IT’S the time of year, when it’s out with the old and in with the new!
The arrival of a new year often heralds new resolutions, either to turn over a new leaf or embark on the road towards achieving grand accomplishments. It is also when families and friends come together to give the year that was a great send off, while welcoming the new one with open arms.
Coming on its heels is the Chinese New Lunar Year, a time when many individuals and families living away from their hometowns will revisit their roots.
Every Malaysian would be familiar with this ritual during the festive seasons, as one of many people in a flurry of travel in and out of cities and outlying towns to visit ancestral homes and be with loved ones, as well as renew precious bonds that tie whole communities together.
The busy traffic seen during festive seasons demonstrate the importance of cars for visiting and more.
Most people also prefer to start off a festive season with a change for the better, usually through home renovations or simply by buying new furniture and drapes. Sometimes, these purchases extend beyond just furniture in the home. Many will even consider changing their cars.
And if you are among those looking to either buy a new car or trade your existing model for a new one, the general consensus is to look for cars in the duration between November and March the following year.
As most new car models make their debut in October, you will have a comfortable space of two months to do thorough research before deciding on the make and model that best suits your lifestyle and needs.
Furthermore, most companies pay out bonuses at the end of the year, which makes December and January the perfect months for potential buyers to place a down payment towards getting a new vehicle.
So if you are looking to trade in your 10-year old faithful for a brand new, sleek sedan, it may be best to look out for one that gives you the power and performance to zip through town.
At the same time, consider a car that offers a generous space, solid comfort and security features that will ensure your loved ones are safely driven through many miles, during your CNY travels, be it visiting family and friends from house to house, or when you are travelling back to your hometown.
Taking all those into consideration, one car stands out for its consistency in delivering expansive interiors and comfort, as well as security features – the Honda City. In Malaysia, this model has consistently made waves in the market since its introduction in 1996.
Throughout its many facelifts over the decades, Honda City still stands at the forefront as a multi-award winning car, earning accolades such as the Compact Sedan of The Year 2019, in the “People’s Choice Awards 2019” by Carlist.my and the 2019 Cars of Malaysia’s “Best Compact Sedan of Malaysia”.
The Honda City is powered by Honda’s 1.5L i-VTEC engine that delivers a perfect balance of performance and fuel efficiency
Classed as a B-segment car according to European car size standards, which means it is a “small car” equivalent to a “subcompact” in the United States, the City is stunning not only in terms of its exterior, but also has superior performance and fuel efficiency.
Powered by Honda’s 1.5L i-VTEC engine that delivers a perfect balance of performance and fuel efficiency of 5.7L/100km, the car also integrates a Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT), which was developed by Honda's Earth Dreams Technology to minimise environmental impacts on the car to promote a smoother drive.
Feeling of endless space and class is one of the main attractions of the Honda City.
Apart from its performance, another important feature frequently mentioned by owners and enthusiasts is the spaciousness of its interior, despite being just a B-segment car.
Honda City’s spacious cabin is completed with tasteful leather seats to offer drivers and passengers alike unsurpassed comfort and luxury. It also has a 536L boot space, the biggest in its class to fit all that you need to carry in a go.
The Honda City’s 536L boot space is the biggest in its class.
The Honda City places priority on comfort and space for both driver and passengers alike with a design that was developed by Honda’s “Man Maximum, Machine Minimum” concept.
The Honda City is equipped with an array of safety features that will take the stress and worry of driving.
These features include vehicle stability assist (VSA) that stablises the car during sharp turns, six airbags for overall protection, G-force control (G-Con) on the body frame to absorb impacts during collisions, anti-lock brakes (ABS) for better braking control and more.
The Honda City is currently competitively priced at RM73,836 on-the-road price (excluding insurance for Peninsular Malaysia). And as a special Chinese Lunar New Year treat, you can drive off with a prosperity rebate, an extra bonus worth RM888 and an exclusive gift*, when you purchase the Honda City today.
*Terms and conditions apply.
For details, visit https://www.honda.com.my/model/overview/city
