Proton
Proton Saga
Rs. 23.0 Lakh
starting price
VS
Toyota
Cresta
Rs. 30 Lakh
starting price
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Proton Saga | Cresta |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | Rs. 23.0 Lakh | Rs. 30 Lakh |
| Engine | 1.3L VVT | |
| Displacement | 1332 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horsepower | 95 hp | 140 hp |
| Torque | 120 Nm | — |
| Transmission | CVT / 4-speed Auto | 4AT |
| Drive Type | FWD | |
| Fuel Avg — City | 13 km/l | — |
| Fuel Avg — Highway | 17 km/l | — |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | — |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| Airbags | 2 | 0 |
| ABS | ✓ Yes | ✗ No |
| Body Type | sedan | sedan |
Ratings Comparison
Proton Saga
🏙️ City Driving⭐⭐⭐⭐
🛣️ Highway⭐⭐⭐
👨👩👧 Family Use⭐⭐⭐⭐
🔧 Maintenance Cost⭐⭐⭐
📈 Resale Value⭐⭐
❄️ AC Performance⭐⭐⭐
Cresta
Pros & Cons
Proton Saga
Budget sedan with proper boot space — more practical than hatchbacks
Good fuel economy for 1300cc
ABS standard across variants
Proton brand building resale track record in Pakistan
Al-Haj service network not in every city
Older engine technology vs newer rivals
Cresta
All Variants & Prices
Proton Saga
| Variant | Price |
|---|---|
| Standard MT | Rs. 23.0 Lakh |
| Standard AT | Rs. 24.0 Lakh |
| Premium ATBest | Rs. 26.0 Lakh |
Cresta
| Variant | Price |
|---|---|
| 2.0 Super Lucent | Rs. 30 Lakh |
| 2.5 Grande Twin Cam 24Best | Rs. 60 Lakh |
Verdict — Proton Saga
Affordable entry into sedan ownership. If you need a sedan but Corolla/City is out of reach, Proton Saga is a practical option with decent reliability from Geely technology base.
🎯 Which one should you buy?
Proton Saga starts at Rs. 23.0 Lakh. Cresta starts at Rs. 30 Lakh. Proton Saga is Rs. 7.0 Lakh cheaper to start. Use our tax calculator to see the full on-road cost difference.