New City Hybrid is here

HONDA Malaysia has introduced the new City Sport Hybrid i-DCD that is now open for booking at all 91 dealers nationwide. With this launch, Malaysia once again becomes the only country outside of Japan to introduce this new powertrain in a City, and supports Honda Malaysia’s strategy of focusing on its “Next Generation Advanced Technology” initiative.
The hybrid Cuty is priced at RM89,200 (without insurance), making it an “extremely attractive and the most complete saloon with a sporty drive, which is packed with value-for-money features, advanced technology and advanced safety technology to provide drivers with the thrill of driving”, says Honda.
The new City Hybrid is the second hybrid model introduced this year after the new Jazz Hybrid, and is the fifth new model in Honda Malaysia’s product line-up for 2017.
The new City Hybrid is powered by a 1.5L DOHC i-VTEC engine combined with a seven-speed dual clutch transmission (DCT) with Integrated High Power Motor. Both the engine and Integrated High Power Motor allow the engine to deliver up to 135hp and 170Nm torque equivalent to a 1.8-litre engine. Its fuel efficiency is recorded at 3.9 litres per 100km*, and for better power delivery, Honda uses a lithium-ion battery, which has higher capacity and is more durable.
Other features include an advanced 3D meter design (multi-Information display) to provide a variety of information such as energy flow, sport meter, fuel economy, drive info, customisation and ECO display at a glance.
The City Hybrid maintains the City’s large boot space at 536 litres (the same as the petrol variant and biggest in its segment), even with the Intelligent Power Unit (IPU) battery placed underneath it. There’s also 6.80-inch display audio, touch panel air-conditioning, daytime running lights, LED tail lights, and 16-inch dual tone alloy wheels. Its safety features include four airbags, Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), reverse camera and Emergency Stop Signal (ESS).
The colour options are Lunar Silver Metallic, Modern Steel Metallic and White Orchid Pearl. Meanwhile, warranty will be maintained at five years with unlimited mileage at 10,000 km service intervals. The lithium-ion battery has eight years warranty, in addition to the standard warranty.
Honda Malaysia has started the production of new City Hybrid which will be available at selected dealerships for test drive starting mid-August onwards. They are already available for test drives at selected dealerships.
* UN R101 test result for City Hybrid 3.9 litres per 100km.