Honda City Hatchback vs Perodua QV-E
Verdict
The Perodua QV-E changes the argument by being cheaper and much quicker: RM80,000 plays RM85,900, while its 201 hp motor cuts 0–100 km/h to 7.5 seconds against the Honda City Hatchback’s 119 hp and 10.7 seconds. The Honda hits back with a higher 195 km/h top speed and petrol refuelling via a 40-litre tank. For daily Malaysian use, the QV-E also brings a 370 km EV range, 320-litre boot and longer 2,680 mm wheelbase.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback if you want petrol refuelling, a higher 195 km/h top speed and a familiar B-segment hatchback shape.
Pick the Perodua QV-E if you want stronger 201 hp EV performance, a 7.5-second 0–100 km/h time and the bigger 320-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City Hatchback RM85,900; Perodua QV-E RM80,000
- Power: Honda City Hatchback 119 hp; Perodua QV-E 201 hp
- 0–100 km/h: Honda City Hatchback 10.7 s; Perodua QV-E 7.5 s
- Top speed: Honda City Hatchback 195 km/h; Perodua QV-E 165 km/h
- Boot space: Honda City Hatchback 289 L; Perodua QV-E 320 L
- Wheelbase: Honda City Hatchback 2,600 mm; Perodua QV-E 2,680 mm
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 85,900 | RM 80,000✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Engine | 1,498 cc | Single motor |
| Power | 119 hp | 201 hp✓ |
| Torque | 145 Nm | — |
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 10.7 s | 7.5 s✓ |
| Top speed | 195 km/h✓ | 165 km/h |
| Efficiency | ||
| Battery | — | 52.5 kWh |
| EV range | — | 370 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,350 mm | 4,170 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,488 mm | 1,502 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,680 mm |
| Boot space | 289 L | 320 L✓ |
| Fuel tank | 40 L | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 6✓ |
| Road tax / year | RM 90✓ | RM 160 |
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.
City Hatchback
- Higher 195 km/h top speed
- Petrol powertrain with 40-litre tank
- Longer 4,350 mm body
- Slower 10.7-second 0–100 km/h time
- Smaller 289-litre boot
- Shorter 5-year warranty
QV-E
- Quicker 7.5-second 0–100 km/h time
- 201 hp electric motor
- 370 km EV range with 52.5 kWh battery
- Lower 165 km/h top speed
- Shorter 4,170 mm body
- Higher RM160 yearly road tax
City Hatchback vs QV-E FAQ
Is the Honda City Hatchback or Perodua QV-E better?
The Perodua QV-E is better for acceleration, boot space and EV running, with 201 hp, 7.5 seconds to 100 km/h and 320 litres. The Honda City Hatchback suits buyers who want petrol refuelling and a higher 195 km/h top speed.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua QV-E costs RM80,000, while the Honda City Hatchback costs RM85,900. That makes the Perodua RM5,900 cheaper.
Which car is faster?
The Perodua QV-E accelerates faster, doing 0–100 km/h in 7.5 seconds versus the Honda City Hatchback’s 10.7 seconds. The Honda has the higher top speed, at 195 km/h against 165 km/h.