Verdict
This is a straight old City versus facelift City call: the Honda City GN2/GN3 Facelift costs RM84,900 against RM71,744 for the Honda City GM6, a RM13,156 gap for more safety kit and a larger body rather than a different drivetrain. Both use a 1.5-litre petrol engine, CVT and front-wheel drive, with torque identical at 145 Nm. The newer car is only 0.3 seconds quicker to 100 km/h, but gets six airbags and AEB; the GM6 keeps the bigger 536-litre boot.
Pick the Honda City GM6 if you want the lower buy-in, the 536-litre boot and the same 2,600 mm wheelbase without paying for the newer car’s safety additions.
Pick the Honda City GN2/GN3 Facelift if six airbags, auto emergency braking and the larger 4,580 mm body matter more than saving RM13,156.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City GM6 RM71,744; Honda City GN2/GN3 Facelift RM84,900
- Power and torque: Honda City GM6 118 hp/145 Nm; Honda City GN2/GN3 Facelift 119 hp/145 Nm
- Acceleration and top speed: Honda City GM6 10.5 s/190 km/h; Honda City GN2/GN3 Facelift 10.2 s/196 km/h
- Size: Honda City GM6 4,440 x 1,695 x 1,477 mm; Honda City GN2/GN3 Facelift 4,580 x 1,748 x 1,467 mm
- Boot space: Honda City GM6 536 litres; Honda City GN2/GN3 Facelift 519 litres
- Safety kit: Honda City GM6 2 airbags/no AEB; Honda City GN2/GN3 Facelift 6 airbags/AEB
GM6
- Lower listed price by RM13,156
- Bigger 536-litre boot
- Same 2,600 mm wheelbase and 40-litre fuel tank
- Only 2 airbags
- No auto emergency braking listed
- Slower 10.5-second 0-100 km/h time
GN2/GN3 Facelift
- 6 airbags and auto emergency braking
- Slightly quicker 10.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- Wider and longer body
- Costs RM13,156 more
- Smaller 519-litre boot
- No torque gain over the GM6
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM71,744✓ | 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 | 4,440 mm | 4,580 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,748 mm |
| Height | 1,477 mm | 1,467 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,600 mm |
| Weight | 1,075 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 | 15" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15 | 15" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 4 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 | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | 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 |
| 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 | 2 Front, 4 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with Four 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 | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | 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 |
| Parking Brake | — | 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 vs GN2/GN3 Facelift FAQ
Is the Honda City GM6 or Honda City GN2/GN3 Facelift better?
The Honda City GN2/GN3 Facelift is the better safety pick with 6 airbags and AEB. The Honda City GM6 is better if price and boot space matter more, as it costs less and has 536 litres versus 519 litres.
What is the price difference?
The Honda City GN2/GN3 Facelift is RM13,156 more expensive, at RM84,900 versus RM71,744 for the Honda City GM6.
Do they use different engines?
Not in any meaningful way. The Honda City GM6 has a 1,497 cc petrol engine with 118 hp and 145 Nm, while the Honda City GN2/GN3 Facelift has a 1,498 cc petrol engine with 119 hp and 145 Nm. Both use a CVT.