Honda City vs MG 5
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the Honda City stands out with a competitive price of RM 84,900, offering 119 hp and a swift 0-100 km/h time of 10.2 seconds. This performance, combined with superior fuel economy of 5.6 L/100km and a generous boot space of 519 L, makes it an attractive option for those seeking efficiency and practicality in the B-segment sedan market.
Pick the City if you prioritise performance and value for money.
Pick the 5 if you prefer a more spacious interior and slightly higher torque.
Key differences
- Price: RM 84,900 (City) | RM 93,800 (5)
- Power: 119 hp (City) | 112 hp (5)
- Torque: 145 Nm (City) | 150 Nm (5)
- 0–100 km/h: 10.2 s (City) | 11.5 s (5)
- Boot space: 519 L (City) | 401 L (5)
- Length: 4,580 mm (City) | 4,675 mm (5)
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 84,900✓ | RM 93,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,498 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Power | 119 hp✓ | 112 hp |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm✓ |
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 10.2 s✓ | 11.5 s |
| Top speed | 196 km/h | — |
| Efficiency | ||
| Fuel economy | 5.6 L/100km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,580 mm | 4,675 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,842 mm |
| Height | 1,467 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,680 mm |
| Boot space | 519 L✓ | 401 L |
| Fuel tank | 40 L | 45 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| 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
- Excellent fuel economy at 5.6 L/100km
- More boot space at 519 L
- Faster 0-100 km/h time of 10.2 seconds
- Less torque than the 5
- Smaller overall dimensions
5
- More torque at 150 Nm
- Longer wheelbase for better ride comfort
- Premium CBU assembly quality
- Higher price at RM 93,800
- Less boot space at 401 L
City vs 5 FAQ
Is the City or 5 better?
The City offers better performance and fuel efficiency, while the 5 provides a more spacious interior.
What is the price difference?
The City is priced at RM 84,900, while the 5 costs RM 93,800, making the City RM 8,900 cheaper.
How does the boot space compare?
The City has a significantly larger boot space of 519 L compared to the 5's 401 L.