Verdict
At RM133,900, the Civic is RM26,048 cheaper and its RM90 annual road tax is RM150 lower, making it the easier petrol sedan to buy and keep. The G6 counters with a 248 hp, 440 Nm rear motor, 6.94-second 0-100 km/h time and 480 km EV range from its 68.5 kWh battery. It is also the more practical shape: five doors, a 571-litre boot and a 2,890 mm wheelbase. For buyers able to charge, the Xpeng brings materially more equipment and pace; the Honda remains the lower-cost choice.
Pick the Honda Civic if you want the RM26,048 lower entry price, RM90 annual road tax and a conventional petrol sedan with a space-saver spare tyre.
Pick the Xpeng G6 if you can charge an EV and want 248 hp, 440 Nm, a 571-litre boot and powered ventilated front seats.
Key differences
- Price: Honda Civic RM133,900; Xpeng G6 RM159,948.
- Powertrain: Civic 180 hp/240 Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol; G6 248 hp/440 Nm single motor.
- 0-100 km/h: Civic 8.3 seconds; G6 6.94 seconds.
- Boot space: Civic 497 litres; G6 571 litres.
- Dimensions: Civic 4,678 mm long and 1,802 mm wide; G6 4,758 mm long and 1,920 mm wide.
- Road tax: Civic RM90 per year; G6 RM240 per year.
Civic
- RM26,048 lower purchase price
- RM150 lower annual road tax
- Space-saver spare tyre included
- Slower 8.3-second 0-100 km/h time versus 6.94 seconds
- Smaller 497-litre boot versus 571 litres
- No blind-spot information system or auto parking
G6
- 248 hp and 440 Nm rear motor
- 480 km EV range and up to 382 kW DC charging
- Powered ventilated front seats and panoramic glass roof
- RM26,048 higher purchase price
- RM240 annual road tax versus RM90
- No spare tyre listed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM133,900✓ | RM159,948 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM240 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 180 hp | — |
| Torque | 240 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 73 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 248 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 440 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 68.5 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 480 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 382 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.3 seconds | 6.94 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 202 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,678 mm | 4,758 mm |
| Width | 1,802 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,415 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm | 2,890 mm |
| Weight | 1,349 kg | 2,115 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 47 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 497 litres | 571 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R16 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R16 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental MaxContact MC5 | Maxxis Waltz MS2 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 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 Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | 60:40 Split-folding with Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 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 |
| 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 Sound System |
| 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 Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 120,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery 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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Civic vs G6 FAQ
Is the Honda Civic or Xpeng G6 better?
The Xpeng G6 is better equipped and quicker, with 248 hp, 440 Nm, a 571-litre boot and powered ventilated seats. The Honda Civic is the better choice if lower purchase cost, lower road tax and a petrol powertrain matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Xpeng G6 costs RM26,048 more than the Honda Civic.
Which is more practical for luggage and passengers?
The Xpeng G6 has the larger 571-litre boot against 497 litres, plus a 2,890 mm wheelbase versus 2,735 mm. It also has five doors, while the Civic is a four-door sedan.