Verdict
At RM84,900, the Honda City is RM15,100 cheaper and better suited to long family use: its 519-litre boot is 184 litres larger, and it has six airbags plus adaptive cruise control with autonomous braking. The Neta Neta V counters with EV running: its 38.54-kWh battery is rated for 380 km, while its 160 Nm motor exceeds the City’s 145 Nm. But its 335-litre boot, two airbags and 120 km/h top speed make it the more specialised urban choice.
Pick the Honda City if you need the larger 519-litre boot, six airbags and a 196 km/h top speed for regular intercity use.
Pick the Neta Neta V if you can charge an EV and want 380 km of rated range, 160 Nm and 100 kW DC charging.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City RM84,900; Neta Neta V RM100,000.
- Power and torque: Honda City 119 hp and 145 Nm; Neta Neta V 94 hp and 160 Nm.
- Energy storage: Honda City has a 40-litre petrol tank; Neta Neta V has a 38.54-kWh ternary lithium battery with 380 km rated range.
- Boot space: Honda City 519 litres; Neta Neta V 335 litres.
- Airbags: Honda City six airbags; Neta Neta V two airbags.
- Top speed: Honda City 196 km/h; Neta Neta V 120 km/h.
City
- 519-litre boot
- Six airbags with autonomous braking
- Rear air-con vents and adaptive cruise control
- 145 Nm trails the Neta Neta V's 160 Nm.
- 15-inch wheels and rear drum brakes versus the Neta Neta V's 16-inch wheels and rear disc brakes.
Neta V
- 38.54-kWh battery rated for 380 km
- 160 Nm electric motor torque
- 6.6 kW AC and 100 kW DC charging
- Two airbags versus the Honda City's six.
- 335-litre boot versus the Honda City's 519 litres.
- No lane-keeping assist or autonomous braking system.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM84,900✓ | RM100,000 |
| Body type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| 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 | — | 94 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 160 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 38.54 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 380 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 100 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 | 10.2 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 5.6 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 196 km/h✓ | 120 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,580 mm | 4,070 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,690 mm |
| Height | 1,467 mm | 1,540 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,420 mm |
| Weight | 1,125 kg | 1,151 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 519 litres✓ | 335 litres |
| Front Tyre | 185/60R15 | 185/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/60R15 | 185/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Chao Yang Radial RP28 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Trailing Arm |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 16" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 16" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger |
| 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 | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Nighttime Pedestrian Detection and Cyclist Detection | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Driver Only |
| Safety Notes | Lead Car Departure Notification | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | Halogen Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | One-piece folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-conditioning | Manual AC |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth and 4 Speakers | 14.6" Vertical Touchscreen |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Down function |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Entry |
| 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 Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | 180,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 8 years |
| Warranty Notes | Free Labour for Five Times within 100,000 km or Five Years | 8-year/180,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM50✓ |
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 vs Neta V FAQ
Is the Honda City or Neta Neta V better?
The Honda City is the better all-round family car, with a 519-litre boot, six airbags and a 196 km/h top speed. Choose the Neta Neta V chiefly for EV use, its 380 km rated range and 160 Nm motor torque.
What is the price difference?
The Neta Neta V costs RM15,100 more than the Honda City: RM100,000 against RM84,900.
Can the Neta Neta V be charged quickly?
Yes. The Neta Neta V accepts Type 2 AC charging at up to 6.6 kW and CCS DC charging at up to 100 kW. The Honda City is petrol-powered and uses a 40-litre fuel tank.