Verdict
The Honda City Hatchback costs RM85,900 against the Myvi’s RM46,500, a RM39,400 jump. It earns that with 119 hp and 145 Nm, cutting the 0-100 km/h run to 10.7 seconds against 11.5, plus Honda Sensing autonomous braking, steering correction and adaptive cruise control. Its 2,600-mm wheelbase and 289-litre boot also edge the Myvi’s 2,500 mm and 277 litres. The Myvi remains the rational lower-cost hatch, with a 4.5 L/100 km rated economy figure, LED headlamps and RM70 annual road tax.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback if you want the quicker 119-hp hatch with Honda Sensing, adaptive cruise control and a slightly larger boot.
Pick the Perodua Myvi if a RM39,400 lower entry price, 4.5 L/100 km rated economy and a smaller footprint matter more than performance and driver assistance.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City Hatchback RM85,900; Perodua Myvi RM46,500.
- Power and torque: Honda City Hatchback 119 hp and 145 Nm; Perodua Myvi 94 hp and 121 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Honda City Hatchback 10.7 seconds; Perodua Myvi 11.5 seconds.
- Wheelbase and boot: Honda City Hatchback 2,600 mm and 289 litres; Perodua Myvi 2,500 mm and 277 litres.
- Road tax: Honda City Hatchback RM90 per year; Perodua Myvi RM70 per year.
- Front wheels: Honda City Hatchback 15-inch alloys; Perodua Myvi 14-inch 7-spoke alloys.
City Hatchback
- 119 hp and 145 Nm, with a 10.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Honda Sensing autonomous braking, steering correction and adaptive cruise control.
- 289-litre boot and versatile ULTRA Seat rear seating.
- 4,350-mm body is longer than the Myvi’s 3,895 mm.
- RM90 annual road tax versus the Myvi’s RM70.
Myvi
- RM39,400 less to buy.
- 4.5 L/100 km rated fuel economy.
- LED reflector headlamps and digital air-con controls with memory.
- 94 hp and 121 Nm trail the Honda’s 119 hp and 145 Nm.
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping steering correction or adaptive cruise control.
- 277-litre boot is 12 litres smaller than the Honda’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM85,900 | RM46,500✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM70✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,329 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp✓ | 94 hp |
| Torque | 145 Nm✓ | 121 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 73 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift | D-CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.7 seconds✓ | 11.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 4.5 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,350 mm | 3,895 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,735 mm |
| Height | 1,488 mm | 1,515 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,500 mm |
| Weight | 1,149 kg | 985 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 36 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 289 litres✓ | 277 litres |
| Front Tyre | 185/60R15 | 175/65R14 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/60R15 | 175/65R14 |
| Spare Tyre | Full size | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 14" 7-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 14" 7-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED 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 | 60:40 Split-folding with Fixed Headrests |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Single-zone with Digital Controls and Memory |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with 4 Speakers | Radio/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Driver Side One Touch Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Acoustic Glass Windscreen, Anti-snatch Handbag Hook |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
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 & Myvi for sale
City Hatchback vs Myvi FAQ
Is the Honda City Hatchback or Perodua Myvi better?
The Honda City Hatchback is better for performance, driver assistance and cabin versatility. The Perodua Myvi is the better choice for a much lower purchase price, lower road tax and its 4.5 L/100 km rated economy.
What is the price difference?
The Honda City Hatchback costs RM39,400 more than the Perodua Myvi.
Which is safer, the Honda City Hatchback or Perodua Myvi?
The Honda City Hatchback has the stronger active-safety kit: Honda Sensing autonomous braking, collision warning and lane-keeping steering correction. It also has curtain airbags, while the Myvi lists driver, passenger and front-side airbags.
