Verdict
The City Hatchback costs RM85,900 to the Yaris Cross’s RM99,900, leaving RM14,000 in hand while delivering 119 hp and 145 Nm against 105 hp and 138 Nm. Its 10.7-second 0-100 km/h claim also gives the Honda a clear performance reference. The Toyota answers with a 471-litre boot, 182 litres more than the Honda’s 289 litres, plus 18-inch wheels, rear air vents and a 360-degree camera. For a Malaysian family carrying pushchairs or luggage, that space and equipment matter; for buyers prioritising price and output, the Honda makes the sharper case.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback if you want the lower entry price, 119 hp and 145 Nm, plus Honda Sensing automatic emergency braking.
Pick the Toyota Yaris Cross if you need its 471-litre boot, taller SUV body and richer cabin convenience equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City Hatchback RM85,900; Toyota Yaris Cross RM99,900.
- Power and torque: Honda City Hatchback 119 hp and 145 Nm; Toyota Yaris Cross 105 hp and 138 Nm.
- Boot capacity: Honda City Hatchback 289 litres; Toyota Yaris Cross 471 litres.
- Wheels and tyres: Honda City Hatchback 15-inch alloys with 185/60R15 tyres; Toyota Yaris Cross 18-inch two-tone alloys with 215/55R18 tyres.
- Height and wheelbase: Honda City Hatchback 1,488 mm and 2,600 mm; Toyota Yaris Cross 1,655 mm and 2,620 mm.
- Annual road tax: Honda City Hatchback RM90; Toyota Yaris Cross RM120.
City Hatchback
- RM14,000 lower purchase price
- Stronger 119 hp and 145 Nm output
- Honda Sensing automatic emergency braking and paddle shifters
- 289-litre boot is 182 litres smaller
- 15-inch wheels and halogen projector headlamps
- No rear air vents, 360-degree camera or blind-spot monitoring
Yaris Cross
- 471-litre boot
- 18-inch wheels, LED projector headlamps and front fog lamps
- 360-degree camera, blind-spot monitoring and rear air vents
- RM14,000 higher purchase price
- Less power and torque at 105 hp and 138 Nm
- RM120 annual road tax versus RM90
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 85,900✓ | RM 99,900 |
| Body type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| 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 | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp✓ | 105 hp |
| Torque | 145 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 73 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT 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 | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,350 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,488 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,149 kg | 1,150 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 289 litres | 471 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 185/60R15 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/60R15 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full size | Steel 195/65R16 Tyre |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Toyo Proxes R61 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Drums | Solid Discs |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with 4 Speakers | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Driver Side One Touch Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, With 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 |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 90✓ | RM 120 |
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 vs Yaris Cross FAQ
Is the Honda City Hatchback or Toyota Yaris Cross better?
The Honda City Hatchback is the better buy for lower cost, stronger 119 hp and 145 Nm output, and automatic emergency braking. Choose the Toyota Yaris Cross for its much larger 471-litre boot, SUV height, rear air vents and 360-degree camera.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Yaris Cross costs RM14,000 more than the Honda City Hatchback. That gap brings a 471-litre boot, 18-inch wheels, power-adjustable driver’s seat, automatic climate control, rear vents and a 360-degree camera.
Which has the larger boot?
The Toyota Yaris Cross has the larger boot at 471 litres, compared with 289 litres in the Honda City Hatchback. The 182-litre advantage is significant for regular family luggage, prams or bulky shopping.