Honda City vs Proton Persona
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the Honda City offers a well-rounded package with a price of RM 84,900, delivering 119 hp and a 0-100 km/h time of 10.2 seconds, making it a strong contender for those prioritising performance and features. In contrast, the Proton Persona, priced at RM 47,800, provides a more budget-friendly option with a slightly larger engine at 1,597 cc, producing 107 hp and 150 Nm of torque, appealing to those who value affordability over outright performance.
Pick the City if you want a more powerful engine and advanced safety features.
Pick the Persona if you are looking for a more affordable sedan with good torque.
Key differences
- Price: RM 84,900 | RM 47,800
- Power: 119 hp | 107 hp
- Torque: 145 Nm | 150 Nm
- 0–100 km/h: 10.2 s | —
- Airbags: 6 | 4
- ASEAN NCAP: — | 5★
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 84,900 | RM 47,800✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,498 cc | 1,597 cc |
| Power | 119 hp✓ | 107 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 | — |
| Top speed | 196 km/h | — |
| Efficiency | ||
| Fuel economy | 5.6 L/100km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,580 mm | 4,366 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,722 mm |
| Height | 1,467 mm | 1,554 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,555 mm |
| Boot space | 519 L✓ | 510 L |
| Fuel tank | 40 L | 40 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6✓ | 4 |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5★ |
| Auto emergency braking | 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
- Powerful engine with 119 hp
- More advanced safety features
- Spacious boot at 519 L
- Higher price compared to Persona
- Less torque than Persona
- No ASEAN NCAP rating available
Persona
- Affordable price point
- Good torque at 150 Nm
- 5-star ASEAN NCAP safety rating
- Less powerful engine at 107 hp
- Slightly smaller boot space
- Fewer airbags than City
City vs Persona FAQ
Is the City or Persona better?
The Honda City is better for those prioritising performance and features, while the Proton Persona is ideal for budget-conscious buyers.
What is the price difference?
The Honda City is priced at RM 84,900, while the Proton Persona is significantly cheaper at RM 47,800, a difference of RM 37,100.
What are the fuel economies of both models?
The Honda City offers a fuel economy of 5.6 L/100km, while the Proton Persona's fuel economy figures are not specified.