Verdict
The Honda City costs RM84,900 to the Wuling Bingo’s RM67,800, a RM17,100 difference. The City repays that with five seats, a 519-litre boot and a proper active-safety advantage: autonomous braking can detect pedestrians at night and cyclists, while lane-keeping assistance adds steering correction. The Bingo is the cheaper urban EV choice, with a 31.9-kWh battery rated for 273 km and RM20 annual road tax against RM90. But its 395-litre boot and four-seat layout make the Honda the more useful family car.
Pick the Honda City if you need five seats, 519 litres of boot space and autonomous braking with lane-keeping assistance.
Pick the Wuling Bingo if RM67,800 pricing, a 273-km rated EV range and RM20 annual road tax suit your daily use.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City RM84,900; Wuling Bingo RM67,800.
- Power output: Honda City 119 hp and 145 Nm; Wuling Bingo motor 67 hp and 150 Nm.
- Seating and boot space: Honda City five seats and 519 litres; Wuling Bingo four seats and 395 litres.
- Driver assistance: Honda City has autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist; Wuling Bingo has neither.
- Length and height: Honda City 4,580 mm long and 1,467 mm tall; Wuling Bingo 3,950 mm long and 1,580 mm tall.
- Annual road tax: Honda City RM90; Wuling Bingo RM20.
City
- Five seats and a 519-litre boot
- Autonomous braking detects nighttime pedestrians and cyclists
- Adaptive cruise control and rear air-con vents
- RM17,100 dearer and RM70 more annual road tax
- Halogen projector headlamps versus the Bingo’s LED projectors
- Basic Bluetooth radio versus a 10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Bingo
- RM67,800 price and RM20 annual road tax
- 31.9-kWh battery with 273-km rated range
- LED projectors, 10.25-inch touchscreen and powered driver’s seat
- Four seats and a 395-litre boot versus the City’s five seats and 519 litres
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assistance
- 150,000-km manufacturer warranty limit versus the City’s unlimited mileage warranty
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM84,900 | RM67,800✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM20✓ |
| 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 | — | 67 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 150 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 31.9 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 273 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 50 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 | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,580 mm | 3,950 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,708 mm |
| Height | 1,467 mm | 1,580 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,560 mm |
| Weight | 1,125 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 519 litres✓ | 395 litres |
| Front Tyre | 185/60R15 | 185/60R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/60R15 | 185/60R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | — | Linglong Green-Max HP |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 15" Steel Wheels with Hubcaps |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 15" Steel Wheels with Hubcaps |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtains |
| 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 | 4 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 | Front Seats |
| Safety Notes | Lead Car Departure Notification | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-conditioning | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth and 4 Speakers | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto-down Function |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation |
| 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 Operation |
| 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 | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Free Labour for Five Times within 100,000 km or Five Years | 8-year/120,000 km Battery Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Drive Motor Warranty |
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 Bingo FAQ
Is the Honda City or Wuling Bingo better?
The Honda City is better for family use because it has five seats, a 519-litre boot, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assistance. The Wuling Bingo is better for lower upfront cost and EV driving, with a 273-km rated range.
What is the price difference?
The Honda City costs RM17,100 more than the Wuling Bingo: RM84,900 versus RM67,800. Its annual road tax is also RM90, compared with RM20 for the Bingo.
Can the Wuling Bingo carry five people?
No. The Wuling Bingo is registered with four seats and four three-point seat belts. The Honda City has five seats, five three-point seat belts and a larger 519-litre boot.