Verdict
At RM38,990, the Proton Saga is RM28,810 cheaper than the RM67,800 Wuling Bingo, yet it brings 118 hp, five seats and a 420-litre boot. The Bingo counters with a 31.9-kWh battery, 273 km EV range, 7 kW AC and 50 kW DC charging, plus six airbags to the Saga’s two. Its 2,560-mm wheelbase is 95 mm longer despite a 440-mm shorter body, but it seats only four and has a 395-litre boot. Pick based on charging access and safety kit, not outright performance: both make 150 Nm, but the Saga has 51 hp more.
Pick the Proton Saga if you want the lower RM38,990 entry price, five seats, a 420-litre boot and 118 hp petrol performance.
Pick the Wuling Bingo if you can use its 273 km electric range and want six airbags, 50 kW DC charging and a longer 2,560-mm wheelbase.
Key differences
- Price: Proton Saga RM38,990; Wuling Bingo RM67,800.
- Power: Proton Saga 118 hp; Wuling Bingo 67 hp motor.
- Seating and boot: Proton Saga 5 seats and 420 litres; Wuling Bingo 4 seats and 395 litres.
- Safety: Proton Saga 2 airbags; Wuling Bingo 6 airbags.
- Wheelbase: Proton Saga 2,465 mm; Wuling Bingo 2,560 mm.
- Energy and range: Proton Saga 40-litre petrol tank; Wuling Bingo 31.9-kWh battery and 273 km EV range.
Saga
- RM28,810 lower purchase price.
- 118 hp and 150 Nm from a 1.5-litre petrol engine.
- Five seats and a 420-litre boot.
- Two airbags versus the Bingo’s six.
- No electric driving range or 7 kW AC/50 kW DC charging.
- 95 mm shorter wheelbase than the Bingo.
Bingo
- 31.9-kWh battery with 273 km EV range.
- Six airbags, including front side and front/rear curtain airbags.
- 7 kW AC and 50 kW DC charging.
- RM28,810 more expensive than the Saga.
- Four seats versus the Saga’s five.
- 67 hp motor and 395-litre boot versus 118 hp and 420 litres.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM38,990✓ | RM67,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Segment | A-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM20✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Atkinson Cycle | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 118 hp | — |
| Torque | 150 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 67 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 150 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 31.9 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 273 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 50 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,390 mm | 3,950 mm |
| Width | 1,690 mm | 1,708 mm |
| Height | 1,525 mm | 1,580 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,465 mm | 2,560 mm |
| Weight | 1,055 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 420 litres✓ | 395 litres |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R14 | 185/60R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R14 | 185/60R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Atlas AS380 | Linglong Green-Max HP |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 14" Alloy | 15" Steel Wheels with Hubcaps |
| Rear Wheels | 14" Alloy | 15" Steel Wheels with Hubcaps |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtains |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Foldable Backrest | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 1 Rear | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Two Speakers | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto-down Function |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/120,000 km Battery Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Drive Motor 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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Saga vs Bingo FAQ
Is the Proton Saga or Wuling Bingo better?
The Saga is the better fit for five occupants, a larger 420-litre boot and 118 hp at a far lower entry price. The Bingo is better if electric driving, six airbags, a 273 km range and DC charging matter more than seating capacity and purchase cost.
What is the price difference?
The Wuling Bingo costs RM28,810 more than the Proton Saga.
How far can the Wuling Bingo travel and how does it charge?
The Wuling Bingo has a 31.9-kWh battery and a claimed 273 km EV range. It supports AC charging at up to 7 kW and DC charging at up to 50 kW. The Proton Saga is petrol-powered with a 40-litre tank.