Verdict
At RM67,800, the Wuling Bingo undercuts the RM85,900 Honda City Hatchback by RM8,100, brings a 31.9-kWh battery with 273 km of stated range, and costs RM20 a year in road tax against RM90. It is the more affordable EV, with a 395-litre boot, LED projectors and a 10.25-inch touchscreen. But it is a four-seater and 400 mm shorter. The Honda carries five, has Honda Sensing with autonomous braking and steering correction, plus a 119-hp, 145-Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine for buyers who do not want to plan charging.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback if you need five seats, Honda Sensing safety assistance and the flexibility of a 1.5-litre petrol hatchback.
Pick the Wuling Bingo if a lower RM67,800 entry price, 273 km EV range and a larger 395-litre boot matter more than a fifth seat.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City Hatchback RM85,900; Wuling Bingo RM67,800.
- Powertrain: Honda City Hatchback 1.5-litre, 119 hp and 145 Nm petrol; Wuling Bingo single 67-hp, 150-Nm motor with a 31.9-kWh battery.
- Size: Honda City Hatchback 4,350 mm long with a 2,600 mm wheelbase; Wuling Bingo 3,950 mm long with a 2,560 mm wheelbase.
- Seating and boot: Honda City Hatchback five seats and 289 litres; Wuling Bingo four seats and 395 litres.
- Driver assistance: Honda City Hatchback has Honda Sensing autonomous braking and steering correction; Wuling Bingo has neither.
- Road tax: Honda City Hatchback RM90 per year; Wuling Bingo RM20 per year.
City Hatchback
- Five seats and a 2,600-mm wheelbase.
- Honda Sensing autonomous braking and lane steering correction.
- 119-hp petrol engine, 195 km/h top speed and full-size spare tyre.
- Costs RM8,100 more.
- Smaller 289-litre boot versus 395 litres.
- No reverse camera, while the Wuling has one.
Bingo
- RM67,800 price and RM20 annual road tax.
- 31.9-kWh battery, 273 km range and 50-kW DC charging.
- 395-litre boot, LED projectors and 10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Four seats instead of five.
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist.
- 67 hp versus the Honda's 119 hp.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM85,900 | RM67,800✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM20✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 400V architecture |
| 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 |
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 is better for five occupants and active safety, thanks to Honda Sensing autonomous braking and steering correction. The Wuling is better for a lower purchase price, EV driving, a 395-litre boot and a reverse camera.
What is the price difference?
The Honda City Hatchback costs RM85,900 and the Wuling Bingo costs RM67,800, so the Honda is RM8,100 more expensive.
How far can the Wuling Bingo travel on one charge?
The Wuling Bingo has a 31.9-kWh battery and a stated EV range of 273 km. It supports AC charging at up to 7 kW and DC charging at up to 50 kW.