Verdict
The Honda Civic FE Facelift costs RM133,900 against RM109,852 for the Honda Civic FB Facelift, a RM24,048 step that brings 180 hp and 240 Nm rather than 139 hp and 174 Nm. It is also the roomier sedan, with a 2,735-mm wheelbase and 497-litre boot, while six airbags, Honda Sensing and adaptive cruise make the safety case clear. The FB’s 50-litre tank and lower purchase cost still make sense for a buyer happy with a simpler 1.8-litre five-speed auto.
Pick the Honda Civic FB Facelift if a lower entry price, a 50-litre tank and a 1,225-kg sedan matter more than newer driver assistance systems.
Pick the Honda Civic FE Facelift if you want 180 hp, six airbags, Honda Sensing and a larger 497-litre boot.
Key differences
- Power and torque: Honda Civic FB Facelift 139 hp and 174 Nm; Honda Civic FE Facelift 180 hp and 240 Nm.
- Length and wheelbase: Honda Civic FB Facelift 4,525 mm and 2,670 mm; Honda Civic FE Facelift 4,678 mm and 2,735 mm.
- Weight and boot space: Honda Civic FB Facelift 1,225 kg and 460 litres; Honda Civic FE Facelift 1,349 kg and 497 litres.
- Airbags: Honda Civic FB Facelift 2; Honda Civic FE Facelift 6.
- Fuel tank: Honda Civic FB Facelift 50 litres; Honda Civic FE Facelift 47 litres.
FB Facelift
- RM24,048 lower purchase price.
- 50-litre fuel tank, 3 litres larger.
- 124 kg lighter at 1,225 kg.
- 41 hp and 66 Nm down on the FE.
- Two airbags versus six.
- No Honda Sensing, collision warning or lane-keeping steering correction.
FE Facelift
- 180 hp and 240 Nm from the 1.5-litre turbo.
- Six airbags, Honda Sensing and adaptive cruise control.
- 497-litre boot and 2,735-mm wheelbase.
- RM24,048 higher purchase price.
- 47-litre fuel tank versus the FB's 50 litres.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,852✓ | RM133,900 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM279 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve SOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,798 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp at 6,500 rpm | 180 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 174 Nm at 4,300 rpm | 240 Nm at 1,700 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 81 mm × 87.3 mm | 73 mm × 89.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 10.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5-Speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | —✓ | 8.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,525 mm | 4,678 mm |
| Width | 1,755 mm | 1,802 mm |
| Height | 1,435 mm | 1,415 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,735 mm |
| Weight | 1,225 kg | 1,349 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 47 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 460 litres | 497 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R16 | 215/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R16 | 215/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | 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 | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars — With 2 airbags and stability control | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 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 on two outer rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Fold-down Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 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 | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Front Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Entry | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| 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.
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FB Facelift vs FE Facelift FAQ
Is the Honda Civic FB Facelift or Honda Civic FE Facelift better?
The Honda Civic FE Facelift is better for most buyers, with 180 hp, 240 Nm, six airbags, Honda Sensing and a 497-litre boot. Pick the FB if lower purchase cost and its 50-litre tank matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Honda Civic FE Facelift costs RM24,048 more than the Honda Civic FB Facelift.
Which Civic has better safety equipment?
The Honda Civic FE Facelift has the stronger safety equipment list: six airbags, Honda Sensing, autonomous braking, collision warning, lane-keeping steering correction and adaptive cruise control. The FB has two airbags and stability control.
