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Proton Saga Iswara Aeroback 1.5i (90 Hp)
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Proton Saga Iswara:
The Proton Saga is a series of subcompact cars and currently city cars produced by Malaysian automobile manufacturer Proton. Introduced in 1985, the Proton Saga became the first Malaysian car and a major milestone in the Malaysian automotive industry. The Saga is Proton's longest-running and best-selling nameplate, with over 2 million units sold worldwide over 39 years.
The first generation Saga was developed as the result of a joint venture between HICOM and Mitsubishi Motors. It is based on the second generation Mitsubishi Lancer Fiore, and was available in 4-door saloon and 5-door hatchback guises. The second generation Proton Saga was unveiled on 18 January 2008. It is based on a stretched Proton Savvy platform and was developed in-house by Proton. The third generation Proton Saga was launched on 28 September 2016. It is based on the outgoing Saga FLX platform, and is powered by the Iriz's 1. 3-litre VVT engine....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Aeroback Overview:
Proton Saga Iswara (Aeroback). With 126 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.6 l/100km). Weighing only 980 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13 s). The top speed reaches 166 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.5i (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for daily driving and light highway use, benefiting from the manual transmission's efficiency and the 90 Hp output.
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel economy for its displacement and era (7.2 l/100 km combined), making it a practical choice for budget-conscious drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable purchase price
- • Simple and robust Mitsubishi-derived mechanics
- • Good fuel economy (manual versions)
- • Practical hatchback body style
- • Easy to maintain and repair
Cons:
- • Outdated safety features
- • Basic interior comfort and amenities
- • Limited performance (especially automatic)
- • Dated design aesthetics
- • High fuel consumption for automatic variant
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Saga Iswara: 1992 - 2003).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Proton |
| Model: | Saga Iswara |
| Generation: | Aeroback |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5i (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2001 |
| End of production: | 2003 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 61.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 126 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1468 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75.5 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 166 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.9 kg/Hp, 91.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 128.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 980 |
| Max. weight: | 1440 |
| Max load: | 460 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 735 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4110 mm [170mm less] |
| Width: | 1655 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1360 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2380 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1390 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1340 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 175/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
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