Verdict
At RM85,900 against the Neta Neta V's RM100,000, the Honda City Hatchback costs RM14,100 less while bringing a 119 hp, 145 Nm 1.5-litre petrol drivetrain, six airbags and Honda Sensing. Its 2,600-mm wheelbase and ULTRA Seat also make it the more versatile five-seat hatchback. The Neta Neta V answers with EV running, 380 km of range, a 38.54-kWh battery and a 335-litre boot, but its two airbags and lack of autonomous braking matter. Choose it only if home or public charging fits your routine.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback if you want the lower purchase price, six airbags, Honda Sensing and a longer 2,600-mm wheelbase.
Pick the Neta Neta V if a 380-km EV range, 100-kW DC charging, 3.3-kW V2L and a larger boot suit your daily use.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City Hatchback RM85,900; Neta Neta V RM100,000.
- Powertrain: Honda City Hatchback 1,498 cc petrol with 119 hp and 145 Nm; Neta Neta V one motor with 94 hp and 160 Nm.
- Energy storage: Honda City Hatchback 40-litre fuel tank; Neta Neta V 38.54-kWh battery with 380 km range.
- Safety: Honda City Hatchback six airbags with autonomous braking; Neta Neta V two airbags with no autonomous braking.
- Wheelbase and boot: Honda City Hatchback 2,600 mm and 289 litres; Neta Neta V 2,420 mm and 335 litres.
- Top speed: Honda City Hatchback 195 km/h; Neta Neta V 120 km/h.
City Hatchback
- Six airbags, Honda Sensing and lane-keeping steering correction.
- 180 mm longer wheelbase with 60:40 ULTRA Seat flexibility.
- Full-size spare tyre and adaptive cruise control.
- 289-litre boot is 46 litres smaller.
- No EV battery, DC charging or 3.3-kW V2L capability.
Neta V
- 38.54-kWh battery, 380-km range and 100-kW DC charging.
- 335-litre boot and 14.6-inch vertical touchscreen.
- Reverse camera, electronic parking brake and 3.3-kW V2L.
- Two airbags versus the Honda's six, with no autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist.
- 2,420-mm wheelbase and one-piece folding rear seat are less flexible than the Honda's 2,600-mm layout and ULTRA Seat.
- 120-km/h top speed trails the Honda's 195 km/h.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM85,900✓ | RM100,000 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM50✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | — |
| 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 | — | 94 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 160 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 38.54 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 380 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 100 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.7 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h✓ | 120 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,350 mm | 4,070 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,690 mm |
| Height | 1,488 mm | 1,540 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,420 mm |
| Weight | 1,149 kg | 1,151 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 289 litres | 335 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 185/60R15 | 185/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/60R15 | 185/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full size | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Chao Yang Radial RP28 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Trailing Arm |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 16" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 16" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Front 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 on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Driver Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | Halogen Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat | One-piece folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual AC |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | Radio with 4 Speakers | 14.6" Vertical Touchscreen |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Driver Side One Touch Up and Down | Four Windows, Auto Down function |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | 180,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 8 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/180,000 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.
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City Hatchback vs Neta V FAQ
Is the Honda City Hatchback or Neta Neta V better?
The Honda City Hatchback is the better all-round choice for safety and cabin flexibility, with six airbags, Honda Sensing and a 2,600-mm wheelbase. The Neta Neta V is the pick only when its 380-km EV range, charging access and V2L are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Neta Neta V costs RM14,100 more: RM100,000 versus RM85,900 for the Honda City Hatchback.
Which has the larger boot?
The Neta Neta V has the larger boot at 335 litres, beating the Honda City Hatchback's 289 litres by 46 litres. The Honda counters with a 60:40 split-folding ULTRA Seat, while the Neta uses a one-piece folding rear seat.