The 2020 Honda Civic facelift, launched back in February this year, remains at the top of the C-segment charts. According to Honda Malaysia, more than 2,900 units of the Civic have been delivered to customers nationwide, representing an estimated market share of 70%.
It’s currently the third best-selling Honda model in Malaysia, with the central region contributing to 44% of the total sales, followed by 17% from the southern region and 15% from the northern region. The White Orchid Pearl is the most popular colour, with 42% of customers opting for the paint.
As of June 2020, the company has recorded over 6,500 bookings for the new Civic, and states that the current waiting period is approximately one month. Sales have also picked up thanks to the sales tax relief, which saw prices for the locally-assembled Civic drop by up to RM5,000.
Honda Malaysia managing director and CEO, Toichi Ishiyama said: “With Malaysia moving into Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO) period, most businesses are resuming operations in accordance to guidelines and standard operating procedure set by the government. All industries, including the automotive industry, are eager to recover from the pandemic and help the nation towards economic recovery.”
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Comments generally express a positive sentiment towards the Honda Civic facelift, highlighting its strong sales with over 6,500 bookings and emphasizing its value for money, especially since it is CKD. Many appreciate its design, features, and performance, viewing it as a good option in the C-segment, particularly due to competitive pricing and safety features like AEB in higher variants. However, some critics point out issues such as build quality, uneven panels, lack of certain features like HUD and rear USB ports, and perceived lower safety compared to competitors. There are also discussions about brand loyalty, with some claiming Honda's reliability and safety are declining, while others defend the Civic's popularity and value. Overall, the comments reflect a mix of admiration, concern, and competitive comparison, with many focusing on value and sales success.