VIDEO REVIEW: 2021 Honda City V in Malaysia, RM87k

If you’re on the market for a practical B-segment sedan, the fifth-generation Honda City is quite an easy car to recommend. Compared to its older brother, the GN2 model is more spacious and practical, better equipped, and pricing for the S, E and V is marginally reduced as well. As for the top RS e:HEV variant, well, let’s save that conversation for another day.

Compared to its peers, the City V is currently priced at RM86,561, whereas the top-spec Almera VLT costs RM91,310. The Vios G, on the other hand, retails for RM87,584, and the top GR-S goes for RM95,284. If you’re considering the Mazda 2 Sedan, perhaps you’ll have to think twice with its RM103,670 asking price.

There are many options, but few can match the level of spaciousness – and arguably performance – the new City offers. Under the bonnet is a peppier 1.5 litre DOHC i-VTEC engine, developing 121 PS and 145 Nm of torque. That puts it right up there in the segment, and a full 21% more power compared to the Almera’s 1.0 litre turbocharged three-potter.

With a revised suspension geometry and wider tracks, the City rides better, with notable improvements achieved in secondary ride qualities and overall stability. Despite being the all-star choice, it is all but perfect. Watch our review to see what we think of the latest Honda City, or read a slightly more detailed account in our written piece. You may also browse its equipment and specifications on CarBase.my.

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Comments

  • Mr. Sotong on Oct 13, 2021 at 4:04 pm

    Yes the City is about 20hp or so more than the Almera in terms of max power. However it must be mentioned that the Almera puts out 152Nm from 2400rpm-4000rpm which is the rpm range most ‘regular’ people drive at. Compared to the City’s 145Nm only at 4300rpm, you will have more pulling power in the Almera at ‘normal’ driving conditions.

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  • Haters said Vios too slow than City RS, so I go for my 3rd test drive on Vios GR-S, it is not underpowered. Ride and handling are better due to performance tuning with more gears, I think GR badge add more power. Not to add icing on the cake, If you claim City looks better, either you’re a hater or something wrong with your eyes ok. Believe me Vios is really looking good, front looks perfect in my eyes and interior looks clean. City interior doesn’t look good and not really clean. If you insisting Vios is ugly, is better for you to check double-check and triple-check your eyes again, not me, my eyes is ok. City quality is also not par than Vios and almera. Since it’s cheaper than almera, Vios win. You hate Vios, youre hater ok, don’t reply to me, wasting my time, don’t ask me again to go check with the doctor ok

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    • Not to mention city’s head unit is not centered and senget to the left..lol

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    • Jeremy on Oct 13, 2021 at 10:20 pm

      Yes Toyota salesman we believe you, hahaha

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      • He is fake Jane. I’m Jane as original. But he isn’t Toyota salesman. He didn’t have Proton, Perodua, Nissan and whatsoever. You should know what he have.

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      • And yet why you still believe fake Jane as Toyota salesman when I, as Jane (original), didn’t even post a single thing in this article yesterday? This is funny. I’m not working any of the companies. Actually, I don’t have to question you whether he steal my name or not, so I can confirmed you that he stole my name, my 2cent opinions and he is not toyota salesman.

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    • hmmmmm on Oct 14, 2021 at 11:56 am

      i might not agree with the tone. but facts are on point sir. experienced both Vios & City i have to vote for Vios. Might go for Almera if price is better & service as good a toyota. for long term more than 5 years use, Vios is the one

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    • Did I use the word “GR badge to increase power”? This is funny. GR Badge won’t help to increase power, but only for performance tuning, okay? I can also tell you, you are not Jane and not Toyota salesman, you are fake Jane by stealing my name and there is no reason on why you also steal my 2cent opinions.

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  • Proton X50 on Oct 14, 2021 at 8:34 am

    Daaaa… dari dulu lagi Toyota is much much better than honda.

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