Verdict
At RM133,900, the Honda Civic costs RM22,900 less and its RM90 annual road tax is far easier on the wallet than the Jetour T2’s RM439. The Civic is the lighter, lower 1,349-kg sedan, with a claimed 0-100 km/h time of 8.3 seconds. But the RM156,800 T2 brings 241 hp, 375 Nm and all-wheel drive against 180 hp, 240 Nm and front-wheel drive, plus a 580-litre boot. It is also 201 mm wider, so urban parking needs more care. Choose body style and daily use first here.
Pick the Honda Civic if you want the RM22,900 cheaper, 1,349-kg sedan with a claimed 8.3-second 0-100 km/h time and RM90 yearly road tax.
Pick the Jetour T2 if you need all-wheel drive, 241 hp and 375 Nm, a 580-litre boot, and its more generously equipped SUV cabin.
Key differences
- Price: Honda Civic RM133,900; Jetour T2 RM156,800.
- Power and torque: Honda Civic 180 hp and 240 Nm; Jetour T2 241 hp and 375 Nm.
- Driveline: Honda Civic front-wheel drive; Jetour T2 all-wheel drive.
- Road tax per year: Honda Civic RM90; Jetour T2 RM439.
- Boot space: Honda Civic 497 litres; Jetour T2 580 litres.
- Kerb weight: Honda Civic 1,349 kg; Jetour T2 1,880 kg.
Civic
- RM22,900 lower purchase price
- RM349 lower annual road tax
- Claimed 8.3-second 0-100 km/h time
- Front-wheel drive versus the T2’s all-wheel drive
- Less power and torque: 180 hp/240 Nm versus 241 hp/375 Nm
- Smaller 497-litre boot versus 580 litres
T2
- 241 hp, 375 Nm and all-wheel drive
- 580-litre boot and 70-litre fuel tank
- Ventilated power front seats, panoramic glass roof and 360-degree camera
- RM22,900 higher purchase price
- RM439 annual road tax versus RM90
- Much heavier at 1,880 kg versus 1,349 kg
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM133,900✓ | RM156,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 180 hp | 241 hp✓ |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 375 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 73 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3 | 9.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.3 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,678 mm | 4,785 mm |
| Width | 1,802 mm | 2,006 mm |
| Height | 1,415 mm | 1,880 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm | 2,800 mm |
| Weight | 1,349 kg | 1,880 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 47 litres | 70 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 497 litres | 580 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R16 | 255/60R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R16 | 255/60R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental MaxContact MC5 | Giti 4x4 AT71 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| 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 Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Ventilation Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Shade |
| Audio | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Sony Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Front Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine 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.
Used Civic & T2 for sale
Civic vs T2 FAQ
Is the Honda Civic or Jetour T2 better?
The Civic is the better choice for lower purchase and annual road-tax costs, plus a lighter sedan format. The T2 is better if you need SUV space, all-wheel drive and stronger outputs: 241 hp and 375 Nm.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour T2 costs RM156,800, which is RM22,900 more than the Honda Civic at RM133,900.
Which has the larger boot?
The Jetour T2 has the larger boot at 580 litres, 83 litres more than the Honda Civic’s 497 litres. Both seat five and have 60:40 split-folding rear seats.