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Review: Proton CF Waja (2001-05)

2 stars

  • Competent dynamics
  • Well-weighted steering
  • For manual transmission, positive shift action and light clutch pedal
  • Suspension lacks compliance
  • Underwhelming 1.6-litre petrol engine which requires premium unleaded petrol
  • Space-saver spare wheel

Overview

Released in November 2001, the Proton CF Waja was a small, front-wheel drive sedan. Manufactured in Malaysia, the Waja was powered by a 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol engine that was mated to either a four-speed automatic or five-speed manual transmission.

The Waja was 4465 mm long, 1740 mm wide, 1420 mm tall and had a 2600 mm long wheelbase. Furthermore, the Waja had MacPherson strut front suspension and independent, multi-link rear suspension.

Proton CF Waja specifications
Variants Engine Trans. Peak power Peak torque
1.6,
1.6 X
1.6-litre petrol I4 4sp auto,
5sp man.
76 kW at 6000 rpm 140 Nm at 2750 rpm

Safety equipment

Standard safety equipment for the Proton Waja included dual front airbags, front side airbags, ABS, traction control and front seatbelt pretensioners.

Features

Standard features for the Proton Waja included 15-inch alloy wheels with 195/55 R15 tyres, a six speaker sound system with a CD player, air conditioning, multi-function steering wheel, front fog lights, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift, remote central locking, power mirrors and front windows, a tilt adjustable steering wheel, an alarm and immobiliser.

The Waja 1.6 X was further equipped with climate control air conditioning, leather seats, retracting and heated mirrors and woodgrain interior trim.

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