Car Buyer's Guide

Honda City Hatchback 1.5 e:HEV RS

GN5/GN6 Facelift · launched May 16 2024 · Hatchback · CKD

The Honda City Hatchback 1.5 e:HEV RS is the top of 5 City Hatchback variants, priced at RM112,900.

Honda City Hatchback 1.5 e:HEV RS

Colours — exterior

  • Ignite Red Metallic Metallic
  • Meteoroid Gray Metallic Metallic
  • Phoenix Orange Pearl Pearl
  • Platinum White Pearl Pearl

Colours — interior

  • Black dash
  • Black seats

How this variant compares

1.5 RS Petrol is RM12,000 cheaper. The 1.5 e:HEV RS lists the same equipment — the difference is trim or colour.

Powertrain

Engine Tech
16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift
Capacity
1,498 cc
Horsepower
97 hp
Torque
127 Nm
Fuel
Petrol Hybrid/REV
Bore
73 mm
Compression Ratio
10.6
Number of Motors
1
Motor Horsepower
108 hp
Motor Torque
253 Nm
Battery Capacity
1.3 kWh

Drivetrain

Transmission
eCVT Automatic
Transmission Name
EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift
Transmission Manufacturer
Honda
Driveline
Front Wheel Drive

Performance & Efficiency

0-100 km/h
10.7 seconds
Top Speed
177 km/h

Dimensions

Length
4,369 mm
Width
1,748 mm
Height
1,488 mm
Wheelbase
2,600 mm
Weight
1,163 kg
Fuel Tank
40 litres
Doors
5
Seats
5
Boot Space
289 litres
Front Tyre
185/55R16
Rear Tyre
185/55R16
Spare Tyre
Tyre Repair Kit
Factory Tyres
Toyo Proxes R57

Chassis

Assembly
Malaysia (CKD)
Front Suspension
MacPherson Struts
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Front Wheels
16" Alloy
Rear Wheels
16" Alloy
Steering
Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)

Safety

Airbags
Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Child Safety Lock
Manual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts
5 Three-point
ISOFIX
Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats
Autonomous Braking System
Yes, Honda Sensing
Lane-keeping Assist
Steering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt Reminder
All Seats

Lighting

Headlamps
Halogen Projector
Taillamps
LED Combination
LED Daytime Running Lights
Front Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators

Cabin

Front Seats
Manual Adjustable
Rear Seats
Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat
Front Air-con
Single-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-con
Rear AC Vents
Power Sockets
1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB
Interior Lighting
Map Lights
Cup Holders
2 Front, 2 Rear
Audio
8" Display Audio with Bluetooth, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight speakers

Comfort & access

Power Windows
Driver Side One Touch Up and Down
Engine Start
Keyless Push Button
Locks
Keyless Operation
Boot Operation
Remote Control Activation
Folding Wing Mirrors
Parking Brake
Handbrake

Driving aids

Auto Headlamps
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow
Paddle Shift
Hill Start Assist

Steering wheel

Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic

Parking & cameras

Parking Sensor Rear
2 Sensors
Reverse Camera
Yes, with 360 Degree Camera

Infotainment

Bluetooth
Instrument Cluster
Electroluminescent Analogue

Warranty

Warranty Mileage Manufacturer
Unlimited
Warranty Manufacturer
5 years

1.5 e:HEV RS FAQ

How much is the Honda City Hatchback 1.5 e:HEV RS in Malaysia?

The Honda City Hatchback 1.5 e:HEV RS is priced at RM112,900 OTR (Peninsular Malaysia, without insurance) — about RM1,155/mo a month on a 9-year loan at 2.5% flat.

What is the difference between the 1.5 e:HEV RS and the 1.5 RS Petrol?

The 1.5 e:HEV RS costs RM12,000 more than the 1.5 RS Petrol but lists the same equipment — the difference is down to trim or colour.

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