Proton Wira 2001 Review

There are some vehicles that we like even if they are from a previous generation. The Proton Wira is one such vehicle. This is a car manufactured by Malaysian automaker Proton, and has been passed down over multiple generations. So today, the CarsGuide team will be reviewing the Proton Wira 2001 for you.

Exterior Design

Let us first discuss the exterior of the Proton Wira. The grill of this car gives it a distinct appearance. There is also Proton insignia in the center of the grill, with two wipers and two washers for the windshield.

The front suspension consists of damper struts. And the type of brake, ventilated disc. In terms of length, the side measures 4360 mm. Power windows are available. Side mirrors and door handles in body color can be seen.

A spoiler can be seen in the back. As a result, it has a slightly sporty appearance. There are also fog lights and windshield wipers visible. A body-colored bumper is present. On one side, the name Proton can be seen, and on the other, the name Wira.

Helical spring suspension is used in the back. Drum brakes are another form of brake.
The Proton Wira is classified as a sedan, and sedans should have an average ground clearance of 165 mm. The Proton, on the other hand, has a ground clearance of 135 mm.
The Wira has a boot space of 385 liters. This is generally sufficient room.

Interior Design

Fabric seats are provided in the driver’s cabin and it provides plenty of leg and headroom. There is a sizable glove box. In the meter console, you can see the fuel gauge, speedometer, and temperature gauge. Power windows are available. Vanity mirrors have been installed on both the passenger and driver sides.

There are three fabric seats in the passenger compartment. The middle seat can be utilized as an armrest if there is no passenger. A seatbelt is not provided for the middle passenger. In comparison to other cars, the Wira’s passenger compartment provides adequate legroom and headroom. All three persons can travel with ease. Door bins and bottle holders have not been installed. Seatback pockets have been installed in both front seats.

Performance

A 1834cc engine powers the Proton Wira, which produces 74 horsepower and torque of 180 Nm. The manual transmission is linked to the 1834cc engine. There is also a front wheel drive model. The Proton Wira accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.1 seconds. It has a top speed of 173 km/h. The fuel usage is 7.2 liters per 100 kilometers, and has a fuel tank size of 50 liters, which allows it 694 kilometers.

Ride Quality

Next, let’s discuss the Proton Wira’s ride. When leaving wet areas, wheelspin can occur. The driver may drive effortlessly because the windshield of this vehicle provides a decent vision. Body roll is very low and you can typically enjoy a good ride.

Safety & Technology

When designing a vehicle, one option that must be considered is safety. Let’s see how the Proton Wira’s safety was considered by the manufacturers. There are two airbags visible in this.

Among its safety features are ABS, EBS, and engine immobilizer. In the absence of ABS, the anti-lock braking system assists the driver by restoring traction to the vehicle’s tires in emergency situations. As a result, the motorist can drive safely. If there is no EBS, the wheel’s rotational speed is monitored by electronic sensors when it turns, and the brake is automatically disengaged and applied again. The Proton Wira has a 3-star safety rating as a result of these factors.