Verdict
The RM46,500 Myvi costs RM7,510 more than the RM38,990 Saga, but it brings four airbags to the Proton’s two, a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating and 4.5 L/100 km rated economy. Its D-CVT and 985 kg kerb weight suit urban driving, while the 60:40 rear seat and hatchback add flexibility. The Saga hits back with a 118 hp, 150 Nm 1.5 litre engine, against 94 hp and 121 Nm, plus a much larger 420-litre boot. Pick the Proton for budget, performance and luggage; pay extra for the Myvi’s safety count and efficiency.
Pick the Perodua Myvi if four airbags, 4.5 L/100 km rated economy and a 60:40 split-folding hatchback matter more than outright power and boot volume.
Pick the Proton Saga if you want to spend RM7,510 less for 118 hp, 150 Nm and a 420-litre sedan boot.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Myvi RM46,500; Proton Saga RM38,990.
- Output: Perodua Myvi 94 hp and 121 Nm; Proton Saga 118 hp and 150 Nm.
- Boot space: Perodua Myvi 277 litres; Proton Saga 420 litres.
- Safety: Perodua Myvi has 4 airbags and a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating; Proton Saga has 2 airbags and no ASEAN NCAP rating stated.
- Economy: Perodua Myvi is rated at 4.5 L/100 km; Proton Saga has no rated economy figure stated.
- Length: Perodua Myvi 3,895 mm; Proton Saga 4,390 mm.
Myvi
- Four airbags and 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating.
- 4.5 L/100 km rated economy with D-CVT.
- 60:40 split-folding rear seat and full-size spare tyre.
- Costs RM7,510 more.
- 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
- 118 hp and 150 Nm from the 1.5 litre engine.
- 420-litre boot.
- Reverse camera, hill start assist and auto headlamps.
- Only two airbags versus the Myvi’s four.
- No ASEAN NCAP rating stated, while the Myvi is rated five stars.
- No rated fuel-consumption figure stated; the Myvi is rated at 4.5 L/100 km.
| 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 at 6,000 rpm | 118 hp at 6,100 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 121 Nm at 4,000 rpm | 150 Nm at 4,400 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 72.5 mm × 80.6 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 | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) | 2 (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.
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Myvi vs Saga FAQ
Is the Perodua Myvi or Proton Saga better?
The Myvi is the better choice for safety equipment and stated fuel economy, with four airbags, a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating and 4.5 L/100 km. The Saga is better for power, luggage capacity and lower entry cost.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Myvi costs RM7,510 more than the Proton Saga.
Which car has the bigger boot?
The Proton Saga has the bigger boot at 420 litres, compared with 277 litres in the Perodua Myvi. The Myvi counters with a 60:40 split-folding rear seat, while the Saga is listed with a foldable backrest.
