Not long to go now before the launch of the new Proton Saga, with bookings now open and estimated pricing revealed to be between RM40,000 and RM50,000. Consequently, dealers are now issuing flyers for the redesigned sedan, giving us a look at the base Standard variant’s equipment for the first time.
As it happens, RM40,000 does appear to buy you a fair lot. Even the base model gets LED projector headlights, full-LED taillights and a seven-inch digital instrument display. As expected, however, the Standard misses out on the headlining nine-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, although the head unit still features Bluetooth functionality.
Mind you, there are plenty of items still reserved for the Executive, aside from the aforementioned screen. Things like front parking sensors, keyless entry, push-button start, rear USB charge ports and even rear speakers – the Standard continues to make do with just two speakers up front. Notably, the L-shaped LED daytime running lights that link up with the Ethereal Bow grille bar is another Executive exclusive.
Of course, for the full experience, the Premium is the one to get. Not only is it the nicest to look at both outside (snazzy 15-inch two-tone alloy wheels) and inside (faux leather upholstery), but you also receive new features like a full-seat driver’s height adjuster ratchet (the others only lift the seat base with a less ergonomic knob), six airbags (two for the others) and driver assists such as autonomous emergency braking.
All variants are powered by the same new 120 PS/150 Nm 1.5 litre BHE15-CFN i-GT naturally-aspirated four-cylinder engine, mated to either an Aisin four-speed automatic gearbox (Standard and Executive) or a returning Punch CVT (Premium). Fuel consumption is rated at 5.1 litres per 100 km for the auto and 4.9 litres per 100 km with the stepless transmission.
The variant breakdown is as follows:
2026 Proton Saga 1.5 Standard
Gets as standard:
Mechanicals
- 1.5 litre DOHC i-GT PFI engine
- 1,499 cc naturally-aspirated dual-VVT four-cylinder petrol
- 120 PS at 6,100 rpm, 150 Nm of torque at 4,000-5,000 rpm
- Aisin four-speed automatic transmission
- Front-wheel drive
- MacPherson strut suspension (front), torsion beam (rear)
- Electric power steering
- Ventilated disc brakes (front), drums (rear)
- 5.1 litres per 100 km combined fuel consumption (MDC)
Exterior
- LED projector headlights
- Chrome Ethereal Bow grille bar
- LED taillights
- Chrome door handle strips
- 14-inch silver alloy wheels with 185/60 R14 tyres
Interior
- Black interior
- Grey headliner
- Manual air conditioning
- Manual seats
- Driver’s side seat base height adjuster
- Fabric upholstery
- Urethane multi-function steering wheel with tilt adjustment
- 7-inch digital instrument display
- Bluetooth/MP3/radio head unit
- One front USB port (USB-A)
- 2 speakers
- Folding rear bench
- 420 litres boot space
Safety
- Two airbags
- ABS with EBD and brake assist
- Traction control and stability control
- Hill start assist
- Rear seat reminder
- Rear parking sensors
2026 Proton Saga 1.5 Executive
Adds on:
Exterior
- Automatic headlights with follow-me-home function
- LED daytime running lights
- Chrome door handle strips
- 15-inch silver alloy wheels with 185/55 R15 tyres
Interior
- Keyless entry
- Push-button start
- Textured fabric upholstery
- 9-inch infotainment touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- “Hi Proton” voice control
- Two rear USB ports (USB-A)
- 4 speakers
Safety
- Reverse camera
- Front parking sensors
2026 Proton Saga 1.5 Premium
Adds on:
Mechanicals
- Punch Powertrain continuously variable transmission (CVT)
- 4.9 litres per 100 km combined fuel consumption (MDC)
Exterior
- Full-width LED taillights
- 15-inch two-tone alloy wheels
- Side skirts
- Black B-pillar trim
- External boot release button
Interior
- Black and dark grey interior
- Driver’s side full-seat height adjuster
- Discrete height-adjustable rear headrests
- Faux leather upholstery and steering wheel wrap
- Driver’s side auto-down window
- Auto-folding door mirrors
Safety
- Six airbags (front, side, curtain)
- Autonomous emergency braking with motorcycle detection
- Lane departure warning
- Blind spot monitoring
- Rear cross traffic alert
- Rear collision warning
- Door opening warning
- Automatic high beam
As previously reported, early-bird bookings will come with a one-year/20,000 km of free service (including parts and labour) and a special-edition Touch ‘n Go card until the launch (the date has not been revealed, but it should be this month), on top of the expected launch packages. Five exterior colours are offered – Ruby Red, Armour Silver, Snow White and the new Space Grey and Marine Blue.
For now, you can check out our deep dive on the new Saga, with details on the new Advanced Modular Platform (AMA), the technologies within and brief first drive impressions.
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