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Hyundai i20 vs Proton Saga in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 15, 2026

At a glance
Hyundai i20Proton Saga
Ex-showroom priceRs 39.96 lakh – Rs 43.96 lakhRs 37.99 lakh – Rs 42.99 lakh
Fuelpetrolpetrol
Variants on sale23
DistributorLaxmi Intercontinental Pvt. Ltd. (Laxmi Hyundai)Jagdamba Motors Pvt. Ltd.
Variant-wise prices (July 15, 2026)

Hyundai i20

Magnaरु 39,96,000
Sportzरु 43,96,000

Proton Saga

Sagaरु 42,99,000
Standard MTरु 37,99,000
Premium ATरु 42,99,000
Specifications — i20 Magna vs Saga Standard MT
CategoryHyundai i20Proton Saga
Battery & Range
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/03/2026)
  • Not an EV; petrol ICE sedan, no battery-range figure
Motor Power & Drivetrain
  • 1.2L Kappa petrol engine, approx 83 PS, 115 Nm
  • 5-speed manual transmission, front-wheel drive
  • 1.3L 4-cylinder petrol engine, manual transmission
  • Front-wheel drive sedan layout
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
  • Wheelbase: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/03/2026)
  • Ground clearance: 170 mm
  • Wheelbase 2465 mm
  • Ground clearance 150 mm
Dimensions
  • Length: 3995 mm
  • Width: 1775 mm
  • Height: 1505 mm
  • Length 4331 mm
  • Width 1689 mm
  • Height 1491 mm
Cargo
  • Boot capacity: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/03/2026)
  • Rear seats foldable for extended cargo
  • Boot capacity about 420L
  • Rear seats fixed; no official split-fold claim
Comfort & Interior
  • Fabric seats with manual adjustment
  • Manual air-conditioning with heater
  • Rear AC vents for second-row passengers
  • Tilt-adjust steering wheel
  • Fabric seats and manual seat adjustment
  • Manual air-conditioning with standard heater
  • Tilt-adjustable steering wheel
Infotainment & Convenience
  • 2-DIN audio system with USB/Bluetooth
  • Steering-mounted audio controls
  • Rear parking sensors
  • Power windows front and rear
  • Standard 2-DIN audio system with radio and USB
  • Steering-mounted audio controls not mentioned for Standard MT
  • Remote keyless entry
Safety
  • Dual front airbags
  • ABS with EBD standard
  • Rear parking sensors for safety while reversing
  • High-mount stop lamp and fog lamps
  • Dual front airbags
  • ABS with EBD and Brake Assist
  • Rear parking sensors
Design & Exterior
  • Projector headlamps with LED DRLs
  • Signature Hyundai grille, sensuous sportiness design
  • Body-coloured bumpers and door handles
  • Steel wheels with wheel covers
  • Halogen reflector headlamps
  • Body-colored bumpers and door handles
  • Available colors: White, Brown, Grey, Silver, Red, Maroon
Sales & Imports
  • Officially sold by Laxmi Hyundai as entry i20 trim
  • Imported as CBU/CKD via Hyundai global network
  • Imported CBU under Jagdamba Motors for Nepal market
  • Entry-level Proton sedan positioned as most affordable Proton in Nepal
  • Available via dealers in Kathmandu, Lalitpur, Bhaktapur, Pokhara, Chitwan
Value for Money Verdict
  • Positioned as value i20 with essential features
  • Competitive pricing vs other premium hatchbacks
  • Considered value-focused sedan vs Japanese rivals
  • Lower price than Premium AT makes it budget-friendly
Pros
  • Refined 1.2L petrol engine for city use
  • Spacious cabin for a premium hatchback
  • Good feature set at base variant price
  • Strong Hyundai brand and resale support
  • Most affordable Proton car in Nepal lineup
  • Simple manual gearbox favored by some drivers
  • Good claimed fuel efficiency around 17–18 kmpl
Cons
  • No automatic gearbox option in Magna
  • Boot space figure not clearly advertised
  • Steel wheels less premium than alloys
  • Limited advanced safety tech vs newer rivals
  • Lacks advanced infotainment seen in Premium AT
  • Manual transmission less convenient in city traffic
  • Safety kit simpler than higher-spec global sedans

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Hyundai i20 or Proton Saga?

As of July 2026, the Proton Saga starts at Rs 37.99 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 1.97 lakh less than the Hyundai i20 at Rs 39.96 lakh.

What is the price of the Hyundai i20 and Proton Saga in Nepal?

The Hyundai i20 costs Rs 39.96 lakh to Rs 43.96 lakh and the Proton Saga costs Rs 37.99 lakh to Rs 42.99 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Hyundai i20 or the Proton Saga?

Weigh the current prices, the variant-wise specifications on this page, and each brand's showroom and service reach near you — both are listed on the model pages. There is no single winner: the side-by-side table shows exactly where each car is ahead.

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