Verdict
The Honda Civic costs RM133,900 to the Toyota Camry’s RM221,800, leaving an RM87,900 gap that is hard to ignore beside the Civic’s quicker 8.3-second 0-100 km/h time and far lower RM90 annual road tax. The Camry is the larger D-segment sedan: 242 mm longer, 90 mm wider and on a 90 mm longer wheelbase, with a 524-litre boot. It also brings 7 airbags, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera. For most buyers, the Civic is the rational spend; the Camry earns its price with size and equipment rather than outright acceleration.
Pick the Honda Civic if you want the RM87,900 saving, 8.3-second 0-100 km/h pace and RM90 annual road tax.
Pick the Toyota Camry if you want a larger 4,920 mm sedan with 7 airbags, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera.
Key differences
- Price: Honda Civic RM133,900; Toyota Camry RM221,800.
- 0-100 km/h: Honda Civic 8.3 seconds; Toyota Camry 8.9 seconds.
- Annual road tax: Honda Civic RM90; Toyota Camry RM867.
- Length: Honda Civic 4,678 mm; Toyota Camry 4,920 mm.
- Boot space: Honda Civic 497 litres; Toyota Camry 524 litres.
- Airbags: Honda Civic 6; Toyota Camry 7.
Civic
- RM87,900 less expensive
- Quicker 8.3-second 0-100 km/h time
- 60:40 split-fold rear seats
- No blind-spot information system or 360-degree camera
- Smaller 497-litre boot versus 524 litres
- Manual front-seat adjustment
Camry
- Larger 4,920 mm body and 2,825 mm wheelbase
- 7 airbags, blind-spot monitoring and 360-degree camera
- 8-way power driver’s seat with memory and passenger ottoman
- RM87,900 higher purchase price
- RM867 annual road tax versus RM90
- Slower 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM133,900✓ | RM221,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM867 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | 180 hp at 6,000 rpm | 201 hp at 6,600 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 240 Nm at 1,700 rpm | 246 Nm at 4,200 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 73 mm × 89.4 mm | 87.5 mm × 103.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3 | 14 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.3 seconds✓ | 8.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,678 mm | 4,920 mm |
| Width | 1,802 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,415 mm | 1,445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Weight | 1,349 kg | 1,565 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 47 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 497 litres | 524 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R16 | 235/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R16 | Space Saver |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental MaxContact MC5 | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Ottoman Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | Fixed Rear Seats |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual Rear Sun Shades |
| Audio | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 9-speaker JBL Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Front Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| 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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Civic vs Camry FAQ
Is the Honda Civic or Toyota Camry better?
The Civic is the better buy for lower outlay, lower road tax and quicker acceleration. The Camry is better if its larger dimensions, extra airbag, blind-spot monitoring, 360-degree camera and power-seat features matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Camry costs RM87,900 more than the Honda Civic.
Which car has the bigger boot?
The Toyota Camry has the larger boot at 524 litres, compared with 497 litres in the Honda Civic. The Civic counters with 60:40 split-fold rear seats, while the Camry’s rear seats are fixed.
