We want to replace 2011 old Saga with a new car below RM60k and plan to use it for long term so need a reputable, reliable and safe one.
Please help to compare Saga Premium (~44k) and Myvi H (~58k).
Our weekly usage is around 200 km and 99% city driving, seldom travel long distance and seldom needs more space.
Or any other recommendation?
Thanks.

This post has been edited by M2020: Sep 16 2024, 11:33 PM

Hi, need advice and opinions to choose a new Proton Saga MT or AT.

Manual Transmission – MT
Fun driving
Low price
Can play (control) transmission power
<3000 rpm underpower
Less features (No ESC)
Less parts / support / service (less supply)
Low resale value (less demand)

Auto Transmission – 4AT
Easy driving
Moderate price
Follow specified auto transmission power (less control)
Slope climbing underpower
More features (ESC)
More parts / support / service (more supply)
Moderate resale value (more demand)

Saga is a basic and cheap car, my focus on basic features, reliability, and basic safety.

Usually, I drive 30 minutes distance per trip with moderate traffic so do not mind manual transmission fatigue. Long distance or heavy traffic driving maybe once per month only.

I plan to use it long term and my concern:

MT production end of life and might be last batch of stock, future parts / support / service would be limited. AT production still going strong.

MT clutch pump located inside gear box expensive to repair.

SA seems reluctant to sell MT model, said need special request due to availability, so not sure can get specific colour or any stock.

I think either MT and 4AT have their pro and con, please help to add if any advice or opinion. Thank you.