Verdict
At RM85,900, the Honda City Hatchback costs RM27,673 more than the RM58,227 Suzuki Swift, but brings a stronger 119 hp/145 Nm 1.5-litre package against 94 hp/130 Nm from the Swift’s 1.4. It is also 500 mm longer, with a 2,600 mm wheelbase and 289-litre boot versus 2,430 mm and 210 litres. For a Malaysian buyer carrying passengers or luggage, those are meaningful gains. The Swift counters with a 1,000 kg kerb weight, 42-litre tank and lower RM70 annual road tax, against 1,149 kg, 40 litres and RM90.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback if you need the larger 289-litre boot, stronger 119 hp output and Honda Sensing safety assistance.
Pick the Suzuki Swift if keeping the purchase price RM27,673 lower, road tax at RM70 and kerb weight at 1,000 kg matters most.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City Hatchback RM85,900; Suzuki Swift RM58,227.
- Power: Honda City Hatchback 119 hp; Suzuki Swift 94 hp.
- Torque: Honda City Hatchback 145 Nm; Suzuki Swift 130 Nm.
- Length: Honda City Hatchback 4,350 mm; Suzuki Swift 3,850 mm.
- Wheelbase: Honda City Hatchback 2,600 mm; Suzuki Swift 2,430 mm.
- Boot space: Honda City Hatchback 289 litres; Suzuki Swift 210 litres.
City Hatchback
- 119 hp and 145 Nm from a 1,498 cc engine.
- 289-litre boot and 2,600 mm wheelbase.
- Honda Sensing, stability control and six airbags.
- Costs RM27,673 more.
- Heavier at 1,149 kg versus 1,000 kg.
- Smaller 40-litre fuel tank versus 42 litres.
Swift
- RM58,227 purchase price.
- 1,000 kg kerb weight.
- 42-litre fuel tank and RM70 annual road tax.
- 94 hp and 130 Nm trail the Honda’s 119 hp and 145 Nm.
- 210-litre boot is 79 litres smaller.
- No stability control, autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or adaptive cruise control.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM85,900 | RM58,227✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM70✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,372 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp✓ | 94 hp |
| Torque | 145 Nm✓ | 130 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift | 4AT |
| Gears | — | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | Jatco |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.7 seconds | —✓ |
| Top Speed | 195 km/h✓ | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,350 mm | 3,850 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,488 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,430 mm |
| Weight | 1,149 kg | 1,000 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 289 litres✓ | 210 litres |
| Front Tyre | 185/60R15 | 175/65R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/60R15 | 175/65R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Full size | — |
| 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" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 15" Steel |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 4 stars — With 2 airbags and no stability control |
| 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 for two outer rear passenger 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 Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual adjustment |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat | 60:40 Split-Folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual air-con |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Front Cabin Light |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with 4 Speakers | — |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Driver Side One Touch Up and Down | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive 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 |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 years |
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 & Swift for sale
City Hatchback vs Swift FAQ
Is the Honda City Hatchback or Suzuki Swift better?
The Honda City Hatchback is the more capable all-rounder: it has 119 hp, a 289-litre boot, six airbags, stability control and Honda Sensing. The Suzuki Swift makes sense chiefly for buyers prioritising its much lower outlay and 1,000 kg weight.
What is the price difference?
The Honda City Hatchback costs RM27,673 more than the Suzuki Swift. That gap also brings 25 hp, 15 Nm, 79 litres more boot space, stability control and Honda Sensing.
Which has better safety equipment?
The Honda City Hatchback has the stronger active-safety kit, with stability control, autonomous braking, collision warning, lane-keeping steering correction and adaptive cruise control. It also has front side and curtain airbags; the Swift has driver and front-passenger airbags only.