Verdict
The Perodua Myvi is the more efficient and safety-led pick on these figures, returning a rated 4.5 L/100 km, weighing 985 kg and carrying four airbags plus a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating. Its 94 hp and 121 Nm are modest beside the Proton Saga’s 118 hp and 150 Nm, however. The Saga also gives a Malaysian family a much more useful 420-litre boot against 277 litres. Choose the Myvi for lower running figures and hatchback practicality; choose the Saga if power and luggage room matter more.
Pick the Perodua Myvi if you want 4.5 L/100 km rated economy, four airbags and a compact 3,895 mm hatchback body.
Pick the Proton Saga if you need 118 hp, 150 Nm and a 420-litre sedan boot for less money.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Myvi RM46,500; Proton Saga RM38,990.
- Engine output: Perodua Myvi 94 hp and 121 Nm; Proton Saga 118 hp and 150 Nm.
- Rated fuel economy: Perodua Myvi 4.5 L/100 km; Proton Saga not stated.
- Boot space: Perodua Myvi 277 litres; Proton Saga 420 litres.
- Length: Perodua Myvi 3,895 mm; Proton Saga 4,390 mm.
- Safety: Perodua Myvi four airbags and five-star ASEAN NCAP; Proton Saga two airbags and no ASEAN NCAP rating stated.
Myvi
- Rated at 4.5 L/100 km.
- Four airbags and five-star ASEAN NCAP rating.
- Full-size spare tyre and 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
- RM7,510 dearer than the Proton Saga.
- 94 hp and 121 Nm trail the Saga’s 118 hp and 150 Nm.
- 277-litre boot is 143 litres smaller than the Saga’s.
Saga
- RM7,510 lower purchase price.
- 118 hp and 150 Nm from its 1.5-litre engine.
- 420-litre boot, reverse camera and hill start assist.
- Two airbags versus the Myvi’s four.
- No ASEAN NCAP rating stated, while the Myvi has five stars.
- RM90 annual road tax versus RM70 for the Myvi.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM46,500 | RM38,990✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | A-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Atkinson Cycle |
| Capacity | 1,329 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 94 hp | 118 hp✓ |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 150 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 72.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | D-CVT | 4-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11.5 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 4.5 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,895 mm | 4,390 mm |
| Width | 1,735 mm | 1,690 mm |
| Height | 1,515 mm | 1,525 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,500 mm | 2,465 mm |
| Weight | 985 kg | 1,055 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 277 litres | 420 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 | Atlas AS380 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 14" 7-spoke Alloy | 14" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 14" 7-spoke Alloy | 14" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Fixed Headrests | Foldable Backrest |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls and Memory | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | Radio/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Two Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Acoustic Glass Windscreen, Anti-snatch Handbag Hook | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Myvi & Saga for sale
Myvi vs Saga FAQ
Is the Perodua Myvi or Proton Saga better?
The Myvi is better for rated fuel economy, safety specification and a shorter hatchback footprint. The Saga is better for power and cargo capacity, with 118 hp and a 420-litre boot against the Myvi’s 94 hp and 277 litres.
What is the price difference?
The Proton Saga costs RM38,990 and the Perodua Myvi costs RM46,500, so the Saga is RM7,510 cheaper.
Which has the bigger boot, the Perodua Myvi or Proton Saga?
The Proton Saga has the larger boot at 420 litres. The Perodua Myvi has 277 litres, but its rear seats split 60:40, whereas the Saga is listed with a foldable backrest.
