Verdict
The Honda City Hatchback costs RM85,900, RM15,658 more than the RM70,242 Honda Jazz. That gap brings a 119 hp, 145 Nm 1.5-litre DOHC engine, six airbags, stability control and Honda Sensing, including autonomous braking and steering correction. It is also 395 mm longer on a 70 mm longer wheelbase, but its 289-litre boot trails the Jazz’s 363 litres. The Jazz remains the more compact, lighter choice at 1,067 kg and has a 5.6 L/100 km economy rating, while both use a CVT, front-wheel drive and a 40-litre tank.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback if active safety, six airbags and Honda Sensing matter more than a larger boot and the RM15,658 saving.
Pick the Honda Jazz if you want the lower purchase price, a 363-litre boot and a shorter 3,955 mm body.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City Hatchback RM85,900; Honda Jazz RM70,242.
- Length: Honda City Hatchback 4,350 mm; Honda Jazz 3,955 mm.
- Wheelbase: Honda City Hatchback 2,600 mm; Honda Jazz 2,530 mm.
- Boot space: Honda City Hatchback 289 litres; Honda Jazz 363 litres.
- Weight: Honda City Hatchback 1,149 kg; Honda Jazz 1,067 kg.
- Airbags: Honda City Hatchback driver, passenger, front-side and curtain airbags; Honda Jazz driver and passenger airbags.
City Hatchback
- Honda Sensing includes autonomous braking and steering correction.
- Six airbags and stability control.
- 119 hp from a 1,498 cc DOHC engine.
- Costs RM15,658 more.
- 289-litre boot is 74 litres smaller.
- 82 kg heavier at 1,149 kg.
Jazz
- RM70,242 purchase price.
- 363-litre boot.
- Lighter 1,067 kg kerb weight and a 5.6 L/100 km economy rating.
- Only driver and passenger airbags versus the City Hatchback’s six airbags.
- No stability control or Honda Sensing autonomous braking.
- 118 hp is 1 hp below the City Hatchback’s output.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM85,900 | RM70,242✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 16-valve SOHC, naturally aspirated with variable intake valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,497 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp✓ | 118 hp |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 10.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift | G-Design Shift CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.7 seconds | —✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.6 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h✓ | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,350 mm | 3,955 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,694 mm |
| Height | 1,488 mm | 1,524 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,530 mm |
| Weight | 1,149 kg | 1,067 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 289 litres | 363 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 185/60R15 | 175/65R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/60R15 | 175/65R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Full size | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 15" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 15" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 4 stars — With 2 airbags with no stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Passenger |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat | Manual Recline ULTRA Seats, 60:40 Split-folding, Tip-up Base |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 3 Front |
| Audio | Radio with 4 Speakers | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Driver Side One Touch Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down only |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| 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.
Used City Hatchback & Jazz for sale
City Hatchback vs Jazz FAQ
Is the Honda City Hatchback or Honda Jazz better?
The Honda City Hatchback is the better safety-led choice, with six airbags, stability control and Honda Sensing. The Honda Jazz is better for buyers prioritising a lower price, a 363-litre boot and a shorter body.
What is the price difference?
The Honda City Hatchback costs RM85,900 and the Honda Jazz costs RM70,242, so the difference is RM15,658.
Which has more boot space?
The Honda Jazz has the larger boot at 363 litres, compared with 289 litres in the Honda City Hatchback. That is a 74-litre advantage for the Jazz.