Proton rated among most reliable cars

LONDON: Proton has cause to celebrate following new research released by Direct Line Breakdown which has revealed the most reliable cars on British roads.

According to the research, Proton’s range of cars has been listed as the fifth least likely to suffer mechanical breakdown, coming hot on the heels of Honda, Toyota, Mazda and Nissan.

The results are in contrast to general consumer consensus which saw Volkswagen, Mercedes and BMW topping the poll and were perceived to be the most mechanically reliable by motorists.



The research on which cars are most likely to breakdown was based on Direct Line's call-out records, which shows that consumer beliefs are inconsistent with reality.

Simon Park, General Manager, Sales and Marketing, for Proton Cars (UK) Ltd said: “We are proud to see Proton ranking at number five in this research, and it is testament to the genuine experiences of our extremely loyal customer base. Many of our customers have owned a Proton for years and have been very satisfied by how reliable they are.”

Proton’s current line-up includes the 5-door Savvy city car, the 3-door Satria Neo and new Satria Neo Sport, 5-door GEN-2 family hatchback and the 4-door GEN-2 saloon and LPG dual fuel GEN-2 ecoLogic range.

Direct Line, one of Britain's largest provider of motor vehicle insurance, is part of the Royal Bank of Scotland Group. Set up in 1985, it is based in Croydon just outside London and also provides roadside recovery services.

It commissioned the research to find out if common consumer opinion on many makes of car is borne out by experience. It offers tailored prices for individual cars so drivers of reliable cars pay less.

The research was undertaken by YouGov from April 26–28, with a sample of 2,011 adult respondents.

“This research shows how motorists tend to think the more expensive cars are more reliable which isn’t always the case," said Direct Line's Emma Holyer.

"Only 1% of consumers thought Protons were trusty whereas it’s actually one of the most reliable cars on the market.

“We believe that if you drive a reliable car you shouldn’t be paying out for the cost of your recovery agent constantly having to attend call outs for cars more likely to break down. It's only fair you pay a price that reflects the risk you represent."

Direct Line was the first major operator to offer tailored pricing on the individual driver, rather than the conventional approach of one price for all. Motorists switching to it from other operators save 20% on average.

Despite the reliability of Japanese and Malaysian cars, the same cannot be said for their drivers.

Direct Line statistics show that more than half of all breakdowns - across all makes of car - can be attributed to driver fault rather than mechanical so breakdown cover is essential no matter what car you drive.

http://star-motoring.com/News/2011/Proton-...iable-cars.aspx

proton ke arah dunia besar permotoran!

biasalah nak bodek Proton supaya dpt kasi free kat pulis je la

potong in uk is 100% better compare to malaysia.

so all the best quality car sent to UK? and all we got is the leftover defective product.

no plate number how to buy 4d

Some of the finishing parts they outsource from the suppliers in UK. Thats why they have better quality compared to the local version

put picture of wreck but no explanation whatsoever so the viewers are open for their own sick twisted opinions.

im okay with this.

this kind of idiots contributes to the high premium of insurance price.

u long enough already, sure know how people mentality here right?

Proton overseas cannot compare with Proton Malaysia.

Parts sourced from krony Bumi suppliers for the Malaysian cars.

Plus Proton in UK cheaper than Malaysia, FFFUUUUUU

Really? why do I seldom see Protons here?

Selling out side more cheaper than their own country.. nice biznez,mau untung cepat..

u jelly jelly? change skin color or balik kampung la~ hahaha

proton so good. passenger place stll intact

so top gear jelly?

nice! cabin still intact!
it is better to buy proton

Proton produce lousy quality for malaysia market

so sadding.. so many innoncent ppl fall on this scheme.. while they themselves enjoying using ppls purchase power LOLOL

Support Local Act Marehsia!

how much proton pay u?

wow the passenger compartment almost untouch

eh bro,kenapa buat muka begitu? bukan kau mau beli Inspira ke?

its like comparing local proton vs export proton

That's why Inspira is the best car in the world

as expected from Rally Racing car...

PROTON INSPIRA

haters gonna hate this..

the majority who drives proton in uk are the elderly ones. they drive slow all the time, how to break down?

Ya, I agree with you, our country just push advance and quality car to other country, just produce lousy quality here.
Too sad

too many butthurts in here

im outtahere

inb4 inspira > all

Is that really a proton car? Are you bluffing yourself?

guys guys


it's from the star newspaper?

the star I dun belip...

if from Malaysiakini I belip...

Same as Toyota. They produce lousy quality for Malaysian market and better quality for Japan market.

Mercedes also produce lousy car. Princess Diana died in one.

Althought proton have lousy quality with rattling interior.


But how often u saw a proton breakdown dispite the percentage of proton cars on road? All i see most are german cars. Lol

So i sappork the statement. it is a reliable car but lousy quality.

kan dh terbukti inspirar>all,,,forte bile lagi mau buat ini mcm?

You should see my friend's Made in Japan Pajero that's full of squeak and he doesn't go off road much, if at all.

My proton once broke down in the road, that's when my fuel tanks running empty

credit should go to Mitsubishi...NOT proton lah....

Its already known fact that CBU Proton to other country is better than built for local market ones. Do you know how satisfied those owners of unsold Persona 416 that is reshipped back from UK to here? Damn good. Cannot be said for the local Wira. Double standard. Whats worse is it is being sold cheaper than after price conversions here. Which is ridiculous as we have to ship it there. We are paying for other people's good quality Proton. Wow!!!

yesterday at sungai besi, on the KL-Seremban highway heading to seremban, a Toyota Camry break down right in the middle of the road.

Kesian that lady, car windows too big liao, no place to hide face.

proton cars for exports are very very much better than local ones..

A bad driver will die in any car regardless of what quality the car is.

Proton's slow acceleration, speed limit, and decent handling and decent brakes makes it one of the best car for self-regulation. Also, the sound isnt muffled unlike the new cars, so people can be easily aware of the cars around them.

Neverthless, I still think car tax should increase so that less cars will be on the road Maybe 250% tax on imported PLUS a fix license fee auctioned for RM150000-250000 to buy a car and 70% tax on local cars like Singapore. This will force people to live closer to where they work, and use public transport.

The result is less polution in the air, everyone will be happier. Rather then hold a depreciation item which makes them eternally poor.

This post has been edited by satuross: Jul 23 2011, 11:45 AM

self regulation?

lol, still lose to (well I hate to admit it) to Toyota cars.

the most reliable brand in Malaysia.

if im not wrong, the Wira at my house is made joint with toyota.

I dont really know much about cars tho.

It only work if you have a effecient public transport system. If we do not have one, do you want people to jump off some building?

In a nutshell, give people valid alternative before imposing what you said.


This post has been edited by Optiplex330: Jul 23 2011, 11:49 AM

I have used putra lrt to work for more then a decade dude.

And i can wake up at 7.20am-7.30am and still not be late to work (check in 8.00am)

there is going to be more options going forward. With the doubling of komuter fleet, additional lines and the LRT extension.

Most importantly is the revamp of rapid kl Bus fleets. Just like how an increase in tax would not be instant, options would also come due time.

ini bukan sg.. sg erp just drive through d portal. msian smart tag is a piece of bull crap.
msian train is another laughng stock.

FUUUUU....that's too much already...

I'll say have a congestion charges. Malaysia is too hot for public transport and it's hard to get around especially outside the city without cars.

Also, tax exemptions for electric cars.

if the car is not sold and sits in the showroom all day, should be quite reliable right ?

well...proton export quality is better
but that's the quality
the report say reliable and yes it is reliable
u dn't see a proton car often breaking down on the street is it?
top gear dn't like it becuz they're looking for quality and performance
i remember last time someone posted some news abt the proton rally car saying radiator broke and leak already still can run = reliable

They say Proton UK ≠ Proton Malaysia.

This post has been edited by joe_mamak: Jul 23 2011, 12:43 PM

Didn't you know that Proton export their good quality + more features cars to other countries while leaving those decent quality ones in our country for sale lol

Proton in other country and this country very very different,
oversea proton got better more powerfull engine, better engine, the build quality very good, seats are leather and so much more la

But at least they produce good quality for their own country. While Proton is inverse. Produce good quality at other country while Own country produce lousy quality lol

U go dai
rich fag..

Good Job proton. You made be proud to be a Malaysian.