Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the GM6 Facelift saves RM11,064 and gives you a larger 536-litre boot, while retaining the same 2,600 mm wheelbase, 145 Nm and 40-litre tank. It is the sharper used-car value call if luggage room and purchase price matter most. The GN2/GN3 Facelift is 10.2 seconds to 100 km/h against 10.5, but its real case is safety: six airbags, autonomous braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, steering correction and adaptive cruise control. Pay the extra if those systems matter to your daily commute.
Pick the Honda City GM6 Facelift if you want the lower RM73,836 price and a 536-litre boot.
Pick the Honda City GN2/GN3 Facelift if you will pay RM84,900 for six airbags, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control.
Key differences
- Price: GM6 Facelift RM73,836; GN2/GN3 Facelift RM84,900.
- Performance: GM6 Facelift 118 hp and 0-100 km/h in 10.5 seconds; GN2/GN3 Facelift 119 hp and 10.2 seconds.
- Size: GM6 Facelift is 4,442 mm long and 1,694 mm wide; GN2/GN3 Facelift is 4,580 mm long and 1,748 mm wide.
- Boot space: GM6 Facelift 536 litres; GN2/GN3 Facelift 519 litres.
- Safety: GM6 Facelift has two airbags; GN2/GN3 Facelift has six airbags plus autonomous braking.
- Weight: GM6 Facelift 1,084 kg; GN2/GN3 Facelift 1,125 kg.
GM6 Facelift
- RM11,064 less expensive.
- Larger 536-litre boot.
- 41 kg lighter.
- Only two airbags versus six.
- No autonomous braking, steering correction or adaptive cruise control.
- Slower 10.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
GN2/GN3 Facelift
- Six airbags and autonomous braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection.
- Adaptive cruise control, steering correction and multi-angle reverse camera.
- Quicker 10.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Costs RM11,064 more.
- 519-litre boot is 17 litres smaller.
- 41 kg heavier.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM73,836✓ | RM84,900 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve SOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift |
| Capacity | 1,497 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 118 hp | 119 hp✓ |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3 | 10.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | G-Design Shift CVT | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | —✓ | 5.6 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 196 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,442 mm | 4,580 mm |
| Width | 1,694 mm | 1,748 mm |
| Height | 1,477 mm | 1,467 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,600 mm |
| Weight | 1,084 kg | 1,125 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 536 litres✓ | 519 litres |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R15 | 185/60R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R15 | 185/60R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 15" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 15" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars — With 2 airbags with no stability control | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | 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 |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, with Nighttime Pedestrian Detection and Cyclist Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Lead Car Departure Notification |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-conditioning |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 4 Front, 4 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers | Radio with Bluetooth and 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive 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 |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Free labour for 1,000 km, 10,000 km, 30,000 km, 50,000 km, 70,000 km and 90,000 km intervals | 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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GM6 Facelift vs GN2/GN3 Facelift FAQ
Is the Honda City GM6 Facelift or Honda City GN2/GN3 Facelift better?
The GN2/GN3 Facelift is better equipped for safety, with six airbags, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control. The GM6 Facelift is the better value choice if its RM11,064 lower price and 536-litre boot matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Honda City GN2/GN3 Facelift costs RM84,900, which is RM11,064 more than the Honda City GM6 Facelift at RM73,836.
Which Honda City has the bigger boot?
The Honda City GM6 Facelift has the bigger boot at 536 litres. The Honda City GN2/GN3 Facelift has 519 litres, a 17-litre deficit despite being 138 mm longer.