but that may be due to the choice of winter tires more than anything else. In general, the agreement ends with the more refined feeling when hard work on the road.

COMFORTABLE Vs. LUXURIOUS

Inside, the Camry has the upper hand. Although the contract has a well laid out dashboard design, can not match the Camry more premium feel. The polygonal cross stitch Board Camry and all the gears are made of high quality materials.

Both vehicles feature center cluster intelligent design all the controls that you would expect to get. The user interface Camry’s is easier to use, but the second screen of information and entertainment of the Agreement which is intended for audio use, is a nice touch. It's refreshing not to have to include only changing the radio station the menus. Speaking of which, the Camry will win the game audiophile message sounds nice.

The agreement is rated the best front seats that wide, soft and comfortable. Both cars have rear legroom is almost identical, but the victories agreement legroom front seat of the Camry with about an inch of 42.5 - Total inches. In the trunk is a similar story with the Accord 15.8 cu ft - Cargo Ship Camry edges 15.4 cu - ft room.

It is an important, but healing autumn in the agreement, the telephone interface comments. If you have an agreement in 2013, the better to turn it off. With a text - to-speech function reads all menus and / or radio stations. If everything is in order as far back as soon as the system freezes for 10-15 seconds and block any input of time. It is beyond angry, how could a group of beautiful design indicators such as Honda but ruin the text into speech so much?

The base 2013 Honda Accord LX starts at a lower price of $ 22.470 after delivery due to the availability of a gearbox six speeds. Under the automatic cuts - only basic Toyota Camry L’s freight price after the delivery of $ 23,030. However, as tested, the Camry the champion with a great price for our loaded $ 28.520 is equipped Camry XLE comparison with our Satellite -Linked Navigation Honda Accord EX - L, which topped at $ 30,785.

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Each of these vehicles is a good choice. As a refinement, efficiency and curb appeal are important to you, choose the Accord. If a luxurious interior, ease of use and lower retail are your top priorities among the Camry.

However can be only one winner, as with any benchmark test. How do you sell these two gladiators battle of epic vanilla visit year after year , it was a very close finish with the edge of the Agreement due to improved exterior styling , a comfortable interior and some features like camera trick clock track. The fact that it's better to drive and more efficient in the real world is just an added bonus.

Kia Optima K5 Malaysia Price

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 14 Sep 2013 07:39:00 +0000

The anticipated Kia Optima K5 is launched - the D - segment offering early today launched the new flagship Red Cube outlet of Naza Kia Malaysia in Petaling Jaya. The car comes in a single engine variant form, this is a 2.0 - liter Theta II MPI mill offers 165 hp at 6,200 rpm and 198 Nm at 4,600 rpm, available with a six-speed automatic transmission.

Leaks are quite to the point, speculated before in our history booklet, what gear specifications and features. Almost the entire list of an ite the anticipated Kia Optima K5 is launched - the D - segment offering early today launched the new flagship Red Cube outlet of Naza Kia Malaysia in Petaling Jaya. The car comes in a single engine variant form, this is a 2.0 - liter Theta II MPI mill offers 165 hp at 6,200 rpm and 198 Nm at 4,600 rpm, available with a six-speed automatic transmission.

A leak is quite to the point, speculated before in our history booklet, what gear specifications and features. Almost the entire list of items that have been circulated, and is a well - filled bag.

For starters, there leveling HID xenon automatic headlights and LED - Daytime running lights , fog lights , LED lights, rear combination machine - finished 18 - inch , 10-spoke color - face alloy wheels , lip spoiler and mirrors Gullwing folding side . The car comes with a single outlet, unlike the two units of the 2.4 GDI contrasted

Advanced to the beginning of the year in Australia.

Within the K5 has a leather interior, a monitoring group and a multifunction four - spoke steering wheel with paddle shifters and audio controls, eco-driving, auto cruise control. There is also an audio system, six-CD changer with eight speakers (not seven, as speculated) Infinity speaker system , full Aux , iPod and USB connectivity .

Other items include dual-zone automatic air conditioning, width three-piece panoramic glass roof , press the start / stop, illuminated door sill plates and a USB port and a tailgate -mounted reversing safety camera with mirror inside the LCD monitor .

The driver is August 1 - electronically controlled folding seat with built-in integrated memory seat , keeps the settings for two drivers based on the seat. In terms of safety, the car is equipped with six airbags ( dual front airbags , front side and full length curtain - ) and an electronic stability program with ABS, EBD , TCS , brake assist and Assist Control .

There are also large disc brakes for improved braking performance, front active headrests, child seat in the back and speed - sensor automatic door locks.

He also wears HPD (high performance dampers) as part of its suspension tuning, but the devices are not suitable local K5 Sachs shock with Australian defined melody, but in a different tone our road conditions, is said to offer one better handling, without thereby driving comfort.

Three exterior colors are available; this is like Snow White Pearl Bright Silver and Platinum Graphite, and Optima K5 of RM143, 888 on - the -road.

Elsewhere, a little on the Red Cube Kia , Kia is the second point of sale in the ASEAN region . The 3S (sales, service and spare parts) center has new modern space identity of the company and will serve as the flagship "store" of GCN in the country. Another Kia Red Cube is due in 2012, either in the northern or southern .m that has been circulated, and is a well - filled bag.

New Honda Accord 2013 to be launched in Malaysia

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 14 Sep 2013 06:43:00 +0000

Turns out the flag post yesterday was perfect - the ninth generation Honda Accord is in dealerships on 5 September, was officially launched a day after the car. Honda Malaysia to introduce the cars here in three variants - 2.0 VTi and 2.0 VTi - L and 2.4 VTi - L.

As mentioned above, the 2.4 - liter version powered by a DOHC i - VTEC mill 'Earth Dreams’, good for 175 hp at 6,200 rpm and 225 Nm at 4,000 rpm. The 155 hp and 190 Nm 2.0-liter SOHC i Total - VTEC Accord on from the end of eight - gene, but it has little to no revisions provide better fuel efficiency.

Free in the kit list for tourism, which is smaller and lighter than its predecessor, but with a spacious cabin and improved legroom (35.5 mm) and a larger boat (23 liters).

The three variants with standard ECON mode feature, LED running lights and a reversing camera multi-angle and offers a view of 180 degrees for better visibility and reflection on the driver's vision expands, so that the driver can see what to the vehicle. Also a smart key system and push-button ignition for the 2.0 VTi - L and 2.4 VTi - L, remains the 2.0 VTi basis of traditional keyed ignition.

Both models of 2.0 and 2.4 liters NVH include improved performance, thanks to efficient sound hardware, Active Noise Control (ANC) and Active Sound Control - the ANC used to generate the audio system to the engine noise in phase sound waves reduce the cabin.

As expected, the 2.4-liter variant , the bells and whistles - a camera on the passenger side mirror of road use is assembled it is a camera , the clock Lane for an improved view of the passenger side , up to two lanes wide . Blind Spot Information displayed on a screen - eight - inch LED- backlit full VGA intelligent multi - information display (i - MID).

Other parts of 2.4 are the LED headlights that lights his debut on a Honda in Malaysia and active light when the indicators are on or when the steering wheel is turned more than 90 degrees to help poor visibility for the driver.

As for safety, equipment includes the usual rate of ABS, EBD, Brake Assist, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with traction control and ISOFIX attachment points. The 2.0 - liter models are equipped with front airbags, while the version 2.4 adds the i - with side airbags (OPDS) position sensor system is four.

No pricing details, but the ads for the car in oto.my an indicative price of RM149, 800 for the 2.0 -liter and RM175, 500 for the 2.4. However, this has not been confirmed, so we have to wait until next week to get. The full truth about the car

Kia Cerato / Forte 2013 Launch in Malaysia

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 08 Sep 2013 05:04:00 +0000

The Kia Cerato was officially launched in Malaysia - the successor to the successful Forte is here available in versions 1.6 and 2.0 liters.

Unit 1.6-liter dual CVVT Gamma MPI II develops 130 hp and 157 Nm of torque, and can be re- quoted 6.8 liters per 100 km in combined cycle.

New to the 2.0-liter Cerato product Nu MPI 161 hp and 194 Nm of torque, is indicated by a consumption of 7.0 liters per 100 km. Both engines are mated to a six-speed automatic transmission.

Spring American Design Center in California Kia , Kia Cerato door leading chrome honeycomb - surrounded Tiger Nose " grille headlights rear eyebrows arrows with LED daytime running lights , a sponsor separate times and lower surround taillights LED .

Longer, lower and wider than replacing the car with a wheelbase of 50 mm to 2700 mm, promises sedan segment C throughout the cabin, and a whopping six liters of boot space of 421 liters.

A new design of the dashboard features a center console angled towards the driver and a new three - spoke steering wheel with audio, cruise control and Bluetooth hands-free controls. The driver's seat is 10-way adjustable power with two memory settings.

The motorized power steering (EPS essentially) is Flex Steer, Comfort, Normal and Sport provides the parameters. The suspension is treated by the McPherson strut front and torsion shaft coupled to the rear, and this alloy five-spoke 17-inch wrapped in the range 215/45.

The list of standards across - the characteristics of the end is long, including exterior mirror mounted lamps are welcome, fog lights, reversing camera, keyless entry and start, parking assist, dual-zone automatic air conditioning with rear vents of the cluster ionizer air and the fog of the car and 60 : 40 rear folding seats parts.

In terms of safety, there are six airbags (two front airbags, side and curtain airbags) , VSM , ESC, TCS , Brake Assist , Isofix, speed sensing door lock detection automatic unlocking car doors and effects . The Kia Cerato is a star NCAP safety rating NHTSA and Australia five years.

What are the gains 2.0 1.6 leveling HID projector headlights ( halogen 1.6) , rear spoiler , sunroof, Group Supervision ( matrix LCD 1.6) roof and ventilated leather seats for driver ( fabric , unventilated 1.6).

Assembled in Gurun, Kedah in the hotel, the Kia Cerato can be bright and shiny white metal; shiny silver, red and gold exterior colors hit Temptation. Malaysia Kia sales targets 600 units per month.

Also at the launch event in KL Pavilion, the winner C, Adam Ng, was presented with the key to a Cerato 1.6. There were a total of 3,227 entries and 50 finalists who had a motto for Cerato present to win the grand prize.

New Toyota Vios 2013

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 08 Sep 2013 04:30:00 +0000

That is all ... Model many of you have been waiting for: the Vios .

For the better part of a decade, the Vios has become one of the most important models for Toyota, supplanting even the venerable Toyota Corolla / Corolla Altis from his position as first mover and shaker brand in the passenger car segment.

Well, that advertising was established, let's see what the new 2013 Toyota Vios really like ... and apparently 1.3E well.

If you think it looks very good, good, I can tell you're not alone. In terms of design, the new Vios is leaps and bounds over the previous model, a car, which we interpreted as too conservative. This new model, just go ambitious ... and that is a very good thing.

For starters, the front end is more futuristic than ever, with design details that makes the car so young and active, as your target beats. Mix stretched headlights and grill together to form a continuous line to accentuate the front, by the aggressive recording / grill in the main.

Of particular interest are character lines along the side of the vehicle above the grip type door handles run (handles much better than latch - type) and below the front and rear in the. Elongated headlights with the tail lights that correspond to the extended rear quarter panels and the car will be increased by a square rear end and a minor amount of alloy wheels.

One obvious variation is the size of Vios . The new model measures 4410mm long (top: 4300mm), 1700mm wide (top: 1700mm) and 1475mm high (previous year: 1460mm). Unusually the wheelbase is the same, which means that the new car an extra 110mm (ish ) projection of how it will affect the handling , we will know has . In addition, a large change of the largest luggage compartment 476 liters (81L bigger than the previous model), is able to down load and larger bags.

On the inside, the change is low. The Board looks much more impressive than the expected class. The predominant material in plastic linings or what it will be hard knuckle rappers out there, but it seems to be high quality, with the “seam " and textured faux means used. It is also interesting how the center console for the stereo drafts “hovering" of the more expensive brands, great mimics.

The seat assembly , ergonomics, and the controls are much better than before , especially with the good news meters back to where they should be : behind the wheel in front of the driver . The feel of the steering wheel and shifter buttons are much better than before, and the same applies to the driving position, not too big as the previous model. The cup holders are particularly interesting, as it turned out Vios cupholders at the front (compared to flip to the previous Vios) before the A / C vents. The cup holder in the center console no longer has a cover also. Ladies, especially those of that have mastered the art on the road while driving, you will love this Vios still the driver's side mirror. However, we do not recommend it - climbing and driving.

One thing that I noticed is how the convenience of really improved. The front seats are large enough to be a real step up from the previous Vios. The big change is in the rear seats, as the angle of the backrest and knee / legroom have actually improved when the Vios is to be in the fleets of taxis in the near future, I do not mind going into the back seat.

For properties, this e 1.3 gets a good balance of what you need for comfort and price. The windows are all driven, automatic transmission have a rear window defroster and a system of AC / manual (but powerful) , even after a few hours in the midday tropical sun , the A / C cools the cabin quickly . The audio system is everything you need, including AM, FM, CD, MP3 playback and an auxiliary input and iPod / iPhone compatibility. No Bluetooth, but you get used steering wheel audio unit. In general, the Vios is a good package for the price.

Powering the Vios range are a pair of engines: a 1.3-liter and 1.5 -liter , both with twin cam , 16-valve 4- cylinder with VVT-i . The motors are actually received from the previous generation and were not brought up to date as the indoor and outdoor area. In its current form this e 1.3 has 86 hp and 122 Nm of torque, which ran all the same 4 - speed automatic. After driving in the metro and beyond, gave the new Vios 1.3 E 10.2 km per liter in the city (moderate traffic) and 12.9 km liter on the road, a little smaller than the previous E 1.3 we went.

With respect to the acceleration or speed is not impressive Vios ... but it was never supposed to be. One thing that really works Toyota is in the smoothness, like new Vios units, as there is much more refined in terms of reduced noise vibration is hardness. In addition, the suspension is modified to provide a better ride and.

There are some minor quirks with the new Vios me after a few hours of driving in the city realized. First, the area in front of the shift lever automatic door type. The shape is shape makes it practically useless for most items such as sunglasses or mobile phone, and the way it is at an angle means that everything you put in there the slightest slip acceleration. The other thing I noticed is how the center channel in the interior of the car (the hump that goes from the engine to the rear, creating a space for the exhaust pipe) tends to significantly warmer. Maybe it takes a little insulation to prevent the heat of the exhaust gases into the vehicle interior.

Outside the city limits and on the way to intensive farming, the Vios is surprisingly better. Now, the model line was never much better known for a large curve (unlike the Ford Fiesta or Suzuki Swift), but the new look, although it's a little smoother and has extended overhangs. If there is something that is a bit more predictable at the limit and the direction seems more accurate. Just point and squirt ... although this is a 1.3L, it will take a little longer for the gas jets to get started.

So how do we find in the new Vios 1.3E? I would say it has changed the best conditions for outdoor use , very high marks for the cabin, better ride and comfort , good performance and economy due to lack of engine. In PHP

Vios line really was not one of those things that needs fixing real- time, but needs some fixing. Judging by the way he drives, how well he has done and how well you see, the new Toyota Vios absolutely perfect.

Proton Suprima S Review

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 07 Sep 2013 12:41:00 +0000

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.