Verdict
The Honda City 1.5 RS costs RM5,000 more than the RM94,900 1.5 V, yet both use a 119 hp/145 Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine, CVT and return a rated 5.6 L/100 km. There is no pace or fuel-saving case for the RS. Its money goes on 16-inch Berlina Black Turbine alloys, six speakers, a wireless charger, two front USB ports and Honda Connect. The V keeps front foglamps and its own strong Honda SENSING and 360-degree camera kit, so it is the sharper buy unless those RS extras matter daily.
Pick the Honda City 1.5 V if you want the same 119 hp, 145 Nm and 5.6 L/100 km with RM5,000 left in your pocket and front foglamps retained.
Pick the Honda City 1.5 RS if you want Honda Connect, remote engine start, a wireless charger and six speakers enough to justify the RM5,000 step up.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City 1.5 V RM94,900; Honda City 1.5 RS RM99,900.
- Length: Honda City 1.5 V 4,577 mm; Honda City 1.5 RS 4,594 mm.
- Kerb weight: Honda City 1.5 V 1,127 kg; Honda City 1.5 RS 1,134 kg.
- Wheels: Honda City 1.5 V 16-inch alloys; Honda City 1.5 RS 16-inch Berlina Black Turbine alloys.
- Audio: Honda City 1.5 V four speakers plus four tweeters; Honda City 1.5 RS six speakers plus wireless charger.
- Front USB ports: Honda City 1.5 V one; Honda City 1.5 RS two.
1.5 V
- RM5,000 cheaper with identical 119 hp and 145 Nm outputs.
- Keeps front foglamps.
- Gets Honda SENSING, Blind Spot Information with Cross Traffic Monitoring and a 360-degree camera.
- Has one front USB port to the RS's two.
- No wireless charger, Honda Connect or six-speaker audio system.
1.5 RS
- Honda Connect and remote engine start.
- Six speakers, wireless charger and two front USB ports.
- 16-inch Berlina Black Turbine alloys.
- Costs RM5,000 more for the same 119 hp, 145 Nm, 10.4-second 0-100 km/h time and 5.6 L/100 km rating.
- Lacks the V's front foglamps.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM94,900✓ | RM99,900 |
| 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 i-VTEC |
| 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 | CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.4 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 5.6 L/100 km | 5.6 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h | 195 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,577 mm | 4,594 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,748 mm |
| Height | 1,467 mm | 1,467 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,600 mm |
| Weight | 1,127 kg | 1,134 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 519 litres | 519 litres |
| Front Tyre | 185/55R16 | 185/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/55R16 | 185/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes R57 | Toyo Proxes R57 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloys | 16" Berlina Black Turbine Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloys | 16" Berlina Black Turbine Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Electric Power Steering |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags) | 6 (Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags) |
| 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 | ISOFIX i-Size |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Nighttime Pedestrian Detection and Cyclist Detection | Yes, with CMBS |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Honda SENSING + Blind Spot Information with Cross Traffic Monitoring; ACC, CMBS, LKAS, LDW, RDM, Auto High Beam | Honda SENSING + Blind Spot Information with Cross Traffic Monitoring; ACC, CMBS, LKAS, LDW, RDM, Auto High Beam |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector, Auto | LED Projector, Auto |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Combination Leather | Combination Leather |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Blue Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Red Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10" Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers + 4 Tweeters | 10" Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers, Wireless Charger |
| 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 | Remote Engine Start, Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | 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 | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-view Camera System (360) | Yes, with Multi-view Camera System (360) |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Remote Engine Start | Honda Connect, Remote Engine Start |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years | 8 years |
| Warranty Notes | Free labour for up to 5 services (100,000 km/5 years) | Free labour for up to 5 services (100,000 km/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 FAQ
Is the Honda City 1.5 V or Honda City 1.5 RS better?
The 1.5 V is the better-value choice because it matches the RS for power, torque, acceleration, economy and core Honda SENSING safety equipment. Choose the RS only if Honda Connect, wireless charging, six speakers and its black turbine wheels are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Honda City 1.5 RS costs RM99,900, which is RM5,000 more than the Honda City 1.5 V at RM94,900.
Does the Honda City 1.5 RS perform better than the 1.5 V?
No. Both are rated at 119 hp and 145 Nm from a 1,498 cc naturally aspirated petrol four-cylinder, use a CVT and front-wheel drive, reach 100 km/h in 10.4 seconds, and have a rated 5.6 L/100 km economy figure.
