Honda City News in Malaysia

The 1-on-1 fight between the Toyota Vios and Honda City shows no sign of letting up as the latter has managed to stage a sales comeback after falling behind its rival since March 2024, as shown by JPJ's data. Honda shifted 2,661 units of the sedan in June 2024, 500 units above the Vios' 2,161 cars. It's also a new monthly record for Honda, with June's figure being the most they've sold thus far this year. Comparitively, the Vios' best month was in March 2024, where it peaked with 3,119 units sol

Sanjay

Jul 9, 2024

Honda Malaysia announced the upgraded Honda Insurance Plus (HiP) that offers three enhanced benefits: unlimited mileage towing, a 100% payout for up to 15 years, and 100% coverage on accidental repairs (no betterment) for up to 13 years. Honda Malaysia's Managing Director and CEO, Mr. Hironobu Yoshimura, stated, “Since its launch in 2002, HiP has been known for its comprehensive protection. Our new tagline, 'Maximise Coverage, Maximise Smiles', reflects our commitment to enhancing the experience

Sanjay

Jul 5, 2024

"It's better to drive a slow car fast than to drive a fast car slow." You've likely heard this cliché, typically uttered by the driver of a slower car who nearly matches the times of those in more powerful vehicles during competitions. While often misunderstood, there's truth to it. Mastering speed in a slower car is genuinely easier, which is why many professionals start with go-karts before moving on to faster cars, gradually developing their driving skills. This progression is fundamental to

Shaun

Jun 14, 2024

Racing demands discipline, dedication, effort, experience, and money. But for the Honda Malaysia Racing Team (HMRT), things are a bit different. This team consists of employees from various departments within the organisation who participate voluntarily, without additional benefits. This arrangement piques curiosity about their mindset and motivation. While race experience is crucial for success in motorsports, HMRT has shown that it isn't always necessary. The team consistently includes a signi

Shaun

Jun 12, 2024

If you've been eyeing a new Honda, this deal is one you should perk up for: Honda Malaysia's 'Joy Joy Enjoy Deals' for June 2024 offers up to RM10,000 off on selected models. You can choose from cars made in 2023 (MY2023) or the new MY2024 stock, with better discounts on the MY2023 cars. Most CKD models are included, except for the new CR-V and the recently facelifted City Hatchback. Starting with the 2023 stock, the Civic has an RM 10,000 discount across the range, while the City Hybrid RS also

Sanjay

Jun 6, 2024

Honda Malaysia is off to a rousing start this year, as the company has recorded sales of 21,500 units in Q1 2024, on track for their total sales goal of 95,000 units for the entirety of this year. This is a whopping 23% increase over Q1 2023, in which the company sold circa 16,500 cars. According to a senior official within the company, Q1 2024's numbers were led by the HR-V, City, and CR-V. To recap, the two SUVs were last year's No.1 in their respective segments' sales figures. Hironobu Yoshim

Sanjay

May 16, 2024

Honda Malaysia Racing Team (HMRT) is revving up excitement as they prepare their new Honda City sedan and Hatchback race cars for their much-anticipated return to this year's Sepang 1000km (S1K) endurance race. Typically held in November, the S1K will test the mettle and endurance of both cars over the 9-hour long (~172 lap) race. These 2 race cars, according to HMRT sources, are equipped with the same standard 121 PS/145 Nm 1.5-litre DOHC 4-cylinder engine as a standard car in Honda showrooms,

Arvind

May 2, 2024

In response to the burgeoning demand in the used car market, Honda Malaysia is expanding their Honda Certified Used Car (HCUC) network, setting up an additional 32 sales hubs nationwide. This significant expansion aims to meet the increasing number of customers seeking pre-owned Honda vehicles or looking to trade in their current ones. HCUC services are available in the company's showrooms across the country since 2022. Vehicles under the HCUC banner have been given a comprehensive 288-point ins

Sanjay

Mar 14, 2024

Continuing from Honda Malaysia's notable achievement of being the nation's No. 1 non-national passenger car brand here, the company also witnessed a substantial surge in sales for its e:HEV range of hybrid models. Cumulative sales of its Civic, City, City Hatchback, and HR-V, RS e:HEV hybrid models clocked an impressive tally of over 7,700 units in 2023. This represents a circa 87% growth over 2022's 4,100 units sold. Also read: Review: 2023 Honda Civic (FE) e:HEV RS hybrid - Fast, cool fuel-sip

Sanjay

Jan 24, 2024

Honda Malaysia announced today that it has achieved its annual sales target for 2023, surpassing 80,000 units in total sales. This accomplishment marks the tenth consecutive year that Honda Malaysia has retained its No.1 position in the Non-National Passenger Vehicle Segment since 2014. The year 2023 witnessed gradual recovery and a positive outlook, with the launches of four new models in the second half of the year: WR-V, City facelift, Civic Type R, and the all-new CR-V. Top selling Honda mod

Sanjay

Jan 24, 2024