Verdict
At RM109,852, the Honda Civic FB Facelift keeps RM24,048 in your pocket and carries a larger 50-litre tank, but it is the older, less well-equipped proposition. The RM133,900 Honda Civic FE Facelift has 180 hp and 240 Nm against 139 hp and 174 Nm, plus six airbags, Honda Sensing, a 497-litre boot and 65 mm more wheelbase. Its RM90 annual road tax also undercuts RM279. For a Malaysian buyer wanting modern safety and daily usability, the FE is the clear choice; the FB makes sense on price.
Pick the Honda Civic FB Facelift if RM109,852, a 50-litre fuel tank and front fog lamps matter more than stronger performance and newer driver aids.
Pick the Honda Civic FE Facelift if you want 180 hp, six airbags, Honda Sensing and a roomier 497-litre boot for the RM24,048 premium.
Key differences
- Price: Honda Civic FB Facelift RM109,852; Honda Civic FE Facelift RM133,900.
- Output: Honda Civic FB Facelift 139 hp and 174 Nm; Honda Civic FE Facelift 180 hp and 240 Nm.
- Road tax: Honda Civic FB Facelift RM279 per year; Honda Civic FE Facelift RM90 per year.
- Wheelbase and boot: Honda Civic FB Facelift 2,670 mm and 460 litres; Honda Civic FE Facelift 2,735 mm and 497 litres.
- Safety: Honda Civic FB Facelift has 2 airbags and no AEB; Honda Civic FE Facelift has 6 airbags and Honda Sensing AEB.
- Fuel tank: Honda Civic FB Facelift 50 litres; Honda Civic FE Facelift 47 litres.
FB Facelift
- RM24,048 lower purchase price
- Larger 50-litre fuel tank
- Front fog lamps
- 41 hp and 66 Nm less than the FE
- Two airbags versus six, with no Honda Sensing AEB
- Smaller 460-litre boot and 65 mm shorter wheelbase
FE Facelift
- 180 hp and 240 Nm turbo petrol output
- Six airbags, Honda Sensing and adaptive cruise control
- 497-litre boot, rear air vents and 60:40 split-fold rear seats
- Costs RM24,048 more
- 124 kg heavier at 1,349 kg
- Smaller 47-litre fuel tank and no front fog lamps
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,852✓ | RM133,900 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM279 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve SOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,798 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp | 180 hp✓ |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 10.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5-Speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | —✓ | 8.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,525 mm | 4,678 mm |
| Width | 1,755 mm | 1,802 mm |
| Height | 1,435 mm | 1,415 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,735 mm |
| Weight | 1,225 kg | 1,349 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 47 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 460 litres | 497 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R16 | 215/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R16 | 215/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Continental MaxContact MC5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| 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) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars — With 2 airbags and stability control | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | 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 |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Fold-down Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Front Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Entry | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Free labour for 1,000 km, 10,000 km, 30,000 km, 50,000 km, 70,000 km and 90,000 km intervals | — |
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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FB Facelift vs FE Facelift FAQ
Is the Honda Civic FB Facelift or Honda Civic FE Facelift better?
The Honda Civic FE Facelift is better for safety, performance and cabin practicality. It has 180 hp, 240 Nm, six airbags, Honda Sensing, a 2,735 mm wheelbase and a 497-litre boot. The FB is the lower-cost choice.
What is the price difference?
The Honda Civic FE Facelift costs RM24,048 more: RM133,900 versus RM109,852 for the Honda Civic FB Facelift. The FE also has lower annual road tax, at RM90 versus RM279.
Which Civic is more practical for passengers and luggage?
The Honda Civic FE Facelift is more practical, with a 2,735 mm wheelbase and 497-litre boot versus the FB’s 2,670 mm and 460 litres. It also gets rear air vents and 60:40 split-fold rear seats.
