Verdict
The Honda City Hatchback costs RM85,900, RM39,400 more than the RM46,500 Perodua Myvi. That buys 119 hp and 145 Nm against 94 hp and 121 Nm, cutting the 0-100 km/h time from 11.5 to 10.7 seconds, plus Honda Sensing with autonomous braking and steering correction. The Myvi is 455 mm shorter and 164 kg lighter, so it is the easier-sized choice for tight Malaysian parking, while its rated consumption is 4.5 L/100 km. Honda gives you 100 mm more wheelbase and a versatile ULTRA Seat, but its boot is only 12 litres larger.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback if you want the quicker 119 hp hatchback and Honda Sensing safety kit, including autonomous braking and lane-keeping steering correction.
Pick the Perodua Myvi if keeping the purchase price RM39,400 lower, running a 985 kg hatchback and a 4.5 L/100 km rated economy matter more than extra performance and driver assistance.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City Hatchback RM85,900; Perodua Myvi RM46,500.
- Performance: Honda City Hatchback 119 hp/145 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 10.7 seconds; Perodua Myvi 94 hp/121 Nm and 11.5 seconds.
- Size: Honda City Hatchback is 4,350 mm long with a 2,600 mm wheelbase; Perodua Myvi is 3,895 mm long with a 2,500 mm wheelbase.
- Safety: Honda City Hatchback has six airbags, autonomous braking and lane-keeping steering correction; Perodua Myvi has four airbags and no autonomous braking…
- Practicality: Honda City Hatchback has a 289-litre boot and ULTRA Seat; Perodua Myvi has a 277-litre boot and 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
- Running figures: Honda City Hatchback road tax is RM90 yearly and weighs 1,149 kg; Perodua Myvi road tax is RM70 yearly, weighs 985 kg and is rated at 4.
City Hatchback
- 119 hp and 145 Nm, with a 10.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Honda Sensing autonomous braking, collision warning and lane-keeping steering correction.
- Six airbags, adaptive cruise control and ULTRA Seat rear-seat versatility.
- RM39,400 more expensive to buy.
- 164 kg heavier and 455 mm longer.
- RM90 annual road tax versus RM70.
Myvi
- RM46,500 price and RM70 annual road tax.
- 985 kg kerb weight and a 4.5 L/100 km rated economy.
- 455 mm shorter body, plus 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 assist, collision warning or adaptive cruise control.
- Four airbags versus the Honda's six, and a 277-litre boot is 12 litres smaller.
| 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 at 6,600 rpm✓ | 94 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm✓ | 121 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 73 mm × 89.5 mm | 72.5 mm × 80.6 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 | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) | 4 (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 and safety equipment: 119 hp, six airbags, autonomous braking and lane-keeping steering correction. The Perodua Myvi is the better lower-cost choice at RM46,500, with a 4.5 L/100 km rated economy.
What is the price difference?
The Honda City Hatchback costs RM85,900 and the Perodua Myvi costs RM46,500, so the difference is RM39,400.
Which is easier to park, the Honda City Hatchback or Perodua Myvi?
The Perodua Myvi is easier to place in tight spaces on its dimensions: it is 3,895 mm long, 455 mm shorter than the 4,350 mm Honda City Hatchback. It is also 164 kg lighter.
