Verdict
At RM198,000, the Ford Mondeo costs RM64,100 more than the RM133,900 Honda Civic, and its RM380 annual road tax is RM290 higher. The Ford gives a Malaysian buyer 237 hp and 345 Nm, cutting the 0-100 km/h time to 7.9 seconds against the Civic’s 180 hp, 240 Nm and 8.3 seconds. It is also 193 mm longer with a 557-litre boot. But the Civic brings Honda Sensing autonomous braking and collision warning, plus a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty, making it the sharper safety-and-cost case.
Pick the Ford Mondeo if you want the larger D-segment sedan, 57 hp more, 105 Nm more torque and a 557-litre boot.
Pick the Honda Civic if you want to save RM64,100 upfront, pay RM90 yearly road tax and get autonomous braking with a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Mondeo RM198,000; Honda Civic RM133,900.
- Power and torque: Ford Mondeo 237 hp and 345 Nm; Honda Civic 180 hp and 240 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Ford Mondeo 7.9 seconds; Honda Civic 8.3 seconds.
- Length and wheelbase: Ford Mondeo 4,871 mm and 2,850 mm; Honda Civic 4,678 mm and 2,735 mm.
- Boot space and fuel tank: Ford Mondeo 557 litres and 62 litres; Honda Civic 497 litres and 47 litres.
- Warranty: Ford Mondeo three years/100,000 km; Honda Civic five years/unlimited mileage.
Mondeo
- 237 hp and 345 Nm, with a 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 193 mm longer body and 60 litres more boot space.
- Adaptive LED projector headlamps, 10-way powered front seats and dual-zone climate control.
- Costs RM64,100 more and has RM380 annual road tax versus RM90.
- No autonomous braking or collision warning, where the Civic has Honda Sensing.
- Three-year/100,000 km warranty versus the Civic’s five-year unlimited-mileage cover.
Civic
- RM133,900 price and RM90 annual road tax.
- Honda Sensing autonomous braking and collision warning.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty, plus wired Android Auto and wired/wireless Apple CarPlay.
- 57 hp and 105 Nm down on the Mondeo, with a slower 8.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 193 mm shorter with a 115 mm shorter wheelbase and a 497-litre boot.
- Manual front-seat adjustment and single-zone climate control versus the Mondeo’s powered seats and dual-zone system.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM198,000 | RM133,900✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM380 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 237 hp✓ | 180 hp |
| Torque | 345 Nm✓ | 240 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 87.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.3 | 10.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Selectshift | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford/GM | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 seconds✓ | 8.3 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 8 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h✓ | 200 km/h |
| Co2 | 192 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,871 mm | 4,678 mm |
| Width | 1,852 mm | 1,802 mm |
| Height | 1,486 mm | 1,415 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,735 mm |
| Weight | 1,562 kg | 1,349 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 62 litres | 47 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 557 litres✓ | 497 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R17 | 215/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R17 | 215/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Primacy 3 ST | Continental MaxContact MC5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Spain (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" 5-twin-spoke Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" 5-twin-spoke Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, 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 |
| ISOFIX | Available for outer two rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8" SYNC 2 touchscreen with Sony 9 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, 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 Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 3-year/60,000 km free service | — |
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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Mondeo vs Civic FAQ
Is the Ford Mondeo or Honda Civic better?
The Honda Civic is the better buy for lower purchase and road-tax costs, autonomous braking and longer warranty cover. Choose the Ford Mondeo if its larger cabin footprint, 237 hp output and 557-litre boot matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Mondeo costs RM198,000 and the Honda Civic costs RM133,900, so the Mondeo is RM64,100 more expensive.
Which is quicker, the Ford Mondeo or Honda Civic?
The Ford Mondeo is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds. The Honda Civic takes 8.3 seconds; the Ford also has 237 hp and 345 Nm against 180 hp and 240 Nm.