car prices are never fixed...
-taking into account only new sc part costs, proton is cheaper than perodua.... and proton isnt like they used to be back then, the newer models are actually quite reliable. The only part on the flx that can cost more to maintain on the flx would be the cvt.
well..... which model, which variant?
if its the 1.4 with the dsg, let me ask you this...
1)do like to gamble or play russian roulette?
- yes, this car is for you.
- no, resume to no2
2)are you in love with this particular model and have some savings in event things do go wrong?
- yes, well go ahead,
- no... stay the hell away.

if its the 1.6, well... reliability is alright i guess... but its nothing special in this configuration...
typical gearbox, typical engine. Nothing special, no dif from any other car out there BUT comes with the euro maintenance costs.