Car Buyer's Guide

Overview

The Honda Civic FE facelift is a C-segment sedan with five seats, sold in Malaysia with 1.5 litre turbo petrol and 2.0 litre e:HEV hybrid drivetrains. It suits buyers who want a conventional sedan body with a choice between petrol and hybrid power. Prices start from RM133,900 for the 1.5 E.

Civic in 2026 — what's new

In Malaysia, the Civic carries on into 2026 as the 2025 FE facelift, with the same four-variant line-up: 1.5 E, 1.5 V, 1.5 RS Turbo and 2.0 RS e:HEV. Recent local updates are sales campaigns rather than a new specification, with promotions listing up to RM12,000 off the Civic. S+ Shift has appeared in 2026 Civic e:HEV news from Thailand and Japan, but the current Malaysian Civic range does not include it.

Variants (4)

RM 133,900 – RM 167,900 · est. from RM 1,365/mo

Which variant to buy

Most buyers should start with the 1.5 E at RM133,900 because it has the same 1,498 cc, 180 hp petrol engine, CVT automatic and five-seat layout as the 1.5 V at RM144,900 and 1.5 RS Turbo at RM149,900. On paper, the extra money buys trim, not a different drivetrain, so check the equipment list. Pay RM167,900 for the 2.0 RS e:HEV only if the petrol hybrid single-ratio setup is what you want.

Colours

across the range — availability varies by variant

  • Canyon River Blue Metallic
  • Crystal Black Pearl Pearl
  • Ignite Red Metallic Metallic
  • Meteoroid Grey Metallic Metallic
  • Platinum White Pearl Pearl

Verdict

The Civic remains a key C-segment sedan in Malaysia because the FE facelift keeps a wide range: three 180 hp turbo petrol variants and one e:HEV hybrid. It is not the cheapest way into the class, with the Proton S70, BYD Seal 6, Aion ES and Mazda 3 Sedan all starting lower. But it sits just below the Toyota Corolla and Peugeot 408 entry prices, and the hybrid gives the range a clear step-up option.

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Honda Civic sales in Malaysia

4,884 registered so far in 2026 — Malaysia's #17 best-selling model this year.

1,539 Jul 2025 Jun 2026 Full Civic sales data, month by month →

Honda Civic resale value

What a used Civic holds of its price, by registration year: the trade-guide value insurers and dealers reference, and the price the market typically asks.

A three-year-old Civic holds about 70% of its original value — stronger than the market average of 65%. The slower the line falls, the better it holds its value.
0% 50% 100% 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Age (years)
Honda Civic Market average
Year Trade guide Typical asking Dealer sold Holds
2026 RM 149,900 100%
2025 RM 130,000 RM 119,800 (31) RM 123,800 80%
2024 RM 121,800 RM 113,000 (58) RM 115,500 74%
2023 RM 112,600 RM 106,800 (80) RM 120,100 70%
2022 RM 97,050 RM 97,800 (125) RM 113,500 70%
2021 RM 86,600 RM 77,800 (118) RM 88,750 58%
2020 RM 78,200 RM 74,800 (196) RM 89,650 58%
2019 RM 68,950 RM 68,300 (104) RM 80,400 55%
2018 RM 61,600 RM 63,800 (218) RM 67,100 51%
2017 RM 57,600 RM 58,000 (172) RM 69,800 45%

Trade-guide and market listing data, West Malaysia. Actual prices vary with condition, mileage and variant; "holds" compares against that year's new price.

Generations

Rivals to consider

same class, similar money

Honda Civic FAQ

How much is the Honda Civic in Malaysia?

The Honda Civic costs RM133,900 to RM167,900 in Malaysia: 1.5 E RM133,900, 1.5 V RM144,900, 1.5 RS Turbo RM149,900 and 2.0 RS e:HEV RM167,900. Prices are on-the-road without insurance.

Which Honda Civic variant should I buy?

Pick the 1.5 E if you want the Civic drivetrain at the lowest price; the 1.5 V and 1.5 RS Turbo use the same 180 hp turbo-CVT base. Choose the 2.0 RS e:HEV if you specifically want the petrol hybrid.

Is the Honda Civic available as a hybrid?

Yes. The 2.0 RS e:HEV is the hybrid Civic, using a 1,993 cc petrol hybrid/REV drivetrain with 141 hp and a single-ratio automatic. The other three variants are 1.5 litre turbo petrol models with a CVT.

Is the 2026 Honda Civic in Malaysia updated with S+ Shift?

No. The Malaysian Civic range carries over as the FE facelift; S+ Shift appears in 2026 Civic e:HEV news for Thailand and Japan, not as a confirmed Malaysian Civic feature.

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