Verdict
The Honda City Hatchback costs RM85,900, RM15,658 more than the RM70,242 Honda Jazz. That gap brings a 119 hp/145 Nm 1.5-litre DOHC engine, Honda Sensing autonomous braking, steering correction lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control and six airbags, against the Jazz’s 118 hp/145 Nm SOHC unit and two airbags. The Jazz is 395 mm shorter, 82 kg lighter and has a larger 363-litre boot, so it remains the more compact load-carrier. For safety equipment, the City Hatchback is the clear pick; for lower entry cost and cargo space, the Jazz makes a strong case.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback if you want six airbags, stability control and Honda Sensing, plus adaptive cruise control.
Pick the Honda Jazz if you want to spend RM15,658 less and need its 363-litre boot in a 3,955-mm-long hatchback.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City Hatchback RM85,900; Honda Jazz RM70,242.
- Safety: Honda City Hatchback has 6 airbags and stability control; Honda Jazz has 2 airbags and no stability control.
- Driver assistance: Honda City Hatchback has Honda Sensing autonomous braking, lane-keeping steering correction and adaptive cruise control; Honda Jazz has none…
- Boot space: Honda City Hatchback 289 litres; Honda Jazz 363 litres.
- Length and weight: Honda City Hatchback 4,350 mm and 1,149 kg; Honda Jazz 3,955 mm and 1,067 kg.
- Powertrain: Honda City Hatchback 119 hp at 6,600 rpm and 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm; Honda Jazz 118 hp at 6,600 rpm and 145 Nm at 4,600 rpm.
City Hatchback
- Six airbags, stability control and Honda Sensing autonomous braking.
- Adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping steering correction.
- 119 hp and peak 145 Nm arrives 300 rpm earlier.
- Costs RM15,658 more.
- 289-litre boot is 74 litres smaller.
- At 4,350 mm, it is 395 mm longer and 82 kg heavier.
Jazz
- RM70,242 entry price.
- 363-litre boot, 74 litres larger than the City Hatchback’s.
- 395 mm shorter and 82 kg lighter.
- Only two airbags and no stability control.
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or adaptive cruise control.
- Halogen reflector headlamps instead of halogen projectors.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM85,900 | RM70,242✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 16-valve SOHC, naturally aspirated with variable intake valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,497 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp at 6,600 rpm✓ | 118 hp at 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm | 145 Nm at 4,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 73 mm × 89.5 mm | 73 mm × 89.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 10.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift | G-Design Shift CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.7 seconds | —✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.6 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h✓ | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,350 mm | 3,955 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,694 mm |
| Height | 1,488 mm | 1,524 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,530 mm |
| Weight | 1,149 kg | 1,067 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 289 litres | 363 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 185/60R15 | 175/65R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/60R15 | 175/65R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Full size | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 15" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 15" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 4 stars — With 2 airbags with no stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-Point |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat | Manual Recline ULTRA Seats, 60:40 Split-folding, Tip-up Base |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 3 Front |
| Audio | Radio with 4 Speakers | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Driver Side One Touch Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down only |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | Free labour for 1,000 km, 10,000 km, 30,000 km, 50,000 km, 70,000 km and 90,000 km intervals |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used City Hatchback & Jazz for sale
City Hatchback vs Jazz FAQ
Is the Honda City Hatchback or Honda Jazz better?
The City Hatchback is better for safety, with six airbags, stability control, autonomous braking, lane-keeping steering correction and adaptive cruise control. The Jazz is better if lower cost, a 363-litre boot and a shorter 3,955-mm body matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Honda City Hatchback costs RM85,900 and the Honda Jazz costs RM70,242, a difference of RM15,658.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Honda Jazz has the bigger boot at 363 litres. The Honda City Hatchback has 289 litres, so the Jazz provides 74 litres more luggage space.
