The second round of the 2019 Proton 1 Tank Challenge went all the way to Sabah where participants successfully covered 525km without having to stop for refueling. The distance might be slightly above average, but the drivers travelled on some very challenging roads from Kota Kinabalu all the way up to Kudat, Kundasang and back to the lovely city of KK.
With stunning landscapes and some of the best scenic drives Malaysia has to offer, the Proton 1 Tank Adventure made their way to the most Northern tip of Borneo on board the latest 2019 Proton Iriz, Persona, and Saga. This time around, the cars surpassed last year’s driving distance by over 100km thanks to cars’ amazing fuel economy and dynamic handling.
Scrutineered by the folks from Malaysia Speed Festival (MSF), the Proton Iriz top the list when its comes to outright fuel efficiency supremacy with an impressive 6.06-litre/100km followed by the Proton Saga at 5.81-litre/100km and Persona at 5.85-litre/100km.
Dr Li Chunrong, CEO of Proton, commented “The Sabah leg of this year’s 1 Tank Adventure was very challenging, but we were confident of everyone completing the course safely. The participants also had an opportunity to test their cars in driving conditions that would allow them to experience the safety equipment and dynamic abilities of their cars, which proved that our cars offer the best value and driving experience among all vehicles in their class.”
As for celebrity radio DJ from Kupi FM, Queennera Francine Francis Kitingan, “Having tested the new Proton Iriz over the last two days, I think I may have a new favourite Proton model. I really like the way it looks and drives because it feels secure yet fun. I also love the intelligent infotainment system as there are so many songs for me to choose from while the fuel economy is truly surprising. I would not hesitate to recommend this car to anyone as I think it’s very impressive.”
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