Verdict
The Honda City Hatchback is the quicker, more conventional B-segment choice at RM85,900, with 119 hp, a 10.7-second 0-100 km/h time, five seats and AEB. The Wuling Bingo costs RM67,800 and changes the brief: 67 hp, four seats, a 31.9 kWh battery and 273 km of EV range. The odd twist is space, because the smaller Wuling has a 395-litre boot against the Honda’s 289 litres. If you can charge at home, the Bingo makes sense; if this is the only family car, the City Hatchback is easier to recommend.
Pick the Honda City Hatchback if you need five seats, stronger 119 hp performance and the reassurance of listed AEB.
Pick the Wuling Bingo if your use is mainly urban, you can live with four seats and 273 km of EV range suits your charging routine.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City Hatchback RM85,900; Wuling Bingo RM67,800
- Power: Honda City Hatchback 119 hp; Wuling Bingo 67 hp
- Seats: Honda City Hatchback 5; Wuling Bingo 4
- Boot space: Honda City Hatchback 289 L; Wuling Bingo 395 L
- Length: Honda City Hatchback 4,350 mm; Wuling Bingo 3,950 mm
- Road tax: Honda City Hatchback RM90/year; Wuling Bingo RM20/year
City Hatchback
- 119 hp is well ahead of the Wuling’s 67 hp
- Five seats versus the Wuling’s four
- AEB is listed, with six airbags
- Costs RM18,100 more
- Boot is smaller at 289 L
- Higher RM90 yearly road tax
Bingo
- Lower RM67,800 price
- 273 km EV range from a 31.9 kWh battery
- Bigger 395 L boot
- Only four seats
- 67 hp is modest beside the Honda’s 119 hp
- AEB is not listed
| 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.
Used City Hatchback & Bingo for sale
City Hatchback vs Bingo FAQ
Is the Honda City Hatchback or Wuling Bingo better?
The Honda City Hatchback is the better all-rounder because it has five seats, 119 hp and AEB. The Wuling Bingo is better for urban EV use if four seats and 273 km of range are enough.
What is the price difference?
The Wuling Bingo is RM18,100 cheaper than the Honda City Hatchback, at RM67,800 versus RM85,900.
Which car has more boot space?
The Wuling Bingo has the bigger boot at 395 litres. The Honda City Hatchback has 289 litres, despite being the longer car at 4,350 mm versus 3,950 mm.