Verdict
The Proton eMas 7 costs RM64,810 more, but it is a much larger five-seat C-segment SUV with a 215 hp/320 Nm front motor, 49.52 kWh battery and 345 km claimed range. Its 461-litre boot is only 41 litres ahead of the Saga’s, yet the EV is 225 mm longer and rides on a 285 mm longer wheelbase. The Proton Saga is the simpler Malaysian-assembled A-segment sedan: 118 hp from a 1.5-litre petrol engine, a four-speed automatic and a 40-litre tank. For low upfront cost, it is the rational choice; for EV performance, safety kit and family-space advantages, take the eMas 7.
Pick the Proton eMas 7 if you want 345 km EV range, 320 Nm, six airbags and a larger SUV body.
Pick the Proton Saga if the much lower purchase price, 1.5-litre petrol power and Malaysian CKD assembly matter more than EV equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Proton eMas 7 RM103,800; Proton Saga RM38,990.
- Powertrain: Proton eMas 7 has a 215 hp/320 Nm electric motor; Proton Saga has a 118 hp/150 Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine.
- Energy storage: Proton eMas 7 has a 49.52 kWh battery and 345 km range; Proton Saga has a 40-litre fuel tank.
- Size: Proton eMas 7 is 4,615 mm long with a 2,750 mm wheelbase; Proton Saga is 4,390 mm long with a 2,465 mm wheelbase.
- Safety: Proton eMas 7 has six airbags and autonomous braking; Proton Saga has two airbags and no autonomous braking.
- Wheels: Proton eMas 7 uses 18-inch alloys with 225/55R18 tyres; Proton Saga uses 14-inch alloys with 175/65R14 tyres.
eMas 7
- 215 hp and 320 Nm, with a 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 345 km EV range, 11 kW AC and 80 kW DC charging.
- Six airbags, 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist.
- RM64,810 pricier than the Proton Saga.
- At 1,662 kg, it is 607 kg heavier than the Proton Saga.
- CBU from China, while the Proton Saga is CKD in Malaysia.
Saga
- RM38,990 entry price and RM90 annual road tax.
- 1.5-litre 118 hp petrol engine with a 40-litre tank.
- Lighter 1,055 kg kerb weight and a space-saver spare tyre.
- Only two airbags, versus six in the Proton eMas 7.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot system, lane-keeping assist or adaptive cruise control.
- 420-litre boot is 41 litres smaller, and its rear backrest is not a 60:40 split-folding design.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM103,800 | RM38,990✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | A-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200 | 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 |
| Torque | — | 150 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 320 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 49.52 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 345 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 4-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,615 mm | 4,390 mm |
| Width | 1,901 mm | 1,690 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,525 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,465 mm |
| Weight | 1,662 kg | 1,055 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 461 litres✓ | 420 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Giti Comfort SUV 520 | Atlas AS380 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 14" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 14" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Foldable Backrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control, with Air Purifier System | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | 15.4" Touchscreen with Flyme Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Two Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch and Voice Control | Four Windows |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| 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.
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eMas 7 vs Saga FAQ
Is the Proton eMas 7 or Proton Saga better?
The eMas 7 is better for EV driving, power, active safety and passenger space, with 215 hp, 345 km range and six airbags. The Saga is better if affordability is the priority, costing RM64,810 less.
What is the price difference?
The Proton eMas 7 costs RM103,800 and the Proton Saga costs RM38,990, a difference of RM64,810.
Which one has stronger safety equipment?
The Proton eMas 7 has six airbags, autonomous braking, blind-spot information, collision warning and lane-keeping assist. The Proton Saga has two airbags, ABS/EBD and stability control, but lacks those driver-assistance systems.