Verdict
At RM95,900, the 1.5 V is the rational City Hatchback: it retains the 119 hp/145 Nm 1.5-litre petrol CVT, Honda Sensing, six airbags and eight-speaker Display Audio of its sibling. The RM5,000 gap buys wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto plus a 360-degree camera on the RS Petrol, rather than extra acceleration; both reach 100 km/h in 10.7 seconds. Choose the RS only if those daily-use upgrades matter more than the saving.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback 1.5 V if you want the same 119 hp powertrain and Honda Sensing while keeping RM5,000 in your pocket.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback 1.5 RS Petrol if wireless smartphone connectivity and a 360-degree camera are worth RM5,000 to you.
Key differences
- Price: RM95,900 for the 1.5 V versus RM100,900 for the 1.5 RS Petrol.
- Smartphone integration: wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in the 1.5 V versus wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in the 1.5 RS Petrol.
- Reverse camera: multi-angle camera in the 1.5 V versus 360-degree camera in the 1.5 RS Petrol.
- Top speed: 194 km/h for the 1.5 V versus 193 km/h for the 1.5 RS Petrol.
1.5 V
- RM5,000 less than the RS Petrol.
- Same 119 hp, 145 Nm petrol CVT and 10.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Honda Sensing and six airbags remain fitted.
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are not wireless.
- Multi-angle reverse camera lacks the RS Petrol's 360-degree view.
1.5 RS Petrol
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- 360-degree reverse camera.
- Same 119 hp, 145 Nm petrol CVT, Honda Sensing and six airbags as the V.
- Costs RM5,000 more than the 1.5 V without improving the 10.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM95,900✓ | RM100,900 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp at 6,600 rpm | 119 hp at 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm | 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 73 mm × 89.5 mm | 73 mm × 89.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 10.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 194 km/h✓ | 193 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,350 mm | 4,369 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,748 mm |
| Height | 1,488 mm | 1,488 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,600 mm |
| Weight | 1,161 kg | 1,163 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 289 litres | 289 litres |
| Front Tyre | 185/55R16 | 185/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/55R16 | 185/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full size | Full size |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes R57 | Toyo Proxes R57 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| 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) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, 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 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 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 | Halogen Projector | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat |
| 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, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8" Display Audio with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight speakers | 8" Display Audio with Bluetooth, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Driver Side One Touch Up and Down | Driver Side One Touch Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes, with 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| 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 V vs 1.5 RS Petrol FAQ
Is the Honda City Hatchback 1.5 V or Honda City Hatchback 1.5 RS Petrol better?
The 1.5 V is the better buy for most people because it keeps the same powertrain, Honda Sensing, six airbags and 10.7-second 0-100 km/h time. Choose the RS Petrol specifically for its wireless phone integration and 360-degree camera.
What is the price difference?
The Honda City Hatchback 1.5 RS Petrol costs RM5,000 more than the 1.5 V.
Does the Honda City Hatchback 1.5 RS Petrol perform better?
No. Both use a 119 hp, 145 Nm 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine with a CVT and reach 100 km/h in 10.7 seconds. The V's listed top speed is 194 km/h, one km/h higher than the RS Petrol's 193 km/h.
