Verdict
The Honda Civic is the cheaper, lower-slung sedan at RM133,900, while the Zeekr X is a RM158,800 electric SUV with a much harder acceleration hit. The Zeekr’s single motor makes 335 hp and 373 Nm, cutting 0-100 km/h to 5.3 seconds against the Civic’s 180 hp, 240 Nm and 8.3 seconds. But the Civic fights back with a 497-litre boot, RM90 road tax and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty. The Zeekr X is quicker and richer on kit; the Civic is easier to justify on running costs and luggage space.
Pick the Honda Civic if you want the lower purchase price, bigger 497-litre boot, petrol convenience and lower RM90 road tax.
Pick the Zeekr X if you want EV performance, a 440 km range, 200 kW DC charging and more cabin tech.
Key differences
- Power: Honda Civic 180 hp and 240 Nm; Zeekr X 335 hp and 373 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: Honda Civic 8.3 seconds; Zeekr X 5.3 seconds
- Boot space: Honda Civic 497 litres; Zeekr X 404 litres
- Size: Honda Civic 4,678 mm long and 1,415 mm tall; Zeekr X 4,432 mm long and 1,566 mm tall
- Road tax: Honda Civic RM90 per year; Zeekr X RM395 per year
- Warranty mileage: Honda Civic 5 years unlimited mileage; Zeekr X 5 years or 150,000 km, plus 8 years/160,000 km battery warranty
Civic
- Costs RM24,900 less to buy
- Larger 497-litre boot
- Lower RM90 annual road tax and unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty
- Much slower to 100 km/h: 8.3 seconds versus 5.3 seconds
- Less power and torque: 180 hp/240 Nm versus 335 hp/373 Nm
- Misses the Zeekr X’s 360-degree monitor, head-up display and powered ventilated front seats
X
- Far stronger EV performance with 335 hp, 373 Nm and 5.3-second 0-100 km/h
- 440 km EV range, 11 kW AC charging and 200 kW DC charging
- Gets a 14.6-inch touchscreen, 13-speaker Yamaha audio and 360-degree monitor
- Costs RM24,900 more to buy
- Smaller 404-litre boot
- No spare tyre; it uses a tyre repair kit
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 133,900✓ | RM 158,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 180 hp | — |
| Torque | 240 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 73 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 373 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Nickel Mangenese Cobalt |
| Battery Capacity | — | 66 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 440 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 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 | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,678 mm | 4,432 mm |
| Width | 1,802 mm | 1,836 mm |
| Height | 1,415 mm | 1,566 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,349 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 47 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 497 litres✓ | 404 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R16 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R16 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental MaxContact MC5 | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| 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 & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| 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 |
| 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 | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation Functions and Memory 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-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights, Intelligent 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 | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 13-speaker Yamaha 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 Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| 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, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Powered Front Doors |
| 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 | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 90✓ | RM 395 |
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.
Civic vs X FAQ
Is the Honda Civic or Zeekr X better?
The Zeekr X is better for performance and equipment, with 335 hp, 373 Nm and a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time. The Honda Civic is better for value, luggage space and lower road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr X costs RM24,900 more than the Honda Civic, at RM158,800 versus RM133,900.
Which has more boot space?
The Honda Civic has the bigger boot at 497 litres. The Zeekr X has 404 litres, so the Civic is the easier pick if luggage space matters.