Verdict
At RM67,800, the Wuling Bingo is RM18,100 cheaper and brings a 31.9-kWh battery, 273-km range, 7-kW AC and 50-kW DC charging. Its 395-litre boot also beats the Honda City Hatchback’s 289 litres. But the Honda carries five rather than four, has 119 hp against 67 hp, and adds Honda Sensing autonomous braking, collision warning, steering correction and adaptive cruise control. The City Hatchback is the more complete five-seat choice; the Bingo makes sense for buyers set on an EV with a larger boot and lower annual road tax of RM20 versus RM90.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback if you need five seats and want Honda Sensing safety assistance, 119 hp and adaptive cruise control.
Pick the Wuling Bingo if you want a RM67,800 EV with 273 km of range, a 395-litre boot and RM20 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City Hatchback RM85,900; Wuling Bingo RM67,800.
- Powertrain: Honda City Hatchback 119 hp/145 Nm 1.5-litre petrol; Wuling Bingo 67 hp/150 Nm electric motor.
- Range and charging: Honda City Hatchback has a 40-litre fuel tank; Wuling Bingo has a 31.9-kWh battery, 273-km range, 7-kW AC and 50-kW DC charging.
- Seating and boot space: Honda City Hatchback has 5 seats and 289 litres; Wuling Bingo has 4 seats and 395 litres.
- Length: Honda City Hatchback is 4,350 mm; Wuling Bingo is 3,950 mm.
- Driver assistance: Honda City Hatchback has autonomous braking, collision warning and steering correction; Wuling Bingo has none of these.
City Hatchback
- Five seats with five three-point seat belts.
- Honda Sensing autonomous braking, collision warning and lane steering correction.
- 119 hp and adaptive cruise control.
- Costs RM18,100 more.
- 289-litre boot is 106 litres smaller.
- No reverse camera; the Wuling Bingo has one.
Bingo
- RM67,800 price and RM20 annual road tax.
- 31.9-kWh battery with 273-km range, 7-kW AC and 50-kW DC charging.
- 395-litre boot, LED projector headlamps and a reverse camera.
- Four seats versus the Honda City Hatchback’s five.
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or lane-keeping assistance.
- 67 hp versus the Honda City Hatchback’s 119 hp.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM85,900 | RM67,800✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| 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 | — |
| 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 | — | 67 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 150 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 31.9 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 273 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 50 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 | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,350 mm | 3,950 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,708 mm |
| Height | 1,488 mm | 1,580 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,560 mm |
| Weight | 1,149 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 289 litres | 395 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 185/60R15 | 185/60R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/60R15 | 185/60R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Full size | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Linglong Green-Max HP |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 15" Steel Wheels with Hubcaps |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 15" Steel Wheels with Hubcaps |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtains |
| 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 | 4 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 | Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with 4 Speakers | 10.25" 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-down Function |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| 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 Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/120,000 km Battery Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Drive Motor Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM20✓ |
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 Bingo FAQ
Is the Honda City Hatchback or Wuling Bingo better?
The Honda City Hatchback is better for five occupants and active safety, with Honda Sensing, adaptive cruise control and 119 hp. The Wuling Bingo is better if an EV, a 395-litre boot and a RM18,100 lower purchase price matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Honda City Hatchback costs RM85,900 and the Wuling Bingo costs RM67,800, so the Honda is RM18,100 more expensive.
Can the Wuling Bingo carry five people?
No. The Wuling Bingo has four seats and four three-point seat belts. The Honda City Hatchback has five seats and five three-point seat belts.