Verdict
At RM33,591, the Proton Saga P2-13A is RM5,399 cheaper, but its 1.3-litre manual makes 94 hp and 120 Nm against the Proton Saga P2-14A’s 118 hp and 150 Nm from 1.5 litres. The P2-14A also brings a 4-speed automatic, ABS/EBD, stability control, hill start assist and a reverse camera. Its RM38,990 price buys a substantially fuller safety and convenience package, plus LED projector headlamps and 14-inch alloys. Choose the P2-13A only if the lower entry cost, manual gearbox and its front parking sensors matter more than those upgrades.
Pick the Proton Saga P2-13A if RM5,399 saved, a 5-speed manual, front parking sensors and three USB ports suit your priorities.
Pick the Proton Saga P2-14A if you want 118 hp, 150 Nm, a 4-speed automatic and the added ABS/EBD, stability control and reverse camera.
Key differences
- Price: Proton Saga P2-13A RM33,591; Proton Saga P2-14A RM38,990.
- Engine output: P2-13A 94 hp and 120 Nm from 1,332 cc; P2-14A 118 hp and 150 Nm from 1,499 cc.
- Transmission: P2-13A Getrag 5-speed manual; P2-14A Aisin 4-speed automatic.
- Safety assistance: P2-13A has no ABS/EBD, stability control or hill start assist; P2-14A has all three.
- Wheels: P2-13A 13-inch steel wheels with 175/70R13 tyres; P2-14A 14-inch alloy wheels with 175/65R14 tyres.
- Lighting: P2-13A halogen reflector headlamps and bulb taillamps; P2-14A LED projector headlamps and full LED taillamps.
P2-13A
- RM5,399 lower purchase price
- 5-speed manual transmission
- Two front parking sensors and three USB ports
- 94 hp and 120 Nm, versus 118 hp and 150 Nm
- No ABS/EBD, stability control or hill start assist
- No reverse camera, auto headlamps or steering audio controls
P2-14A MC3
- 118 hp and 150 Nm 1.5-litre engine
- 4-speed automatic with electric power steering
- ABS/EBD, stability control, hill start assist and reverse camera
- RM5,399 higher purchase price
- RM90 annual road tax versus RM70
- No front parking sensors and only one front USB port
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM33,591✓ | RM38,990 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | A-Segment | A-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM70✓ | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Atkinson Cycle |
| Capacity | 1,332 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 94 hp | 118 hp✓ |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 150 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 76 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5MT | 4-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 5 | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Getrag | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 12.2 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 5.4 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,331 mm | 4,390 mm |
| Width | 1,689 mm | 1,690 mm |
| Height | 1,491 mm | 1,525 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,465 mm | 2,465 mm |
| Weight | 1,035 kg | 1,055 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 420 litres | 420 litres |
| Front Tyre | 175/70R13 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/70R13 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Silverstone Synergy M3 | Atlas AS380 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 13" Steel | 14" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 13" Steel | 14" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 4 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | 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 Seat Only | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Full LED |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Foldable Backrest | Foldable Backrest |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, with 3 USB Ports | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | Single-DIN Radio CD player with Bluetooth and 2 Speakers | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Two Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows | Four Windows |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote control activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| 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 |
| 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.
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P2-13A vs P2-14A MC3 FAQ
Is the Proton Saga P2-13A or Proton Saga P2-14A better?
The Proton Saga P2-14A is the better-equipped choice, with 118 hp, an automatic, ABS/EBD, stability control, hill start assist and a reverse camera. The P2-13A makes sense for buyers who specifically want a manual and the lower RM33,591 price.
What is the price difference?
The Proton Saga P2-14A costs RM5,399 more: RM38,990 versus RM33,591 for the Proton Saga P2-13A. Its annual road tax is also RM20 higher, at RM90 rather than RM70.
Which one has the better safety equipment?
The Proton Saga P2-14A has the stronger equipment list: ABS/EBD, stability control, hill start assist, a reverse camera and front-seat belt reminders. The P2-13A has driver-only seatbelt reminder and lacks those three active safety systems.