Verdict
At RM84,900, the Honda City is RM5,700 cheaper yet brings 119 hp and 145 Nm, against the Toyota Vios’ 104 hp and 138 Nm. It is also the more practical load carrier, with a 519-litre boot versus 475 litres, plus 60:40 split rear seats. The RM90,600 Vios counters with lower rated consumption of 5.2 L/100 km, 16-inch wheels, LED headlamps and a far richer parking and infotainment package. For Malaysian buyers, the City is the stronger value pick if driving performance and luggage room matter; the Vios justifies its extra cost through everyday equipment.
Pick the Honda City if you want 15 hp and 7 Nm more, a 519-litre boot and adaptive cruise control for RM5,700 less.
Pick the Toyota Vios if you prioritise 5.2 L/100 km rated economy, LED headlamps, wireless phone integration and more comprehensive parking aids.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City RM84,900; Toyota Vios RM90,600.
- Output: Honda City 119 hp and 145 Nm; Toyota Vios 104 hp and 138 Nm.
- Rated fuel economy: Honda City 5.6 L/100 km; Toyota Vios 5.2 L/100 km.
- Boot space: Honda City 519 litres with 60:40 split-folding rear seats; Toyota Vios 475 litres with a fixed rear bench.
- Wheels and tyres: Honda City 15-inch alloys on 185/60R15 tyres; Toyota Vios 16-inch alloys on 195/60R16 tyres.
- Parking assistance: Honda City has two rear sensors and a multi-angle reverse camera; Toyota Vios has two front and four rear sensors with a 3D panoramic-view…
City
- 119 hp and 145 Nm versus 104 hp and 138 Nm.
- 519-litre boot and 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
- Adaptive cruise control, paddle shifts and telescopic steering adjustment.
- Uses halogen projector headlamps where the Vios gets LED reflectors.
- Has no blind spot information system, front parking sensors or rear cross traffic alert.
- Its 5.6 L/100 km rated economy trails the Vios’ 5.2 L/100 km.
Vios
- 5.2 L/100 km rated economy.
- LED headlamps, 16-inch alloys and a full-size 16-inch alloy spare wheel.
- 9-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a 3D panoramic-view monitor.
- 104 hp and 138 Nm are down on the City’s 119 hp and 145 Nm.
- Its 475-litre boot is 44 litres smaller, and the rear bench does not split-fold.
- It lacks adaptive cruise control, paddle shifts and steering reach adjustment.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM84,900✓ | RM90,600 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp✓ | 104 hp |
| Torque | 145 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 73 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.2 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 5.6 L/100 km | 5.2 L/100 km✓ |
| Top Speed | 196 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,580 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,467 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,125 kg | 1,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 519 litres✓ | 475 litres |
| Front Tyre | 185/60R15 | 195/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/60R15 | 195/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Nighttime Pedestrian Detection and Cyclist Detection | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Lead Car Departure Notification | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| 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 | 60:40 Split-folding | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-conditioning | Single-zone Manual |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front 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 | Radio with Bluetooth and 4 Speakers | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation |
| 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 Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Free Labour for Five Times within 100,000 km or Five 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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City vs Vios FAQ
Is the Honda City or Toyota Vios better?
The Honda City is the better buy for performance, boot space and price: it costs RM5,700 less, has 119 hp and carries 519 litres. Choose the Toyota Vios for lower rated consumption and substantially better parking, lighting and infotainment equipment.
What is the price difference?
The Honda City costs RM84,900 and the Toyota Vios costs RM90,600, so the Vios is RM5,700 more expensive.
Which has better fuel economy, the Honda City or Toyota Vios?
The Toyota Vios has the lower rated consumption at 5.2 L/100 km, compared with 5.6 L/100 km for the Honda City. Both use a 40-litre fuel tank.
