Honda City vs Nissan Almera
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the Honda City offers a more powerful engine with 119 hp compared to the Almera's 99 hp, translating to a quicker 0-100 km/h time of 10.2 seconds. However, the Almera boasts slightly better fuel economy at 5.4 L/100km. The City also provides a larger boot space of 519 litres, making it more practical for families. Ultimately, the choice depends on whether you prioritise performance or efficiency.
Pick the City if you value performance and spaciousness.
Pick the Almera if you prefer better fuel economy and lower road tax.
Key differences
- Engine Capacity: City 1,498 cc | Almera 999 cc
- Power: City 119 hp | Almera 99 hp
- Torque: City 145 Nm | Almera 152 Nm
- Boot Space: City 519 L | Almera 482 L
- Road Tax: City RM 90 | Almera RM 20
- Fuel Economy: City 5.6 L/100km | Almera 5.4 L/100km
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 84,900 | RM 83,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,498 cc | 999 cc |
| Power | 119 hp✓ | 99 hp |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm✓ |
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 10.2 s | — |
| Top speed | 196 km/h | — |
| Efficiency | ||
| Fuel economy | 5.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km✓ |
| CO₂ | — | 125 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,580 mm | 4,495 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,467 mm | 1,460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Boot space | 519 L✓ | 482 L |
| Fuel tank | 40 L | 35 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6✓ | 2 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Road tax / year | RM 90 | RM 20✓ |
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
- More powerful engine for better performance
- Larger boot space for practicality
- More airbags for enhanced safety
- Higher road tax compared to Almera
- Slightly lower fuel economy than Almera
Almera
- Better fuel economy for cost savings
- Lower road tax for budget-friendly ownership
- Adequate torque for city driving
- Less powerful engine may affect performance
- Smaller boot space limits cargo capacity
City vs Almera FAQ
Is the City or Almera better?
The Honda City is generally better for performance and space, while the Almera excels in fuel efficiency and lower ownership costs.
What is the price difference?
The Honda City is priced at RM 84,900, slightly higher than the Almera at RM 83,888.
How do they compare in safety features?
The City offers 6 airbags compared to the Almera's 2, providing better safety for occupants.