Verdict
The Proton eMas 7 asks RM17,900 more, but it brings a 215 hp, 320 Nm motor that cuts the 0-100 km/h time to 6.9 seconds versus the Honda City Hatchback’s 10.7 seconds. Its 49.52 kWh battery is rated for 345 km, while the SUV body supplies a 461-litre boot and rear air vents. The City counters with a much smaller 4,350 mm footprint, 195 km/h top speed and RM90 annual road tax, against RM200. Pick the Honda for easier dimensions and lower entry cost; pick the Proton for space, EV hardware and equipment.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback if you want the RM17,900 lower purchase price, a 4,350 mm-long hatchback and a full-size spare tyre.
Pick the Proton eMas 7 if you need 345 km EV range, a 461-litre boot, 6.9-second 0-100 km/h pace and substantially more cabin tech.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City Hatchback RM85,900; Proton eMas 7 RM103,800.
- Performance: City Hatchback 119 hp/145 Nm and 10.7 sec; eMas 7 215 hp/320 Nm and 6.9 sec.
- Size: City Hatchback 4,350 mm long and 1,748 mm wide; eMas 7 4,615 mm and 1,901 mm.
- Boot space: City Hatchback 289 litres; eMas 7 461 litres.
- Power source: City Hatchback 1.5-litre petrol engine with 40-litre tank; eMas 7 49.52 kWh battery with 345 km range.
- Wheels and rear suspension: City Hatchback 15-inch alloys with torsion beam; eMas 7 18-inch alloys with multi-link.
City Hatchback
- RM17,900 cheaper to buy.
- More compact 4,350 mm body and 195 km/h top speed.
- Full-size spare tyre, ULTRA Seat and paddle shifts.
- Slower 10.7-second 0-100 km/h time versus 6.9 seconds.
- 289-litre boot is 172 litres smaller.
- No blind-spot system, rear air vents or 360-degree camera.
eMas 7
- 215 hp, 320 Nm motor and 345 km rated EV range.
- 461-litre boot, rear air vents and power-adjustable driver’s seat.
- 11 kW AC, 80 kW DC and 3.3 kW V2L capability.
- Costs RM17,900 more to buy.
- Larger 4,615 mm by 1,901 mm body than the Honda.
- RM200 annual road tax versus RM90.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM85,900✓ | RM103,800 |
| Body type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM200 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 119 hp at 6,600 rpm | — |
| Torque | 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 73 mm × 89.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 320 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 49.52 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 345 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 80 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h✓ | 175 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,350 mm | 4,615 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,901 mm |
| Height | 1,488 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,149 kg | 1,662 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 289 litres | 461 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 185/60R15 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/60R15 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full size | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Giti Comfort SUV 520 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 18" 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) | 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 |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control, with Air Purifier System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with 4 Speakers | 15.4" Touchscreen with Flyme Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Driver Side One Touch Up and Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch and Voice Control |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Entry (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| 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 | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km BEV and Components Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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 & eMas 7 for sale
City Hatchback vs eMas 7 FAQ
Is the Honda City Hatchback or Proton eMas 7 better?
The Proton eMas 7 is the stronger choice for acceleration, boot space, EV range and equipment. The Honda City Hatchback makes more sense if lower purchase cost, a smaller body and a full-size spare tyre matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Proton eMas 7 costs RM17,900 more than the Honda City Hatchback.
Can the Proton eMas 7 charge at home and on DC fast chargers?
Yes. The eMas 7 supports up to 11 kW AC charging and 80 kW DC charging. It also has 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load capability.
