Verdict
The Honda City Hatchback is the lower-cost petrol route, with a 1.5-litre, 119 hp engine, 40-litre tank and full-size spare tyre. The RM14,988 gap buys the MG 4 a 200 hp rear motor, 64 kWh battery with 435 km range, 363-litre boot and a far richer cabin spec. Its 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time is three seconds quicker than the Honda’s 10.7 seconds, while the longer 2,705 mm wheelbase should help its five-seat packaging. Pick based on charging access: the MG’s 150 kW DC charging is a real advantage only if you can use it.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback if you want the RM85,900 entry price, petrol refuelling and a full-size spare tyre.
Pick the MG 4 if you can charge an EV and want 200 hp, 435 km of range, a 363-litre boot and substantially more equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City Hatchback RM85,900; MG 4 RM100,888.
- Power and torque: Honda City Hatchback 119 hp and 145 Nm; MG 4 200 hp and 250 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Honda City Hatchback 10.7 seconds; MG 4 7.7 seconds.
- Boot space: Honda City Hatchback 289 litres; MG 4 363 litres.
- Wheelbase: Honda City Hatchback 2,600 mm; MG 4 2,705 mm.
- Road tax: Honda City Hatchback RM90 per year; MG 4 RM160 per year.
City Hatchback
- RM85,900 price is RM14,988 lower.
- 40-litre petrol tank and full-size spare tyre.
- Paddle shifts and ULTRA Seat rear arrangement.
- 119 hp and 145 Nm trail the MG 4's 200 hp and 250 Nm.
- 289-litre boot is 74 litres smaller.
- Halogen headlamps, manual air-con and no reverse camera.
4
- 200 hp, 250 Nm rear motor and 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 64 kWh battery, 435 km range, 11 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging.
- 363-litre boot, 360-degree camera and blind spot information system.
- RM100,888 price is RM14,988 higher.
- RM160 annual road tax versus RM90.
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare tyre.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM85,900✓ | RM100,888 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM160 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 119 hp | — |
| Torque | 145 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 73 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 200 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 250 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 64 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 435 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 kW |
| V2L | — | 2.5 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.7 seconds | 7.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h✓ | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,350 mm | 4,287 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,836 mm |
| Height | 1,488 mm | 1,504 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,705 mm |
| Weight | 1,149 kg | 1,685 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 289 litres | 363 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 185/60R15 | 235/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/60R15 | 235/45R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full size | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Bridgestone Turanza T005 EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 3 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with 4 Speakers | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Driver Side One Touch Up and Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty |
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 & 4 for sale
City Hatchback vs 4 FAQ
Is the Honda City Hatchback or MG 4 better?
The MG 4 is better for performance, boot space and equipment, with 200 hp, 435 km range and a 363-litre boot. The Honda City Hatchback is the better choice if petrol refuelling, a lower purchase price and a full-size spare matter more.
What is the price difference?
The MG 4 costs RM14,988 more than the Honda City Hatchback.
Which hatchback has more boot space?
The MG 4 has the larger boot at 363 litres, compared with 289 litres in the Honda City Hatchback.