Car Buyer's Guide

Honda Civic: FE1 vs FE Facelift

Honda Civic FE1

Honda Civic FE1

Honda Civic FE Facelift

Honda Civic FE Facelift

Verdict

At RM131,900, the Honda Civic FE1 undercuts the RM133,900 Honda Civic FE Facelift by RM2,000, while both use a 180 hp/240 Nm 1.5-litre turbo, CVT and front-wheel drive, with identical 8.3-second 0-100 km/h claims and 497-litre boots. The facelift’s extra buys a 9.0-inch Google-equipped screen, eight speakers, wireless Apple CarPlay and auto wipers. FE1 answers with remote start, walk-away locking, paddle shifts and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go plus steering assist. For a Malaysian buyer, the facelift is the better cabin-tech buy; FE1 is the sharper-value choice if those driving and convenience details matter.

FE1

Pick the Honda Civic FE1 if you want to save RM2,000 and value remote start, walk-away auto lock, paddle shifts and stop-and-go adaptive cruise control.

FE Facelift

Pick the Honda Civic FE Facelift if a 9.0-inch Google-equipped touchscreen, eight speakers, wireless Apple CarPlay and auto wipers matter more to you.

Key differences

  • Price: RM131,900 | RM133,900
  • Infotainment and speakers: 7.0-inch screen with 4 speakers | 9.0-inch screen with Google Services built-in and 8 speakers
  • Apple CarPlay: wired | wired and wireless
  • Front USB ports: 1 | 2
  • Auto wipers: not listed | fitted
  • Adaptive cruise control: stop-and-go and steering assist | adaptive cruise control

FE1

  • RM2,000 lower purchase price
  • Remote start and walk-away auto lock
  • Paddle shifts and stop-and-go adaptive cruise control with steering assist
  • 7.0-inch screen and four speakers versus 9.0 inches and eight speakers
  • Apple CarPlay is wired only
  • No auto wipers listed

FE Facelift

  • 9.0-inch touchscreen with Google Services built-in
  • Eight-speaker audio and wireless Apple CarPlay
  • Auto wipers and two front USB ports
  • Costs RM2,000 more
  • No paddle shifts listed
  • No remote start or walk-away auto lock listed
Price & overview
PriceRM131,900RM133,900
Body typeSedanSedan
SegmentC-SegmentC-Segment
AssemblyCKDCKD
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM90RM90
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing
Capacity1,498 cc1,498 cc
Horsepower180 hp180 hp
Torque240 Nm240 Nm
FuelPetrolPetrol
Bore73 mm73 mm
Compression Ratio10.310.3
Drivetrain
TransmissionCVT AutomaticCVT Automatic
Transmission NameEarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift
Transmission ManufacturerHonda
DrivelineFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h8.3 seconds8.3 seconds
Rated Economy6 L/100 km
Top Speed200 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,678 mm4,678 mm
Width1,802 mm1,802 mm
Height1,415 mm1,415 mm
Wheelbase2,735 mm2,735 mm
Weight1,349 kg1,349 kg
Fuel Tank47 litres47 litres
Doors44
Seats55
Boot Space497 litres497 litres
Front Tyre215/50R17215/55R16
Rear Tyre215/50R17215/55R16
Spare Tyre16" Space SaverSpace Saver
Factory TyresContinental MaxContact MC5Continental MaxContact MC5
Chassis
AssemblyMalaysia (CKD)Malaysia (CKD)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-LinkMulti-link
Front Wheels16" Alloy16" Alloy
Rear Wheels16" Alloy16" Alloy
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Chassis NotesAgile Handling Assist
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear CurtainDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Child Safety LockManual for Rear DoorsManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
ISOFIXAvailable on 2 Outer Rear SeatsAvailable for 2 Outer Rear Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection (5 to 100 km/h)Yes, Honda Sensing
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsAll Seats
Safety NotesFront Departure Alert, Driver Attention Monitor
Lighting
HeadlampsLED Reflector with Auto High BeamLED Reflector with Auto High Beam
TaillampsLED CombinationLED Combination
LED Daytime Running Lights
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsManual AdjustableManual Adjustable
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding60:40 Split-fold
Front Air-conSingle-zone Automatic Climate ControlSingle-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conRear VentsRear AC Vents
Power Sockets1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear
Interior LightingMap LightsMap Lights
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Audio7.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with 4 Speakers, Wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Driver's and Front Passenger's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchFour Windows, Front Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push Button with Remote StartKeyless Entry (Push Button Start)
LocksKeyless Operation with Walk-away Auto LockKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering AssistAdaptive Cruise Control
Paddle Shift
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationRemote Control ActivationRemote Control Activation
Parking Sensor Front4 Sensors4 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYesYes
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterDigital/AnalogueDigital/Analogue
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage ManufacturerUnlimitedUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer5 years5 years
Warranty NotesFree Labour for Five Times within 100,000 km or Five 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.

FE1 vs FE Facelift FAQ

Is the Honda Civic FE1 or Honda Civic FE Facelift better?

The Honda Civic FE Facelift is better for infotainment, audio and day-to-day convenience, thanks to its 9.0-inch screen, eight speakers, wireless Apple CarPlay and auto wipers. Choose the FE1 for its lower price, paddle shifts, remote start and more detailed adaptive-cruise functions.

What is the price difference?

The Honda Civic FE Facelift costs RM2,000 more: RM133,900 against RM131,900 for the Honda Civic FE1.

Do they have the same performance and practicality?

Yes on the stated figures. Both have a 1,498 cc turbo petrol engine producing 180 hp and 240 Nm, a CVT, front-wheel drive, an 8.3-second 0-100 km/h time, 2,735 mm wheelbase and 497-litre boot.

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