Verdict
The RM14,901 gap favours the Perodua QV-E, which brings a 201 hp, 285 Nm motor and reaches 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds versus the Honda City’s 119 hp, 145 Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine and 10.2 seconds. Its 52.5 kWh battery is rated for 370 km, but factor in the RM215 monthly battery rental for nine years. The City answers with a far larger 519-litre boot against 320 litres, a 40-litre fuel tank and unlimited-mileage five-year warranty. Pick the QV-E for EV performance and equipment; choose the City for luggage space and simpler long-distance refuelling.
Pick the Honda City if you need its 519-litre boot, 40-litre petrol tank and unlimited-mileage five-year warranty.
Pick the Perodua QV-E if you want 201 hp, 285 Nm, a 370 km EV range and stronger driver-assistance hardware for RM14,901 less upfront.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City RM84,900; Perodua QV-E RM69,999.
- Power and torque: Honda City 119 hp and 145 Nm; Perodua QV-E 201 hp and 285 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Honda City 10.2 seconds; Perodua QV-E 7.5 seconds.
- Boot space: Honda City 519 litres; Perodua QV-E 320 litres.
- Wheelbase: Honda City 2,600 mm; Perodua QV-E 2,680 mm.
- Warranty: Honda City five years/unlimited mileage; Perodua QV-E six years/150,000 km.
City
- 519-litre boot is 199 litres larger.
- Unlimited-mileage five-year warranty.
- 40-litre petrol tank and 5.6 L/100 km rated economy.
- 119 hp and 145 Nm trail the QV-E’s 201 hp and 285 Nm.
- 10.2-second 0-100 km/h time is 2.7 seconds slower.
- No blind-spot information system, front parking sensors or 360-degree camera.
QV-E
- 201 hp and 285 Nm motor delivers a 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 52.5 kWh battery with 370 km range, plus 60 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L.
- Gets blind-spot monitoring, front sensors, a 360-degree camera and a 10.25-inch touchscreen.
- RM215 monthly battery rental applies for nine years.
- 320-litre boot is 199 litres smaller than the City’s.
- 150,000 km warranty limit versus the City’s unlimited mileage.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM84,900 | RM69,999✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM160 |
| 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 | — | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 285 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 52.5 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 370 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 60 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 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 | 7.5 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 5.6 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 196 km/h✓ | 165 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,580 mm | 4,170 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,467 mm | 1,502 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,680 mm |
| Weight | 1,125 kg | 1,600 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 519 litres✓ | 320 litres |
| Front Tyre | 185/60R15 | 215/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/60R15 | 215/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Atlas A3 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | RM215 a month for BaaS battery rental (inclusive of tax, and for nine years) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats. |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Nighttime Pedestrian Detection and Cyclist Detection | Yes, ASA 3.0 Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Lead Car Departure Notification | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Projectors with LED Light Bar |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED with LED Light Bar |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-conditioning | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth and 4 Speakers | 10.25" Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up/Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| 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 | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | Free Labour for Five Times within 100,000 km or Five Years | — |
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 QV-E FAQ
Is the Honda City or Perodua QV-E better?
The QV-E is better for acceleration, EV range and equipment, with 201 hp, 370 km range and a 360-degree camera. The City is better for carrying luggage, with a 519-litre boot, and its warranty has no mileage cap.
What is the price difference?
The Perodua QV-E costs RM69,999 and the Honda City costs RM84,900, so the QV-E is RM14,901 cheaper upfront. The QV-E also carries an RM215 monthly battery rental for nine years.
Which is faster, the Honda City or Perodua QV-E?
The Perodua QV-E is faster, reaching 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds. The Honda City takes 10.2 seconds, a 2.7-second gap.