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Hyundai Nios vs Proton Saga in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 15, 2026

At a glance

	Hyundai Nios	Proton Saga
Ex-showroom price	Rs 36.96 lakh – Rs 46.96 lakh	Rs 37.99 lakh – Rs 42.99 lakh
Fuel	petrol	petrol
Variants on sale	3	3
Distributor	Laxmi Hyundai	Jagdamba Motors Pvt. Ltd.

Variant-wise prices (July 15, 2026)

Hyundai Nios

EX 2025	रु 36,96,000
S 2025	रु 42,96,000
SX 2025	रु 46,96,000

Proton Saga

Saga	रु 42,99,000
Standard MT	रु 37,99,000
Premium AT	रु 42,99,000

Specifications — Nios EX 2025 vs Saga Standard MT

Category	Hyundai Nios	Proton Saga
Battery & Range	Not disclosed officially	Not an EV; petrol ICE sedan, no battery-range figure
Motor Power & Drivetrain	Not disclosed officially	1.3L 4-cylinder petrol engine, manual transmission Front-wheel drive sedan layout
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance	Not disclosed officially	Wheelbase 2465 mm Ground clearance 150 mm
Dimensions	Not disclosed officially	Length 4331 mm Width 1689 mm Height 1491 mm
Cargo	Not disclosed officially	Boot capacity about 420L Rear seats fixed; no official split-fold claim
Comfort & Interior	Not disclosed officially	Fabric seats and manual seat adjustment Manual air-conditioning with standard heater Tilt-adjustable steering wheel
Infotainment & Convenience	Not disclosed officially	Standard 2-DIN audio system with radio and USB Steering-mounted audio controls not mentioned for Standard MT Remote keyless entry
Safety	Not disclosed officially	Dual front airbags ABS with EBD and Brake Assist Rear parking sensors
Design & Exterior	Not disclosed officially	Halogen reflector headlamps Body-colored bumpers and door handles Available colors: White, Brown, Grey, Silver, Red, Maroon
Sales & Imports	Not disclosed officially	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	Not disclosed officially	Considered value-focused sedan vs Japanese rivals Lower price than Premium AT makes it budget-friendly
Pros	Not disclosed officially	Most affordable Proton car in Nepal lineup Simple manual gearbox favored by some drivers Good claimed fuel efficiency around 17–18 kmpl
Cons	Not disclosed officially	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 Nios or Proton Saga?

As of July 2026, the Hyundai Nios starts at Rs 36.96 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 1.03 lakh less than the Proton Saga at Rs 37.99 lakh.

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

The Hyundai Nios costs Rs 36.96 lakh to Rs 46.96 lakh and the Proton Saga costs Rs 37.99 lakh to Rs 42.99 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Hyundai Nios 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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