Honda City Hatchback vs Toyota Yaris
Verdict
The Honda City Hatchback and Toyota Yaris are both strong contenders in the B-segment hatchback market. The City Hatchback offers more power with 119 hp compared to the Yaris' 105 hp, making it a better choice for those seeking performance. However, the Yaris excels in safety with a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating and an additional airbag. Price-wise, the City Hatchback is slightly more affordable at RM 85,900 compared to the Yaris at RM 88,000. Both models offer similar features, but the City Hatchback's larger dimensions may provide a more spacious feel.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback if you value more power and slightly lower price.
Pick the Toyota Yaris if you prioritise safety features and a proven safety rating.
Key differences
- Price: RM 85,900 | RM 88,000
- Power: 119 hp | 105 hp
- Torque: 145 Nm | 150 Nm
- Length: 4,350 mm | 4,140 mm
- Airbags: 6 | 7
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 85,900✓ | RM 88,000 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,498 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Power | 119 hp✓ | 105 hp |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm✓ |
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 10.7 s | — |
| Top speed | 195 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,350 mm | 4,140 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Height | 1,488 mm | 1,475 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,550 mm |
| Boot space | 289 L✓ | 286 L |
| Fuel tank | 40 L | 42 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 7✓ |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5★ |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Road tax / year | RM 90 | RM 90 |
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
- More powerful engine
- Slightly cheaper
- Larger boot space
- Fewer airbags
- No ASEAN NCAP rating
Yaris
- 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating
- More airbags
- Larger fuel tank
- Less powerful engine
- Slightly more expensive
City Hatchback vs Yaris FAQ
Is the Honda City Hatchback or Toyota Yaris better?
The Honda City Hatchback offers more power and is slightly cheaper, while the Toyota Yaris provides better safety features and a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating.
What is the price difference?
The Honda City Hatchback is RM 2,100 cheaper than the Toyota Yaris.
Which car has better safety features?
The Toyota Yaris has better safety features, including a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating and seven airbags compared to the City Hatchback's six.