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42-434: 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

84-536: A facelift to the general public. The car now includes design cues from the Proton X70, Proton Iriz and the Proton Persona which includes the new "infinite weave," a pattern inspired by batik and Malaysian wood carvings. The naturally aspirated DOHC VVT engine is no longer paired to a CVT made by Punch Powertrain, but a four-speed torque converter automatic gearbox sourced from Hyundai . The Executive variant

126-430: A four-cylinder engine will have four high-pressure pulses for each operating cycle, a six-cylinder engine will emit six high-pressure pulses, and so on. These pulses are separated by a low-pressure between them which functions as a scavenging mechanism for the next exhaust cycle from the cylinder. The exhaust system needs negative pressure waves so they help empty the cylinder of gases. The more distinct separate pulses in

168-653: A high exhaust flow. The objective of a muffled high-performance exhaust system depends on two independent factors: "the pressure wave tuning from length/diameter selection, and minimizing backpressure by selecting mufflers of suitable flow capacity for the application." Some aftermarket mufflers claim to increase engine output and/or reduce fuel consumption by slightly reduced back pressure. This usually entails less noise reduction (i.e., more noise). Greater muffler flow may increase engine power, but excess muffler flow capability provides no additional benefits and can be more expensive as well as being noisier. On May 18, 1905,

210-514: A new suspension setup which strikes a balance between ride comfort and handling performance. The exterior of the Saga FLX is identical to the Saga FL. The Proton Saga FLX SE was launched on 30 November 2011. It is powered by a 108 hp CamPro IAFM+ 1.6 litre engine, paired to a CVT. Driver and passenger airbags as well as ABS with EBD are standard. The FLX SE is equipped with sportier kit and

252-509: A semi leatherette and fabric upholstery combo. DRB-HICOM DRB-HICOM Berhad ( MYX : 1619 ) is one of Malaysia 's leading corporations, involved in the automotive manufacturing, assembly and distribution industry through its involvement in the passenger car and four wheel drive vehicle market segment, the national truck project and the national motorcycle project. DRB-HICOM is the majority shareholder of Malaysia's national car company, Proton , with China's Zhejiang Geely Holding Group

294-467: A significant presence in the defence industry. Through DRB-HICOM Defence Technologies , it designs, develops, manufactures and supplies armoured and logistics vehicles for military and homeland security use. It supplies mainly to the Government of Malaysia. HICOM was incorporated on 11 March 1910 under The Companies Enactment 1897 as The New Serendah Rubber Company Limited . The name of the company

336-535: A unique body kit, mated to the CamPro 1.3 engine found in the other models. In that same month, Proton showcased the emission-free Saga EV Concept at Universiti Putra Malaysia in Serdang . Powered by a 125 kW (168 hp) DC motor mated to a 5-speed manual transmission, it had a maximum range of 109 kilometres (68 miles) and could be charged over a standard household outlet. On 24 December 2009, Proton launched

378-569: Is a device for reducing the noise emitted by the exhaust of an internal combustion engine —especially a noise-deadening device forming part of the exhaust system of an automobile. Mufflers are installed within the exhaust system of most internal combustion engines . Mufflers are engineered as an acoustic device to reduce the loudness of the sound pressure created by the engine by acoustic quieting . Sound reduction techniques used in mufflers include: reactive silencing, resistive silencing, absorptive silencing, and shell damping. The noise of

420-454: Is because the engine exhaust must share the same complex exit pathway built inside the muffler as the sound pressure that the muffler is designed to mitigate. However, having some back pressure helps. Higher backpressure can also help nitrous oxides (NOx) emission reduction in some engines. When engine performance is the main concern, the exhaust pipes and muffler should be large enough to facilitate breathing as well as small enough to create

462-699: Is only available in two colours, white and red. The Saga FLX entered the Australian market in June 2012, where it was renamed the S16 FLX. It replaces the old S16 in Proton Australia's fleet. The S16 FLX comes in two variants, the GX and GXR, each with manual and CVT drivetrain options respectively, with dual airbags, ABS and EBD standard across the range. On 15 June 2013, Proton introduced a new sub-variant of

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504-604: Is positioned as Proton's entry-level sedan, below the larger B-segment Persona . Safety standards have been improved with the introduction of electronic stability control (ESC) and a 20% stronger body structure. ASEAN NCAP has awarded a 4-star safety rating for the new Saga. On 6 August 2019, an updated Proton Saga was launched at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre in Kuala Lumpur. It's considered as minor change internally but as

546-618: The Persona (Wira) there since 1993. In 2001, Proton introduced the Iswara Aeroback Special Edition . It was based on the Saga Iswara hatchback but included large exterior cosmetic changes and minor interior alterations. It was only available in silver, with manual transmission and the 1.3 litre 4G13 engine. The Proton Saga LMST hatchback was launched in 2003. It was based on the same platform found in

588-625: The 2003 Saga LMST instead. Proton introduced the Saga LMST, along with Wira, GEN•2 and Impian (Also known as Waja in Southeast Asian markets) to Pakistan on 15 September 2006. On 4 March 2007, Proton launched the final facelift model of the first generation Proton Saga, the Proton Saga LMST 50th Merdeka Anniversary Edition . It was largely identical to the 2006 Saga LMST, but was sold at a discount price of RM26,999 as opposed to

630-683: The S16 in the Australian market. The S16 was identical to the Saga, but featured the more powerful 110 bhp CamPro 1.6 engine. At the time, it retailed for AUD$ 11,990, making it the cheapest new car in Australia. On 30 November 2010, Proton unveiled the facelifted Proton Saga FL at the Thai International Motor Expo 2010. It received large exterior updates, but the technical specifications and interior remain mostly unchanged from

672-497: The Saga FL, Proton added to its line-up the Saga FLX in which 'X' stands for extra. The FLX is available in two trim lines which can be mated to a choice of either manual or continuously variable transmission (CVT) drivetrains. The fine-tuned CamPro IAFM+ engine is utilized and there are options for dual airbags and anti lock braking (ABS) with electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD). The handling has been vastly improved with

714-657: The Saga FLX, called the Saga SV . SV is an acronym for Super Value , with prices starting from just RM33,438 for the manual transmission variant. Despite the reduction in price, the Saga SV offers improved safety standards with dual airbags and a reinforced frame with only minimal exterior changes when compared to the Saga FLX Standard. The Saga Plus was produced in five colours, namely Tranquility Black, Fire Red, Genetic Silver, Solid White and Elegant Brown. Despite

756-481: The Saga in the United Kingdom. The saloon models were renamed Proton 1.3 and Proton 1.5 , while the hatchback versions featured additional 'Aeroback' badging. Proton advertised their models with the slogan "Japanese Technology, Malaysian Style". Proton later set the record for the 'Fastest selling make of new car ever to enter the United Kingdom', exceeding their 12-month sales target within 6 months. The Saga

798-548: The added cosmetic upgrades, prices for the Saga Plus remained unchanged from the Saga SV, ranging from RM33,242 for the manual with solid paint to RM36,577 for the CVT with metallic paint, all of which were on-the-road prices with insurance. A three-year or 100,000 km warranty was also offered. The third generation Proton Saga , codenamed P2-13A is an A-segment saloon engineered by Malaysian automobile manufacturer Proton. It

840-474: The exhaust system, the more positive the exhaust flow, and the more efficiently the exhaust gas is scavenged from each cylinder. The design of the exhaust systems and mufflers must compromise effective exhaust gas extraction and exhaust gas pressure, engine fuel efficiency and power, as well as noise suppression. A side effect of noise reduction is the restriction of the exhaust gas flow, which creates back pressure , which can decrease engine efficiency . This

882-441: The exterior as well as the interior of the Saga LMST in favour of sportiness over practicality. The glove compartment is of the open-type, offering less storage space and the muffler produced more noise without any real gain in power. As a result, the Saga LMST became less appealing to the general population and sales plummeted significantly. In late 2006, Proton updated the Saga LMST, offering mainly cosmetic exterior changes. It

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924-715: The exterior design was altered slightly with a new grille, trim and rims along with the inclusion of rear seat belts and a third brake light as standard. Proton launched the Saga Megavalve in the United Kingdom in January 1991, where it was renamed Proton 12-Valve . On 15 August 1992, the Proton Saga Iswara (also known as the Proton Mpi or Proton Iswara in the United Kingdom ) was launched. It

966-663: The following year. In 1996, both companies merged to form the biggest conglomerate in Malaysia. DRB-HICOM was listed on the Main Board of the KLSE on 4 September 1992 and assumed its present name on 11 May 2000. Within the manufacturing capabilities of DRB-HICOM is CTRM , a specialist composites products manufacturer, and counts Airbus , Boeing and Learjet as their aviation customers. The plant in Melaka houses 12 autoclaves,

1008-765: The former RM33,240 price. The promotion was made in view of Malaysia's 50th Merdeka celebrations and as a symbol of Proton's gratitude to their customers. That year, the Proton Saga became the second best selling car behind the Perodua MyVi . The second generation Proton Saga , also called the Saga BLM (Base Line Model) launched on 18 January 2008. It was indigenously designed unlike the first generation and launched with 3 variants which were priced between RM31,498 and RM39,998 respectively. All variants were powered by Proton's 1.3 litre CamPro IAFM engine. The new Saga

1050-425: The hot exhaust gas exiting the engine can be abated by a series of passages and chambers lined with roving fiberglass insulation and/or resonating chambers harmonically tuned to cause destructive interference , wherein opposite sound waves cancel each other out. The operation of an internal combustion engine produces distinct pulses of exhaust gas that exit through the exhaust pipes and the muffler. For example,

1092-630: The largest number of autoclaves in a facility in ASEAN . On 8 March 2018, the Group announced a major shift in the direction of their property sector. In a cash plus land swap deal with companies owned by their majority shareholder, DRB-HICOM announced the sale of several plots of land and all its hospitality assets. This shift will see DRB-HICOM exiting the hospitality industry with the sale of Glenmarie Golf & Country Club , Holiday Inn Glenmarie KL and Vivanta by Taj at Rebak Island Marina . This transaction

1134-532: The other shareholder since an equity sale in 2017. The Group also owns national motorcycle company Modenas , with Japanese two-wheeler giant Kawasaki as its partner. DRB-HICOM assembles cars in Malaysia for Tata Motors , Honda , Isuzu , Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen , with plans for expansion. The Group also retails various brands such Audi (via Euromobil Sdn Bhd), Mitsubishi (via EON Auto Mart Sdn Bhd) and Volkswagen (via HICOM Auto Sdn Bhd). Besides automotive concerns, DRB-HICOM's core business focuses are in

1176-573: The pre-facelift Saga. The Saga FL was launched in Malaysia two weeks after it was unveiled in Thailand. It was sold in two trim lines and both were available with 4-speed automatic and 5-speed manual transmissions. Every Proton Saga FL came standard with 4 power windows. Later in May 2011, a more powerful model called the Proton Saga FL 1.6 Executive was launched. Eight months after the launch of

1218-677: The pre-facelift version. On 9 July 2020, the Saga Anniversary Edition was launched to celebrate Proton's 35th year in the automotive industry. It featured optional skirts around the car, darkened alloy wheels and yellow accents in and out. On 18 February 2021, the Saga R3 Limited Edition was launched alongside the Iriz R3 Limited Edition, Persona Black Edition and Exora Black Edition. It is only limited to 2,000 units. The looks are almost

1260-433: The previous models. Nonetheless, it featured a modernized interior and major exterior modifications and improvements. The 1.3-litre Mitsubishi 4G13 carburettor engine was tuned to produce 83 bhp (62 kW). It was only available in two trim lines, limited to the 5-speed manual transmission. The LMST is not equipped with airbags or ABS, and was sold in four colours; red, dark blue, grey and black. Proton redesigned

1302-534: The same with the Anniversary edition with the exception of some R3 body stickers and windshield stickers. On 12 May 2022, Proton launched yet another revision of the updated Proton Saga. This time, it gains a new variant called the Premium S and that gets new kit like a keyless entry and start system, automatic folding mirrors, a black and red theme inside and leatherette-wrapped steering and seats. The latter in

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1344-485: The services (postal, banking, vehicle inspections) and property & infrastructure sectors. These are conducted via several companies such as Pos Malaysia , Bank Muamalat , and Puspakom . It is also the owner of two education institutions, namely DRB-HICOM University of Automotive Malaysia and Akademi Saga in Pekan, Pahang . The latter is a vocational training centre that produces trained mechanics. The Group also has

1386-492: Was a great sales success for Proton, having received over 23,000 bookings in less than two weeks since launch. It also replaced the older Saga Iswara as Malaysia's taxi of choice from 2008 to 2010. The taxi variants were equipped with 1.6 litre 110 bhp CamPro engines and were later converted to natural gas vehicles . The Proton Saga SE was unveiled in July 2009. It was sold as a premium variant with just two colour options and

1428-505: Was aimed squarely at the value end of the market, and not only took sales away from the established Eastern European marques such as Lada and Skoda, but also attracted customers who traditionally bought Japanese, as brands such as Nissan and Toyota had moved up-market to compete with European offerings. In August 1990, the Proton Saga Megavalve was launched in Malaysia. It was fitted with a more powerful 12-valve engine, and

1470-616: Was changed to The New Serendah Rubber Company Berhad on 15 April 1966. Subsequently, on 16 December 1993, it changed its name to HICOM Holdings Berhad pursuant to a restructuring exercise. It was incorporated in 1980 as the Heavy Industries Corporation of Malaysia Berhad (HICOM). Diversified Resources Berhad (DRB) was incorporated in 1990 as Peerless Assets Sdn Bhd. It was changed to DRB in September 1991, and listed itself on Malaysia's main bourse in September

1512-505: Was completed on 31 December 2020. Five months later, on 1 August 2018, DRB-HICOM announced the sale of their waste management company Alam Flora Sdn Bhd (AFSB) to Malakoff Corporation Berhad . Included in the deal valued at RM1.0b was DRB-HICOM Environmental Services Sdn Bhd (DHES), a unit of AFSB. After several extensions of time, the deal was finally completed on 5 December 2019. Muffler A muffler ( North American and Australian English ) or silencer ( British English )

1554-416: Was dropped with the range consisting of Standard MT, Standard AT and Premium AT. The 2019 Saga also saw the air conditioning vents moved down to allow space for 'floating' head units which included a head unit that runs a modified version of Android for the Premium variant. The Saga now starts at a lowered price of RM32,800 for the manual transmission variant and up to RM39,800 which is almost RM2,000 lower than

1596-490: Was launched on 28 September 2016 as the successor to the second generation Proton Saga . The third generation Saga is based on the outgoing Saga FLX platform, and is powered by the Iriz's 1.3-litre VVT engine producing 94 Hp . Proton has completely re-engineered the exterior design of the new Saga. Its interior has been revamped and refined with an emphasis on noise, vibration, and harshness reduction. The third generation Saga

1638-450: 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. The name 'Saga' is an acronym for 'Safety, Achievement, Greatness, and Ability'. In Malay, 'Saga' refers to the hard red seed ( abrus precatorius ) of the Saga tree. The Proton Saga is also a well-known national symbol of Malaysia . The Proton Saga saloon

1680-589: Was launched on 9 July 1985. It is based on the second generation Mitsubishi Lancer Fiore platform, and powered by the 1.3-litre 4G13 Orion II engine. In January 1987, Proton introduced the 1.5-litre 4G15 -powered Saga saloon. The Proton Saga Magma was introduced in mid-1987, offering mild mechanical and cosmetic upgrades. A new hatchback variant called the Proton Saga Aeroback was launched in October 1987. On 16 March 1989, Proton launched

1722-514: Was named after the great Helen butterfly ( Papilio iswara ) of Sarawak . It shared the platform found in the previous iteration, but received major exterior and interior changes. The Saga Iswara was available in four-door saloon and five-door hatchback guises and continued to be equipped with the 12-valve Mitsubishi Orion 1.3L and 1.5L engines. The saloon version of the Saga Iswara became Malaysia's preferred choice of taxi. It continued to be exported to Europe until 1996, having been sold alongside

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1764-556: Was only available in three colours, Black, Sunrise Orange and Silver, and was limited to the 4G13 1.3L engine, mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. Unlike the Black and Sunrise Orange colour, the Silver colour has a non-power steering, 13-inch steel rims and hubcaps, a cassette player instead of the CD player which is found on the Black and Sunrise Orange variants and the exhaust manifold from

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