Verdict
The Proton Saga P2-14A is the more complete daily driver. Its 1.5-litre engine produces 118 hp and 150 Nm against the P2-13A Facelift’s 94 hp and 120 Nm, while the four-speed automatic, stability control, hill-start assist and reversing camera take much of the strain out of town use. The RM6,590 gap also brings LED projector headlamps and keyless push-button start. But the P2-13A Facelift keeps the same 420-litre boot, 2,465 mm wheelbase and 40-litre tank, so a buyer happy to shift gears manually is not giving up the fundamentals.
Pick the Proton Saga P2-13A Facelift if you want the lower entry price, a five-speed manual and 185/60R14 tyres.
Pick the Proton Saga P2-14A if you want 118 hp, a four-speed automatic and the added safety and convenience kit for daily Malaysian traffic.
Key differences
- Price: Proton Saga P2-13A Facelift RM32,400; Proton Saga P2-14A RM38,990.
- Engine output: P2-13A Facelift 1,332 cc, 94 hp and 120 Nm; P2-14A 1,499 cc, 118 hp and 150 Nm.
- Transmission: P2-13A Facelift five-speed Getrag manual; P2-14A four-speed Aisin automatic.
- Safety: P2-13A Facelift has no stability control or hill-start assist; P2-14A has both.
- Lighting: P2-13A Facelift uses halogen reflector headlamps and bulb tail lamps; P2-14A gets LED projector headlamps and full LED tail lamps.
- Tyres and wheels: P2-13A Facelift has 185/60R14 tyres on 14-inch steel wheels; P2-14A has 175/65R14 tyres on 14-inch alloy wheels.
P2-13A Facelift
- Lower RM32,400 entry price.
- Five-speed manual transmission.
- 185/60R14 tyres and rear fog lamp.
- 24 hp and 30 Nm down on the P2-14A.
- No stability control or hill-start assist.
- No reversing camera, keyless push-button start or steering-wheel audio controls.
P2-14A MC3
- 118 hp and 150 Nm 1.5-litre engine.
- Four-speed automatic with electric power steering.
- Stability control, hill-start assist and reversing camera.
- Costs RM6,590 more than the P2-13A Facelift.
- RM90 annual road tax versus RM70.
- Narrower 175/65R14 tyres than the P2-13A Facelift’s 185/60R14 set.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM32,400✓ | RM38,990 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | A-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 | 1,332 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 94 hp | 118 hp✓ |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 150 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 76 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5-speed Manual | 4-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 5 | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Getrag | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,331 mm | 4,390 mm |
| Width | 1,689 mm | 1,690 mm |
| Height | 1,491 mm | 1,525 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,465 mm | 2,465 mm |
| Weight | 1,075 kg | 1,055 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 420 litres | 420 litres |
| Front Tyre | 185/60R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/60R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Silverstone Kruizer1 NS800 | Atlas AS380 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 14" Steel | 14" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 14" Steel | 14" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 4 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | 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 on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Driver Seat Only | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Full LED |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Foldable Backrest | Foldable Backrest |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Room Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with 2 Speakers | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Two Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows | Four Windows |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| 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 | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| 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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P2-13A Facelift vs P2-14A MC3 FAQ
Is the Proton Saga P2-13A Facelift or Proton Saga P2-14A better?
The Proton Saga P2-14A is better equipped and more powerful, with 118 hp, an automatic gearbox, stability control, hill-start assist and a reversing camera. Choose the P2-13A Facelift only if its lower cost and five-speed manual are the priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Proton Saga P2-14A costs RM6,590 more: RM38,990 against RM32,400 for the Proton Saga P2-13A Facelift.
Which Proton Saga has the larger boot?
Neither. Both the Proton Saga P2-13A Facelift and Proton Saga P2-14A have a 420-litre boot, five seats and a 40-litre fuel tank.
