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Malaysia launch soon: Honda City Hatchback tells Toyota Yaris to move aside

Eric · Oct 21, 2021 12:02 PM

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It’s been a long time coming, but the Honda City Hatchback is almost upon us in Malaysia, as Honda Malaysia has just dropped a teaser of its upcoming B-segment hatchback. The caption "Move aside. Y? Because This. Is. It." is clearly referring to the Toyota Yaris.

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Set to replace the ever-popular GK5 Honda Jazz, the upcoming Honda City Hatchback will aim squarely at the Toyota Yaris, mirroring the Honda City and Toyota Yaris rivalry.

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Also Read: Malaysians are not waiting for City Hatchback; GK5 Honda Jazz is selling fast

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Thailand's City Hatchback e:HEV hybrid shown

Like the Yaris and Vios duo, the upcoming City Hatchback almost certainly will mirror its powertrain options with the GN-series Honda City.

Also Read: Review: Driving the world's first 2020 Honda City RS with i-MMD in Malaysia

 

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Thai-spec City Hatchback shown

 

First and foremost is a naturally-aspirated 1.5-litre DOHC petrol engine that does 121 PS and 145 Nm, mated to a CVT transmission that sends power to the front wheels.

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e:HEV variant confirmed

An e:HEV petrol-electric hybrid combining a 1.5-litre petrol engine and two-motor i-MMD full-hybrid powertrain will be offered as well, judging from the short teaser video. 

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Thai-spec City Hatchback shown

Apart from that, variant and equipment levels are expected to mirror the City sibling, including the inclusion of the Honda LaneWatch camera, Android Auto and Apple Carplay connectivity, as well as the Honda Sensing ADAS suite.

Also Read: All-new 2020 Honda City: Honda Sensing ADAS suite confirmed, 4 variants

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Thai-spec City Hatchback shown

One ace the City Hatchback has up its sleeve is the inclusion of Honda's trick Ultra folding seats, allowing for the rear seats to fold in various way to maximize space.

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Thailand's City Hatchback e:HEV hybrid shown

Prices and launch dates are expected to be announced over the next couple of weeks. 

Between the upcoming Honda City Hatchback and Toyota Yaris, which is your pick?

Eric

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Started from the IT industry but somehow managed to find his way into the automotive industry. If he’s not gaming, he’s constantly tinkering with his daily/weekend car.

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