Verdict
At RM133,900, the Honda Civic costs RM4,000 more than the RM129,900 MG HS, yet brings 180 hp, a 497-litre boot and Honda Sensing autonomous braking with steering lane-keeping. Its 8.3-second 0-100 km/h time gives Malaysian buyers a stated performance reference too. The MG counters with SUV ride height, five doors, a panoramic glass roof and a powered driver’s seat, while its 250 Nm exceeds the Civic’s 240 Nm. Choose by body style first: the Civic is the more safety-led, larger-boot sedan; the HS is the less expensive, taller SUV.
Pick the Honda Civic if you want 180 hp, a 497-litre boot and autonomous braking with steering lane-keeping.
Pick the MG HS if you want a five-door SUV with 250 Nm, a panoramic glass roof and a powered driver’s seat for RM4,000 less.
Key differences
- Price: Honda Civic RM133,900; MG HS RM129,900.
- Power: Honda Civic 180 hp at 6,000 rpm; MG HS 160 hp at 5,600 rpm.
- Torque: Honda Civic 240 Nm at 1,700 rpm; MG HS 250 Nm at 4,400 rpm.
- Boot space: Honda Civic 497 litres; MG HS 463 litres.
- Height: Honda Civic 1,415 mm; MG HS 1,664 mm.
- Fuel tank: Honda Civic 47 litres; MG HS 55 litres.
Civic
- 180 hp and a stated 8.3-second 0-100 km/h time
- Honda Sensing autonomous braking and steering lane-keeping
- 497-litre boot
- Costs RM4,000 more
- No panoramic glass roof or powered driver’s seat
- 47-litre fuel tank versus 55 litres
HS
- RM129,900 entry price
- 250 Nm and a seven-speed dry dual-clutch transmission
- Panoramic glass roof and powered driver’s seat
- 160 hp versus the Civic’s 180 hp
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist
- 463-litre boot versus 497 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM133,900 | RM129,900✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,490 cc |
| Horsepower | 180 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 160 hp at 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 240 Nm at 1,700 rpm | 250 Nm at 4,400 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 73 mm × 89.4 mm | 74 mm × 86.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Dry) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7-speed, Twin-clutch Transmission |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.3 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,678 mm | 4,574 mm |
| Width | 1,802 mm | 1,876 mm |
| Height | 1,415 mm | 1,664 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Weight | 1,349 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 47 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 497 litres✓ | 463 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R16 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R16 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental MaxContact MC5 | Maxxis Bravo HPM5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| 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 | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Driver Seat, Manual Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 4 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Front Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 7 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain |
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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Civic vs HS FAQ
Is the Honda Civic or MG HS better?
The Honda Civic is the stronger pick for active safety, power and boot capacity: 180 hp, Honda Sensing with autonomous braking and a 497-litre boot. The MG HS suits buyers who specifically want an SUV body, panoramic roof and powered driver’s seat.
What is the price difference?
The Honda Civic is RM133,900 and the MG HS is RM129,900, so the Civic costs RM4,000 more.
Which has more safety assistance, the Honda Civic or MG HS?
The Honda Civic has Honda Sensing autonomous braking, collision warning, steering lane-keeping and adaptive cruise control. The MG HS has passive cruise control and lacks autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist.
