Verdict
The RM11,000 step from the Honda Civic 1.5 E to the Honda Civic 1.5 V does not buy extra pace: both deliver 180 hp, 240 Nm and the same 8.3-second 0-100 km/h time. It buys 17-inch wheels with 215/50R17 tyres, a powered driver’s seat and paddle shifts. The E is the rational choice when those items are not priorities, especially as it retains Honda Sensing, adaptive cruise control and the 9.0-inch Google-equipped touchscreen. The V is a modest equipment upgrade, not a mechanical one.
Pick the Honda Civic 1.5 E if you want the same 180 hp turbo drivetrain and core safety kit while keeping RM11,000 in your pocket.
Pick the Honda Civic 1.5 V if a powered driver’s seat, paddle shifts and 17-inch wheels justify RM11,000 to you.
Key differences
- Price: Honda Civic 1.5 E RM133,900; Honda Civic 1.5 V RM144,900.
- Wheels and tyres: E 16-inch alloys with 215/55R16 tyres; V 17-inch alloys with 215/50R17 tyres.
- Front seats: E manually adjustable driver and passenger seats; V powered driver’s seat and manual passenger seat.
- Paddle shifts: E has none; V has paddle shifts.
- Audio connectivity: E has wired Android Auto plus wired and wireless Apple CarPlay; V has Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay.
1.5 E
- RM11,000 less expensive.
- Gets the same 180 hp and 240 Nm turbo powertrain as the V.
- 9.0-inch touchscreen with Google Services, wired Android Auto and wired or wireless Apple CarPlay.
- Manual driver’s seat instead of the V’s powered unit.
- No paddle shifts.
- Smaller 16-inch wheels with 215/55R16 tyres.
1.5 V
- Powered driver’s seat.
- Paddle shifts for manual ratio selection.
- 17-inch alloy wheels with 215/50R17 tyres.
- Costs RM11,000 more despite identical 180 hp, 240 Nm and 8.3-second 0-100 km/h figures.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM133,900✓ | RM144,900 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 180 hp at 6,000 rpm | 180 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 240 Nm at 1,700 rpm | 240 Nm at 1,700 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 73 mm × 89.4 mm | 73 mm × 89.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3 | 10.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.3 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,678 mm | 4,678 mm |
| Width | 1,802 mm | 1,802 mm |
| Height | 1,415 mm | 1,415 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm | 2,735 mm |
| Weight | 1,349 kg | 1,349 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 47 litres | 47 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 497 litres | 497 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R16 | 215/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R16 | 215/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental MaxContact MC5 | Continental MaxContact MC5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Driver Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay | 9.0" Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Front Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Front Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 |
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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1.5 E vs 1.5 V FAQ
Is the Honda Civic 1.5 E or Honda Civic 1.5 V better?
The Civic 1.5 E is the better value choice because it matches the V’s engine, performance and Honda Sensing suite. Choose the V only if its powered driver’s seat, paddle shifts and 17-inch wheels matter to you.
What is the price difference?
The Honda Civic 1.5 V costs RM11,000 more than the Honda Civic 1.5 E.
Do the Honda Civic 1.5 E and 1.5 V have different performance?
No. Both use a 1,498 cc turbocharged petrol engine producing 180 hp at 6,000 rpm and 240 Nm at 1,700 rpm, paired with a CVT and front-wheel drive. Both reach 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds.
