Verdict
The Proton eMas 5 is the more modern daily driver: its 77 hp, 130 Nm rear motor, 30.12 kWh battery and 225 km range suit fixed urban routines, while six airbags, blind-spot information and rear air-con vents give it a clear equipment edge. Its RM30 annual road tax also undercuts the Saga’s RM90. The Proton Saga answers with a larger 420-litre boot, 45 litres more than the hatchback, and a 1.5-litre 118 hp petrol engine for buyers who cannot rely on charging. The eMas 5’s longer 2,650 mm wheelbase is useful, but its 375-litre boot is not.
Pick the Proton eMas 5 if you can charge regularly and want 225 km EV range, six airbags and a 14.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Pick the Proton Saga if you need the 420-litre sedan boot and the flexibility of a 40-litre petrol tank rather than an EV charging routine.
Key differences
- Price: Proton eMas 5 RM59,800; Proton Saga RM38,990.
- Powertrain: eMas 5 has a 77 hp/130 Nm electric motor; Saga has a 118 hp/150 Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine.
- Energy storage: eMas 5 has a 30.12 kWh battery and 225 km range; Saga has a 40-litre fuel tank.
- Boot space: eMas 5 375 litres; Saga 420 litres.
- Safety: eMas 5 has six airbags; Saga has two airbags.
- Wheelbase: eMas 5 2,650 mm; Saga 2,465 mm.
eMas 5
- 225 km EV range from a 30.12 kWh battery
- Six airbags and blind-spot information system
- 14.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- RM20,810 more expensive
- 375-litre boot is 45 litres smaller
- Heavier at 1,230 kg versus 1,055 kg
Saga
- 420-litre boot
- 118 hp and 150 Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine
- LED projector headlamps and auto headlamps
- Only two airbags versus six
- No blind-spot information system or lane-keeping warning
- No rear air-con vents
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM59,800 | RM38,990✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | A-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM30✓ | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Atkinson Cycle |
| Capacity | — | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 118 hp at 6,100 rpm |
| Torque | — | 150 Nm at 4,400 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 77 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 130 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 30.12 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 225 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 53 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 4-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | 125 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,135 mm | 4,390 mm |
| Width | 1,805 mm | 1,690 mm |
| Height | 1,580 mm | 1,525 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | 2,465 mm |
| Weight | 1,230 kg | 1,055 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 375 litres | 420 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/65R15 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/65R15 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Linglong Comfort Master | Atlas AS380 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Steel | 14" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Steel | 14" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 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 |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Foldable Backrest |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Two Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-Year/160,000 km BEV and Components Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
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 eMas 5 & Saga for sale
eMas 5 vs Saga FAQ
Is the Proton eMas 5 or Proton Saga better?
The eMas 5 is better for a charge-at-home urban buyer, with 225 km range, six airbags and more cabin technology. The Saga is better if a 420-litre boot and petrol refuelling flexibility matter more than EV running costs and equipment.
What is the price difference?
The Proton eMas 5 costs RM20,810 more than the Proton Saga: RM59,800 against RM38,990.
Which has the larger boot, Proton eMas 5 or Proton Saga?
The Proton Saga has the larger boot at 420 litres. The Proton eMas 5 provides 375 litres, a 45-litre deficit, though it has a 60:40 split-folding rear seat.
