Verdict
At RM109,327 versus RM133,900, the C Facelift leaves RM24,573 in your pocket and carries 519 litres of luggage, 22 litres more than the E Facelift. But the newer car’s 1.5-litre turbo produces 180 hp and 240 Nm, cutting the 0-100 km/h run from 10.4 to 8.3 seconds, while Honda Sensing adds autonomous braking and steering correction. Its annual road tax is also RM90 against RM280. For a Malaysian buyer who wants the stronger daily driver and active safety kit, the E Facelift earns the extra outlay; the C Facelift remains the cheaper, roomier-boot choice.
Pick the C Facelift if you want to spend RM24,573 less, need its 519-litre boot and value the 8-way power driver’s seat.
Pick the E Facelift if you want 180 hp, 240 Nm, Honda Sensing and RM90 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: C Facelift RM109,327; E Facelift RM133,900.
- Power and torque: C Facelift 141 hp/174 Nm; E Facelift 180 hp/240 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: C Facelift 10.4 seconds; E Facelift 8.3 seconds.
- Road tax per year: C Facelift RM280; E Facelift RM90.
- Wheelbase and boot space: C Facelift 2,700 mm/519 litres; E Facelift 2,735 mm/497 litres.
- Driver-assistance systems: C Facelift has no autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist; E Facelift has Honda Sensing autonomous braking and steering correction.
FC Facelift
- RM24,573 lower purchase price
- 519-litre boot, 22 litres larger
- 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat and front foglamps
- 141 hp and 174 Nm trail the E Facelift’s 180 hp and 240 Nm
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or steering correction
- RM280 annual road tax versus RM90
FE Facelift
- 180 hp, 240 Nm and an 8.3-second 0-100 km/h time
- Honda Sensing adds autonomous braking and steering correction
- 9.0-inch touchscreen with Google services, wired Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay
- RM24,573 more expensive
- 497-litre boot is 22 litres smaller
- Manual front-seat adjustment instead of the C Facelift’s 8-way power driver’s seat
What the FC Facelift has over the FE Facelift
What the FE Facelift has over the FC Facelift
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,327✓ | RM133,900 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM280 | RM90✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,115/mo✓ | RM1,365/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,156✓ | RM3,761 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve SOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,799 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 141 hp at 6,500 rpm | 180 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 174 Nm at 4,300 rpm | 240 Nm at 1,700 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 81 mm × 87.3 mm | 73 mm × 89.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 10.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | G-Design Shift CVT | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.4 seconds | 8.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,648 mm | 4,678 mm |
| Width | 1,799 mm | 1,802 mm |
| Height | 1,416 mm | 1,415 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,735 mm |
| Weight | 1,251 kg | 1,349 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 47 litres | 47 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 519 litres✓ | 497 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R16 | 215/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R16 | 215/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental MaxContact MC5 | Continental MaxContact MC5 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 24 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 19 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 7" Advance Display Audio with 8 Speakers | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Front Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive 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, with Multi-angle | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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FC Facelift vs FE Facelift FAQ
Is the Honda Civic FC Facelift or Honda Civic FE Facelift better?
The Honda Civic FE Facelift is better for performance and safety: it has 180 hp, 240 Nm, an 8.3-second 0-100 km/h time and Honda Sensing. Choose the FC Facelift for lower cost, a larger 519-litre boot and a power driver’s seat.
What is the price difference?
The Honda Civic FE Facelift costs RM24,573 more than the Honda Civic FC Facelift, based on RM133,900 versus RM109,327.
Which Civic has the larger boot?
The Honda Civic FC Facelift has the larger boot at 519 litres. The Honda Civic FE Facelift has 497 litres, a 22-litre deficit despite its 35 mm longer wheelbase.