Verdict
At RM133,900, the Honda Civic costs RM22,291 less yet brings 180 hp, 240 Nm and an 8.3-second 0-100 km/h time, against the Mazda 6 Sedan’s 153 hp, 200 Nm and 10.5 seconds. It also cuts annual road tax from RM379 to RM90 and adds Honda Sensing autonomous braking, steering lane-keeping and adaptive cruise control. The Mazda is the larger D-segment sedan, however: its 2,830 mm wheelbase is 95 mm longer, with a 62-litre tank, 17-inch tyres and much better front-seat adjustment. Choose based on space and cabin comfort rather than boot volume; the Civic actually has 497 litres to the Mazda’s 489 litres.
Pick the Honda Civic if you want the quicker 180 hp turbo, lower RM90 road tax, Honda Sensing and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty for RM22,291 less.
Pick the Mazda 6 Sedan if you need the 95 mm longer wheelbase, larger 62-litre fuel tank, dual-zone climate control and power-adjustable front seats.
Key differences
- Price: Honda Civic RM133,900; Mazda 6 Sedan RM156,191.
- Performance: Honda Civic 180 hp/240 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 8.3 seconds; Mazda 6 Sedan 153 hp/200 Nm and 10.5 seconds.
- Dimensions: Honda Civic wheelbase 2,735 mm and length 4,678 mm; Mazda 6 Sedan wheelbase 2,830 mm and length 4,865 mm.
- Fuel tank and road tax: Honda Civic 47 litres and RM90/year; Mazda 6 Sedan 62 litres and RM379/year.
- Boot space: Honda Civic 497 litres; Mazda 6 Sedan 489 litres.
- Warranty: Honda Civic five years/unlimited mileage; Mazda 6 Sedan three years/100,000 km.
Civic
- 180 hp and 240 Nm turbo, with an 8.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Honda Sensing autonomous braking, lane-keeping and adaptive cruise control.
- RM90 annual road tax and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- 95 mm shorter wheelbase and 187 mm less overall length.
- Smaller 47-litre fuel tank.
- Manual front-seat adjustment and single-zone climate control.
6 Sedan
- Longer 2,830 mm wheelbase and larger D-segment body.
- 62-litre fuel tank, 17-inch tyres and G-Vectoring Control.
- Eight-way memory driver’s seat, powered passenger seat and dual-zone climate control.
- RM22,291 higher purchase price and RM379 annual road tax.
- Slower 10.5-second 0-100 km/h time with 153 hp and 200 Nm.
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist, plus a shorter three-year/100,000 km warranty.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM133,900✓ | RM156,191 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM379 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 180 hp✓ | 153 hp |
| Torque | 240 Nm✓ | 200 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 73 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3 | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | SkyActiv-Drive with Sport mode |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.3 seconds✓ | 10.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.7 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,678 mm | 4,865 mm |
| Width | 1,802 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,415 mm | 1,450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm | 2,830 mm |
| Weight | 1,349 kg | 1,393 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 47 litres | 62 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 497 litres✓ | 489 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R16 | 225/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R16 | 225/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental MaxContact MC5 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| 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 |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | Halogen projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable 8-way Driver's Seat with Memory, Power Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| 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 Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 front, 2 rear |
| Audio | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay | MZD Connect Touchscreen with radio, CD, MP3, AUX, USB and Bluetooth, 6 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Front Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 3-year/60,000 km free service |
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 & 6 Sedan for sale
Civic vs 6 Sedan FAQ
Is the Honda Civic or Mazda 6 Sedan better?
The Honda Civic is the stronger all-round buy for performance, active safety, road tax and warranty. The Mazda 6 Sedan is better only if its larger cabin footprint, 62-litre tank and more adjustable front seats matter more than the extra cost.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda 6 Sedan costs RM22,291 more than the Honda Civic: RM156,191 versus RM133,900. The Honda also has lower annual road tax, at RM90 versus RM379.
Which has more luggage space?
The Honda Civic has the larger boot by a small margin, at 497 litres versus 489 litres in the Mazda 6 Sedan. The Mazda is physically larger and has a 95 mm longer wheelbase, but it does not win on quoted boot capacity.