Under the bonnet, both are powered by Proton's 1.5-litre 12-valve four-cylinder petrol powerplant offering 86bhp and 91lb-ft of torque. Unladen, this translates to a 0-60mph time of 14.6 seconds ...

The front-drive Jumbuck is powered by a 1.5-litre, four-cylinder engine with 64kW of power and 124Nm of torque. Proton says average fuel economy is 7.1 litres/100km.

The GL has speakers and wiring for a stereo but the actual unit will cost £99 extra. Among the options are load liners at £125, roof bar sets at £84.95 and a Truckman top at £995 (all prices ...