Perodua Axia vs Proton Saga
Verdict
When comparing the Perodua Axia and Proton Saga, the Axia stands out as Malaysia's most affordable new car at RM 38,600, offering excellent fuel economy of 25.3 km/l. However, the Saga provides a more powerful 1,499 cc engine with 118 hp and 150 Nm of torque, making it a better choice for those prioritising performance. For buyers seeking practicality, the Saga's larger boot space of 420 L is a significant advantage over the Axia's 265 L.
Pick the Perodua Axia if you want the most affordable and economical option.
Pick the Proton Saga if you prefer a more powerful engine and greater boot space.
Key differences
- Price: RM 38,600 (Axia) vs RM 38,990 (Saga)
- Engine: 998 cc (Axia) vs 1,499 cc (Saga)
- Power: 67 hp (Axia) vs 118 hp (Saga)
- Torque: 91 Nm (Axia) vs 150 Nm (Saga)
- Boot space: 265 L (Axia) vs 420 L (Saga)
- Fuel economy: 25.3 km/l (Axia) vs — (Saga)
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 38,600✓ | RM 38,990 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Segment | A-Segment | A-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 998 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Power | 67 hp | 118 hp✓ |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 150 Nm✓ |
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Efficiency | ||
| Fuel economy | 25.3 L/100km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,760 mm | 4,390 mm |
| Width | 1,655 mm | 1,690 mm |
| Height | 1,505 mm | 1,525 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,525 mm | 2,465 mm |
| Boot space | 265 L | 420 L✓ |
| Fuel tank | 36 L | 40 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 | 2 |
| Auto emergency braking | — | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Road tax / year | RM 20✓ | RM 90 |
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.
Axia
- Most affordable new car in Malaysia
- Excellent fuel economy
- Compact size for city driving
- Less powerful engine
- Smaller boot space
- Limited features compared to rivals
Saga
- More powerful engine for better performance
- Larger boot space for practicality
- Well-received with nearly 100,000 bookings
- Higher price compared to Axia
- Less fuel-efficient
- Slightly larger size may affect city manoeuvrability
Axia vs Saga FAQ
Is the Perodua Axia or Proton Saga better?
It depends on your priorities; choose the Axia for affordability and fuel efficiency, while the Saga is better for performance and space.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua Axia is priced at RM 38,600, while the Proton Saga costs RM 38,990, making the Saga RM 390 more expensive.
Which car has better fuel economy?
The Perodua Axia offers superior fuel economy at 25.3 km/l, while the Proton Saga's fuel economy figures are not specified.