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Nissan Magnite Smart Edition vs Proton Saga in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 14, 2026

At a glance

	Nissan Magnite Smart Edition	Proton Saga
Ex-showroom price	Rs 37.99 lakh	Rs 37.99 lakh – Rs 42.99 lakh
Fuel	petrol	petrol
Variants on sale	1	3
Distributor	Laxmi Intercontinental Pvt. Ltd. (Nissan Nepal)	Jagdamba Motors Pvt. Ltd.

Variant-wise prices (July 14, 2026)

Nissan Magnite Smart Edition

Magnite Smart Edition

रु 37,99,000

Proton Saga

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

Specifications — Magnite Smart Edition Magnite Smart Edition vs Saga Standard MT

Category	Nissan Magnite Smart Edition	Proton Saga
Battery & Range	Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)	Not an EV; petrol ICE sedan, no battery-range figure
Motor Power & Drivetrain	1.0L petrol engine, automatic transmission Front-wheel drive compact SUV	1.3L 4-cylinder petrol engine, manual transmission Front-wheel drive sedan layout
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance	Wheelbase 2500 mm for Magnite lineup Ground clearance 205 mm for Magnite lineup	Wheelbase 2465 mm Ground clearance 150 mm
Dimensions	Overall size 3994 x 1758 x 1572 mm	Length 4331 mm Width 1689 mm Height 1491 mm
Cargo	Boot space 336L, expandable to 690L	Boot capacity about 420L Rear seats fixed; no official split-fold claim
Comfort & Interior	5-seater cabin configuration Smart Edition adds wireless charger Smart Edition adds upgraded interior features	Fabric seats and manual seat adjustment Manual air-conditioning with standard heater Tilt-adjustable steering wheel
Infotainment & Convenience	New 8" touch screen display standard Wireless charger included in Smart Edition LED DRLs and fog lights included Smart features package worth up to Rs 3 lakh Benefits worth Rs 3,16,196 claimed	Standard 2-DIN audio system with radio and USB Steering-mounted audio controls not mentioned for Standard MT Remote keyless entry
Safety	Standard Magnite safety features apply	Dual front airbags ABS with EBD and Brake Assist Rear parking sensors
Design & Exterior	Smart Edition adds new LED DRLs Smart Edition adds front fog lamps Alloy wheels included in Smart Edition package	Halogen reflector headlamps Body-colored bumpers and door handles Available colors: White, Brown, Grey, Silver, Red, Maroon
Sales & Imports	Officially sold by Nissan Nepal as Magnite sub-variant Positioned with introductory promotional benefits	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	Marketed as value-focused package with added smart features Benefits package worth Rs 3,16,196 improves value	Considered value-focused sedan vs Japanese rivals Lower price than Premium AT makes it budget-friendly
Pros	Adds 8" touchscreen over lower trims Includes wireless charging convenience LED DRLs and fog lamp improve visibility and style Bundled benefits lower effective ownership cost	Most affordable Proton car in Nepal lineup Simple manual gearbox favored by some drivers Good claimed fuel efficiency around 17–18 kmpl
Cons	Detailed Smart Edition feature list not fully disclosed (As of: 13/07/2026, nepaldrives.com) Variant-specific safety and comfort specs not clarified (As of: 13/07/2026, nepaldrives.com)	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 — Nissan Magnite Smart Edition or Proton Saga?

As of July 2026, the Nissan Magnite Smart Edition starts at Rs 37.99 lakh ex-showroom — the same as the Proton Saga at Rs 37.99 lakh.

What is the price of the Nissan Magnite Smart Edition and Proton Saga in Nepal?

The Nissan Magnite Smart Edition costs Rs 37.99 lakh and the Proton Saga costs Rs 37.99 lakh to Rs 42.99 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Nissan Magnite Smart Edition 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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