The Proton Saga is a sedan produced by Malaysian automobile manufacturer Proton since 1985. The name of the car is an acronym for "Safety, Achievement, Greatness and Ability" and also refers to a type of tree which grows in the region. The first generation Saga, launched on 9 July 1985, is Proton's most successful model, with 1.2 million sold over 22 years of continuous production; it has since become a Malaysian icon.
This casting was originally announced as the 1985 Proton Saga at an internal Mattel event held in Malaysia. It was unveiled in full production form at the 2023 Malaysian Hot Wheels Collectors Convention.
2024 Compact Kings 3/5
From the back of the 2024 card:
Drive around in the first national car of Malaysia. A celebration of automotive ingenuity, over 2 million units of the Saga have been built and sold globally, making it the best-selling car of PROTON.
2024 Hot Wheels × PROTON Kids Design Competition
From the back of the 2024 PROTON Kids Design Competition card:
The Hot Wheels® Proton Saga Special Edition is a grand celebration of Malaysian pride. So, honk your horns for nine-year-old Saw Jane Harn of Penang, winner of the Hot Wheels® × PROTON Kids Design Competition 2023. As winner of this extraordinary event, Saw is the first kid in the world to have hand-drawn artwork featured on Hot Wheels® packaging. She proudly pays tribute to her country's beauty through a unique artwork design that highlights many natural features and achievements of Malaysia.
2024 Mattel Malaysia Employee Exclusive
2025 Factory Fresh 3/5
2025 Hot Wheels × Proton 40th Anniversary
From the back of the 2025 Proton 40th Anniversary Edition card:
The Hot Wheels® Proton Saga Special Edition is a celebration of Malaysian pride that celebrates the model's 40th anniversary! It is presented in special Hot Wheels® packaging featuring hand-drawn artwork by nine-year-old, Saw Jane Harn of Penang, winner of the Hot Wheels® × PROTON Kids Design Competition 2023. Her beautiful artwork pays tribute to Malaysia's beauty through a unique artistic design that highlights the many natural features and achievements of the country.
2025 Mattel Malaysia Employee
