Perodua Bezza vs Proton Saga
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the Perodua Bezza offers a more affordable entry point at RM 34,580, coupled with impressive fuel efficiency of 4.4 L/100km, making it an economical choice for daily commuting. In contrast, the Proton Saga, priced at RM 38,990, delivers significantly more power with 118 hp and 150 Nm of torque, ideal for those prioritising performance.
Pick the Bezza if you want a budget-friendly, fuel-efficient sedan.
Pick the Saga if you prefer a more powerful engine and a larger vehicle overall.
Key differences
- Price: RM 34,580 (Bezza) vs RM 38,990 (Saga)
- Power: 67 hp (Bezza) vs 118 hp (Saga)
- Torque: 91 Nm (Bezza) vs 150 Nm (Saga)
- Length: 4,150 mm (Bezza) vs 4,390 mm (Saga)
- Boot space: 508 L (Bezza) vs 420 L (Saga)
- Fuel economy: 4.4 L/100km (Bezza) vs — (Saga)
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 34,580✓ | RM 38,990 |
| Body type | Sedan | 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 | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Efficiency | ||
| Fuel economy | 4.4 L/100km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,150 mm | 4,390 mm |
| Width | 1,620 mm | 1,690 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm | 1,525 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,455 mm | 2,465 mm |
| Boot space | 508 L✓ | 420 L |
| Fuel tank | 36 L | 40 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 | 2 |
| ASEAN NCAP | 4★ | — |
| 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.
Bezza
- Lower price point
- Excellent fuel economy
- Spacious boot space
- Less powerful engine
- Basic features compared to rivals
Saga
- More powerful engine
- Larger dimensions for comfort
- Established reputation
- Higher price point
- Less boot space than Bezza
Bezza vs Saga FAQ
Is the Bezza or Saga better?
It depends on your priorities; the Bezza is better for budget-conscious buyers, while the Saga offers more power and features.
What is the price difference?
The Bezza is priced at RM 34,580, while the Saga costs RM 38,990, making the Saga RM 4,410 more expensive.
Which car has better fuel efficiency?
The Bezza boasts a fuel economy of 4.4 L/100km, which is significantly better than the Saga's unspecified fuel efficiency.