depends on how you drive it..

Hey guys! Currently my dad is in the hunt for a new MPV for my mom

(original post from my thread https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=2848050, but i'm also looking for opinions from real Exora owners )

His budget is anything below RM100K. Reason for MPV is because of
1. Practical (transport stuff, 7 passengers)
2. Since my mom is quite short, she would appreciate the slightly higher driving position of an MPV

My dad is considering between the Toyota Innova which cost RM100K, but after doing some research, I found that Proton Exora Bold CFE Premium cost RM80k and Proton Exora Prime which cost RM89k.

The top of the line Exora's are attractive because of all of the additional features such as leather seats, reverse camera etc.

My questions are,
1. What are the main differences between Bold CFE Premium and the Exora Prime?
2. How's the fuel consumption for the CFE engines (assuming both of the variants share the same FC since it's same engine)
3. I always hear lots of complaints about build quality issues for proton (for example dashboard rattling after a few years, plastics loose/broken, paint peeling).
  Has Proton's quality improved with the Exora? (I don't fully believe these "problems" since mostly are made by Proton haters. )
(  I want full honesty from true owners themselves )

And these questions are only for those who has had experience with a Toyota Innova
(Please answer ONLY if you have been in an Innova before)
4. How is performance and handling between these two cars?
    (Since both are MPV, I don't expect much. Just wanna know which is better between these 2 cars)
5. How is the ride comfort when compared to Toyota Innova? (going over bumps on road, potholes etc)

Thanks in advance for your answers!

1) The difference is only on the accessory installed. Prime have in dash monitor and in head rest monitor for 2nd row passenger. Also a captain seat for the 2nd row instead of bench seat.
2) mine the lowest i ever get is 9.8L/100km . That is relax long distance driving. There is once I fuel up at Sg buloh esso for RM70 and next refueling is at Alor Star town. Average speed 140-150KMH. With 5 adult on board.
3) Honestly i have no problem with the built quality. No rattling sound from my dashboard like others claim. Mine is 15K on ODO, 8 Month old EB.  Just dont put too much expectation on it lah...
4)  I've been in Innova. Its bumpy and drink fuel. nuff said. EB wayyyyy much better at handling. I've smoked innova with my EB b4 at Lekas hiway
5) refer above.  

1 question. I noticed the aircond piping is not insulated at the engine area. Can see the pipes sweating and cold to the touch. That might cause the compressor to work harder and burn more fuel. Anyone insulate it?

here u go. #2165

http://cforum3.cari.com.my/forum.php?mod=r...fromuid=1859953

Most of the times I'm driving 90-100kmh manage to get 500+ km for full tank. Sometimes when outstation at highway during night or early morning drive at 150+kmh only manage get 450+ km for full tank with air-cond off.

Hey guys! Currently my dad is in the hunt for a new MPV for my mom

(original post from my thread https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=2848050, but i'm also looking for opinions from real Exora owners )

His budget is anything below RM100K. Reason for MPV is because of
1. Practical (transport stuff, 7 passengers)
2. Since my mom is quite short, she would appreciate the slightly higher driving position of an MPV

My dad is considering between the Toyota Innova which cost RM100K, but after doing some research, I found that Proton Exora Bold CFE Premium cost RM80k and Proton Exora Prime which cost RM89k.

The top of the line Exora's are attractive because of all of the additional features such as leather seats, reverse camera etc.

My questions are,
1. What are the main differences between Bold CFE Premium and the Exora Prime?
2. How's the fuel consumption for the CFE engines (assuming both of the variants share the same FC since it's same engine)
3. I always hear lots of complaints about build quality issues for proton (for example dashboard rattling after a few years, plastics loose/broken, paint peeling).
   Has Proton's quality improved with the Exora? (I don't fully believe these "problems" since mostly are made by Proton haters. )
(   I want full honesty from true owners themselves )

And these questions are only for those who has had experience with a Toyota Innova
(Please answer ONLY if you have been in an Innova before)
4. How is performance and handling between these two cars?
    (Since both are MPV, I don't expect much. Just wanna know which is better between these 2 cars)
5. How is the ride comfort when compared to Toyota Innova? (going over bumps on road, potholes etc)

Thanks in advance for your answers!

1. As padilopadilan mentioned, the differences I could see is only the Seating, the interior Shading and the Front & Headrest Monitors.... (which you can get it done cheaply outside... that too using better Brands... without cutting wires..) and the Fog light Chrome garnish

2. Around 9 to 9.5lt/100km

3. Owned Suzuki(7 yrs) - Nissan Sunny(4 yrs) - Kia Cerato(3 yrs) and then Exora CPS(1.5yrs). Noticed a lot of Improvement by Proton. Even when switching from CPS to CFE I could notice a lot of difference in terms of Sound Proofing, Painting etc...
Initial teething problems are been solved (my ride had a jerking issue which was resolved). Other than that no issues so far. Enjoying the ride.
Inbetween drives my Brother's 2lt Toyota Picnic also, but then also my choice is EB. We both went to Genting together but few places I had to wait for my Brother(who is having same driving experience as of mine) to join me . My Brother also appreciated EB CFE.     

I've Not driven a Innova so far.....

update ecu.. top speed only at 180... is it true? mine only 180 only.. before updte can go 200..aduh...