Verdict
The Honda City costs RM89,900 to the Stargazer’s RM99,800, yet it is the stronger safety-led choice for five: six airbags, autonomous braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, lane-keeping assistance and adaptive cruise control are serious advantages. Its 519-litre boot also dwarfs the MPV’s 182 litres. The Stargazer answers with seven seats, a 2,780-mm wheelbase and roof-mounted rear vents, so it suits buyers regularly carrying more people. The City’s 119 hp and 5.6 L/100 km rated economy give it the clearer case for daily commuting.
Pick the Honda City if you carry five or fewer, want 519 litres of boot space and place priority on six airbags plus Honda SENSING driver assists.
Pick the Hyundai Stargazer if seven seats, a longer 2,780-mm wheelbase and roof-mounted rear air-con matter more than active safety equipment and luggage capacity.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City RM89,900; Hyundai Stargazer RM99,800.
- Seating: Honda City 5 seats; Hyundai Stargazer 7 seats.
- Boot space: Honda City 519 litres; Hyundai Stargazer 182 litres.
- Safety airbags: Honda City 6 airbags; Hyundai Stargazer 2 airbags.
- Wheelbase: Honda City 2,600 mm; Hyundai Stargazer 2,780 mm.
- Power: Honda City 119 hp at 6,600 rpm; Hyundai Stargazer 113 hp at 6,300 rpm.
City
- Six airbags and Honda SENSING with autonomous braking
- 519-litre boot
- 119 hp and 5.6 L/100 km rated economy
- Five seats versus the Stargazer’s seven
- No roof-mounted rear vents with fan-speed control
- Shorter 2,600-mm wheelbase
Stargazer
- Seven seats and seven three-point seat belts
- 2,780-mm wheelbase
- Roof-mounted rear vents and four USB ports
- Two airbags versus the City’s six
- No listed autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or adaptive cruise control
- 182-litre boot is far smaller than the City’s 519 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM89,900✓ | RM99,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | MPV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 16-valve DOHC MPI with Dual CVVT and Variable Intake System |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,497 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp at 6,600 rpm✓ | 113 hp at 6,300 rpm |
| Torque | 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm✓ | 144 Nm at 4,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 73 mm × 89.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift | IVT (CVT) |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.2 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 5.6 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 196 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,577 mm | 4,575 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,780 mm |
| Height | 1,467 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,780 mm |
| Weight | 1,116 kg | 1,306 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 519 litres✓ | 182 litres |
| Front Tyre | 185/60R15 | 205/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/60R15 | 205/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Indonesia (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloys | 16" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloys | 16" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Column-mounted Motor-driven Power Steering (C-MDPS) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags) | 2 (Dual Front Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Outer Second-row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Nighttime Pedestrian Detection and Cyclist Detection | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Honda SENSING: ACC, CMBS, LKAS, LDW, RDM, Auto High Beam, Lead Car Departure Notification | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector, Auto | LED |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Fabric | Fabric |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Roof-mounted Rear Vents with Fan Speed Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 12V Front Console and Luggage Area, 1 USB-A + 3 USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Audio | 8" Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers + 4 Tweeters | 8" Touch Display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | — |
| 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 | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Honda LaneWatch | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Remote Engine Start | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 160,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years | 8 years |
| Warranty Notes | Free labour for up to 5 services (100,000 km/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.
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City vs Stargazer FAQ
Is the Honda City or Hyundai Stargazer better?
The Honda City is better for a five-seat daily car, with six airbags, autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and a 519-litre boot. Choose the Stargazer only if its seven seats and longer 2,780-mm wheelbase are essential.
What is the price difference?
The Hyundai Stargazer costs RM9,900 more than the Honda City. That gap buys two extra seats, a 180-mm longer wheelbase, roof-mounted rear vents and more USB ports, but not the City’s broader safety suite.
Which has more luggage space?
The Honda City has 519 litres of boot space, compared with 182 litres in the Hyundai Stargazer. The City is the clear choice for buyers who regularly carry prams, luggage or bulky shopping behind the rear seats.
