Verdict
The City Hatchback has a 24% bigger boot, the City Hatchback is about 7% cheaper, while the 2 Hatchback uses 5% less fuel. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
What the City Hatchback has over the 2 Hatchback
What the 2 Hatchback has over the City Hatchback
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The City Hatchback is 53 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the City Hatchback: 289 litres against 220.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM95,900✓ | RM103,670 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM980/mo✓ | RM1,060/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM2,773✓ | RM2,975 |
| Fuel / year (est.) | RM2,229 | RM2,109✓ |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM11.14 | RM10.55✓ |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM25,459✓ | RM25,872 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp at 6,600 rpm✓ | 114 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm | 149 Nm at 4,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 73 mm × 89.5 mm | 74.5 mm × 85.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 14 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.7 seconds | —✓ |
| Rated Economy | 5.6 L/100 km | 5.3 L/100 km✓ |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h✓ | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,362 mm | 4,065 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,488 mm | 1,495 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,570 mm |
| Weight | 1,148 kg | 1,097 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 44 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 289 litres✓ | 220 litres |
| Front Tyre | 185/55R16 | 185/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/55R16 | 185/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Proxes R57 | Dunlop Enasave EC300+ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| EuroNCAP | — | 4 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags) | 2 (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 |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | ISOFIX i-Size | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing (CMBS) | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Driver and front passenger only |
| Safety Notes | Honda SENSING (FCW, CMBS, LKAS, LDW, RDM, ACC, Auto High Beam, Lead Car Departure Notification), Blind Spot Information with Cross Traffic Monitoring, Honda LaneWatch Camera, Emergency Stop Signal, Rear Seatbelt Reminder, Auto Door Lock, ISOFIX i-Size | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-LED Projector, Auto | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable, Combination Leather | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Blue Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 10" Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers + 4 Tweeters | 7.0" Touchscreen Mazda Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Driver Side One Touch Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Remote Engine Start, Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Remote Engine Start, Walk-away Auto Lock, ECON Button, Auto-retractable Door Mirrors, Front Panel Ambient Light; Honda CONNECT optional (RM2,450 with 3-year subscription) | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year warranty = 5 years + 3 years service-activated (6th to 8th year, engine and transmission, unlimited mileage); free labour for up to 5 services within 5 years/100,000 km | 5-year/100,000 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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City Hatchback vs 2 Hatchback FAQ
Which one is locally assembled?
The City Hatchback is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the 2 Hatchback is fully imported (CBU) from Thailand. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.
Which has the better warranty?
The City Hatchback carries a 8-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the 2 Hatchback. City Hatchback: 8-year warranty = 5 years + 3 years service-activated (6th to 8th year, engine and transmission, unlimited mileage); free labour for up to 5 services within 5 years/100,000 km. 2 Hatchback: 5-year/100,000 km Free Service.