Verdict
The Perodua Bezza is the cheaper-to-run practical choice: RM34,580 undercuts the RM38,990 Proton Saga by RM4,410, its road tax is RM20 rather than RM90, and its 508-litre boot beats the Saga’s 420 litres. The Saga answers with a far stronger 118 hp and 150 Nm 1.5-litre four-cylinder, against 67 hp and 91 Nm from the Bezza’s 1.0-litre triple, plus a four-speed automatic, stability control and reverse camera. Pick the Bezza for luggage capacity and low costs; take the Saga if automatic driving and performance matter more.
Pick the Perodua Bezza if you want the RM4,410 lower entry price, 508-litre boot and 4.4 L/100 km rated consumption, and are happy to shift a five-speed manual.
Pick the Proton Saga if you need a four-speed automatic, 118 hp, 150 Nm, stability control and a reverse camera.
Key differences
- Price: Perodua Bezza RM34,580; Proton Saga RM38,990.
- Engine output: Perodua Bezza 67 hp and 91 Nm; Proton Saga 118 hp and 150 Nm.
- Transmission: Perodua Bezza five-speed manual; Proton Saga four-speed conventional automatic.
- Boot space: Perodua Bezza 508 litres; Proton Saga 420 litres.
- Road tax: Perodua Bezza RM20 per year; Proton Saga RM90 per year.
- Safety/convenience: Perodua Bezza has no stability control or reverse camera; Proton Saga has stability control and a reverse camera.
Bezza
- RM4,410 cheaper to buy
- 508-litre boot
- 4.4 L/100 km rated economy and RM20 annual road tax
- Five-speed manual instead of the Saga’s four-speed automatic
- 67 hp and 91 Nm versus 118 hp and 150 Nm
- No stability control, hill start assist or reverse camera
Saga
- 118 hp and 150 Nm 1.5-litre four-cylinder
- Four-speed automatic with hill start assist
- Stability control, reverse camera and keyless push-button start
- RM4,410 higher purchase price
- 420-litre boot is 88 litres smaller
- RM90 annual road tax versus RM20
What the Saga has over the Bezza
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Saga is 70 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the Bezza: 508 litres against 420.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM34,580✓ | RM38,990 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | A-Segment | A-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM20✓ | RM90 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM355/mo✓ | RM400/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM1,147✓ | RM1,293 |
| Fuel / year (est.) | RM1,751 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM8.76 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM14,590 | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Atkinson Cycle |
| Capacity | 998 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 67 hp at 6,000 rpm | 118 hp at 6,100 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 91 Nm at 4,400 rpm | 150 Nm at 4,400 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 3 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 71 mm × 84 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5MT | 4-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 5 | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Akashi Kikai | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 4.4 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,170 mm | 4,390 mm |
| Width | 1,620 mm | 1,690 mm |
| Height | 1,525 mm | 1,525 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,455 mm | 2,465 mm |
| Weight | 865 kg | 1,055 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 508 litres✓ | 420 litres |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R14 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 14" | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 | Atlas AS380 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 21 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 14 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 14" Alloy | 14" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 14" Alloy | 14" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 4 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Driver Only | 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 | Foldable Backrest |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with USB and Bluetooth, 2 Speakers | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Two Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down | Four Windows |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Operation | 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 | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | USB Charger | — |
| 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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Is the Perodua Bezza or Proton Saga better?
The Bezza is better for lower purchase cost, RM20 road tax, rated 4.4 L/100 km consumption and its 508-litre boot. The Saga is better for automatic driving, with 118 hp, 150 Nm, stability control and a reverse camera.
What is the price difference?
The Proton Saga costs RM4,410 more than the Perodua Bezza: RM38,990 versus RM34,580.
Which car has the bigger boot?
The Perodua Bezza has the bigger boot at 508 litres, compared with 420 litres in the Proton Saga. That is an 88-litre advantage for the Bezza.