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GAC EMPOW
GAC EMPOW
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₱1.225 Million
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Honda City
Honda City
1.5 E CVT Honda Sensing
₱973,000
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GAC EMPOW vs Honda City Comparison

Find below the detailed Cars comparison of GAC EMPOW and Honda City, based on price, specifications, & other features. We have the GAC EMPOW priced at ₱1.225 Million, while Honda City is priced at ₱973,000 . If we compare the technical specifications, GAC EMPOW houses 1497 engine whereas Honda City engine displacement stands at 1498.

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Overview: EMPOW vs City

Brand GAC Philippines Honda Philippines
SRP* ₱1.225 Million GAC EMPOW Price ₱973,000 Honda City Price
Variant EMPOW GS City 1.5 E CVT Honda Sensing
User Rating 4.64 EMPOW reviews 4.29 City reviews
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline Cars in Philippines Gasoline Gasoline Cars in Philippines
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type Sedan Sedan Cars in Philippines Sedan Sedan Cars in Philippines

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Engine Displacement 1497 cc 1498 cc
Power 168 hp 119 hp
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.64/5
11 reviews
4.29/5
63 reviews
Design --
5  
Comfort --
5  
Performance --
5  
Safety --
5  
User Review Comparison
  • Designed keeping in mind late-evening commuters

    I use my car for daily commutes in the city between my office and every weekend I take it to my parents’ house on the outskirts. This routine has...

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    Christian Sep 15, 2025 for GAC EMPOW 55
  • Competitively priced and feature-rich

    I’m really very satisfied with the performance of the Honda City. It is my first car, and I’m proud to say that it has offered much more than I...

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    Samson Nov 26, 2025 for Honda City

From The Experts

Things we like

Aggressive and sporty design

Long list of features

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Frugal yet powerful engine

Superb handling, among the best in class

Comfortable interior

 

 

 

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Things we don't like

Restricted headroom at the rear

Steering lacks feel at higher speeds

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No reverse parking camera

No air vents for rear passengers 

Lack of LED headlights

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Dimensions & Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 47 L 40 L
Length 4700 mm 4580 mm
Width 1850 mm 1748 mm
Height 1432 mm 1467 mm
Wheel Base 2736 mm 2600 mm
Ground Clearance 125 mm 134 mm
No Of Doors 4 4
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Volume -- 519 L
Kerb Weight -- 1108 kg
Turning Radius -- 5.0 m
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Engine Details

Engine 1.5L Gasoline Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve 1.5L Gasoline Engine, In-line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Valve Configuration -- DOHC
Emission Norm Compliance -- Euro 5

Performance

Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Engine Displacement 1497 cc 1498 cc
Power 168 hp 119 hp
Torque 270 Nm 145 Nm
RPM At Max Power 5500 RPM 6600 RPM
RPM At Max Torque 1500-4000 RPM 4300 RPM
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Steering

Power Steering Yes --
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Adjustable Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Type Electric Power Electric Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Drums
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Torsion Beam

Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Gear Box 7-Speed Variable Speed
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle No No
Drive Type -- FWD

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes No
Wheel Covers No Yes
Alloy Wheel Size 16 Inch --
Tyre Size 215/60 R16 185/60 R15
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R16 R15
Spare Tyre Size 215/60 R16 --
Spare Tyre Material Alloy --
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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags No No
Side Airbag-Front No Yes
Knee Airbags No --
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes --
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Yes --
Front Parking Sensors No --
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Camera No No
360 Camera No --
Park Assist No No
Hill-Start Assist Control Yes Yes
Front Impact Beams Yes --
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes --
Electric Parking Brake Yes No
Blind Spot monitor No --
Lane Departure Warning System No Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert No --
Vehicle Stability Control System -- Yes
Side Airbag-Rear -- No
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts -- Yes
Emergency Stop Signal -- Yes
Downhill Assist Control -- No
Speed Sensing Door Locks -- Yes
Advance Safety Feature -- Agile Handling Assist, Honda Sensing(Collision Mitigation Braking, Lane Keeping Assist, Road Departure Notification, Auto High Beam, Lead Car Departure Notification) Agile Handling Assist, Honda Sensing(Collision Mitigation Braking, Lane Keeping Assist, Road Departure Notification, Auto High Beam, Lead Car Departure Notification)
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Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control No No
Air Quality Control Yes No
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Front Seats No No
Ventilated Rear Seats No --
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Front Front
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes --
Central Console Armrest Yes No
Bottle Holder Front & Rear Front & Rear Front & Rear Front & Rear
Cup Holders-Front Yes --
Cup Holders-Rear Yes No
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes --
Adaptive Cruise Control No Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp Yes Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps No Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps Yes No
Memory Seats No No
Head-Up Display No No
Wireless Charger No --
Rear A/C Vents -- No
Glove Box Cooling -- No
Anti-glare Mirrors -- No
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 10.25 Inch 10.25 Inch --
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
No Of Speakers 2 2 4 4
Smartphone Connectivity Yes --
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No Yes
Touch Screen Yes No
Apple Carplay/Android Auto -- No
Speakers Rear -- Yes
Voice Control -- No
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size -- 4.2 Inch 4.2 Inch
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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats No --
Seat Lumbar Support No No
Heated Seats - Rear No --
Adjustable Headrest Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest No No
Fabric Upholstery Yes --
Leather Seats No --
Leather Steering Wheel No No
Folding Table Rear No No
Foldable Rear Seat Yes No
Seat Upholstery -- Fabric Fabric
Leather-Wrapped Gear Knob -- No
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror No No
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes No
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rain Sensing Wiper No --
Rear Window Wiper No No
Rear Window Washer No --
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED Halogen Halogen
Daytime Running Lights No LED LED
Taillight Type LED LED LED LED
Headlamps Washer No No
Sun Roof No --
Removable Convertible Top No --
Side Stepper No --
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Remote Trunk Opener -- No
Rear Window Defogger -- Yes
Fog Lights Front -- No
Fog Lights Rear -- No
Rear Spoiler -- No
Tinted Glass -- No
Chrome Grille -- Yes
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Interior

Ambient Light No --
Sun Visors Yes Yes

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GAC EMPOW vs Honda City FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between GAC EMPOW vs Honda City?

EMPOW is priced at ₱1.225 Million and City is priced at ₱973,000. Hence City is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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Which Car has more power between GAC EMPOW vs Honda City?

The GAC EMPOW has power of 168 hp with 270 Nm torque and Honda City has power of 119 hp with 145 Nm torque. Thus making EMPOW the more powerful as compared to City.

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Which Car has higher ground clearance between EMPOW vs City?

The EMPOW comes with a ground clearance of 125 mm , on the other hand the City comes with a ground clearance of 134 mm , hence the Honda City has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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Which Car has more safety features between GAC EMPOW vs Honda City?

EMPOW safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Door Ajar Warning, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Hill-Start Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor and Electric Parking Brake

City safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Door Ajar Warning, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag-Front, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Rear Parking Sensors, Emergency Stop Signal, Hill-Start Assist Control, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Lane Departure Warning System and Speed Sensing Door Locks

The Honda City has higher number of sefety features than EMPOW, hence Honda City is more safer than GAC EMPOW.

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Which Car has more comfort features between EMPOW vs City?

EMPOW comfort features: Air Conditioner, Air Quality Control, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror and Follow Me Home Headlamps

City comfort features: Air Conditioner, Heater, Keyless Entry, Adaptive Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror and Automatic Headlamps

The GAC EMPOW has higher number of comfort features than City, hence GAC EMPOW is more comfortable than Honda City.

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Which is bigger EMPOW or City?

The EMPOW dimensions are 4700 mm length, 1850 mm width, 1432 mm height while the City dimensions are 4580 mm length, 1748 mm width, 1467 mm height. Hence, the EMPOW is more longer, EMPOW is more wider and City is more higher.

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From The Experts

Key advantages and drawbacks at a glance
Things we like in EMPOW

Aggressive and sporty design

Long list of features

Things we don't like in EMPOW

Restricted headroom at the rear

Steering lacks feel at higher speeds

Things we like in City

Frugal yet powerful engine

Superb handling, among the best in class

Comfortable interior

 

 

 

Things we don't like in City

No reverse parking camera

No air vents for rear passengers 

Lack of LED headlights

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