Honda City Hatchback
Honda City Hatchback
1.5 RS CVT
₱1.189 Million
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Mazda 2 Hatchback
Mazda 2 Hatchback
1.5L Sport
₱1.25 Million
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Suzuki Swift
Suzuki Swift
GL 1.2L CVT
₱989,000
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Honda City Hatchback vs Kia Rio vs Mazda 2 Hatchback vs Suzuki Swift Comparison

Overview: City Hatchback vs Kia Rio vs 2 Hatchback vs Swift

Key Features

Engine Displacement 1498 cc - 1496 cc 1197 cc
Transmission Type CVT - Automatic CVT
Fuel Type Gasoline - Gasoline Gasoline
Power 119 hp - 108 hp 82 hp

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.43/5
28 reviews
4.25/5
28 reviews
4.47/5
18 reviews
4.22/5
51 reviews
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User Review Comparison
  • Not comfortable for long drives

    We mainly purchased the Honda City Hatchback for family practicality, but I wish we had spent more time trying it out before finalizing the purchase....

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    Zaynab Oct 16, 2025 for Honda City Hatchback
  • One of the best subcompact models

    While looking for performance-oriented subcompact cars, the Kia Rio-4-door stood out to me. I tested many other cars before finalizing it, but none...

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    E
    Espyke Jun 09, 2023 for Kia Rio Hatchback
  • Quick throttle response, remarkable agility

    Whenever I start my Mazda 2 Hatchback, I feel like it is inviting me to enjoy the drive rather than just getting from one place to another. It has...

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    K
    Katsuro Nov 12, 2025 for Mazda 2 Hatchback
  • A no-frills car for daily driving

    Despite its compact footprint, the Suzuki Swift makes excellent use of space. It offers excellent visibility, all thanks to a low dashboard and a...

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    M
    Mark Oct 17, 2025 for Suzuki Swift

From The Experts

Things we like

Sporty and modern design

Refined and reliable engine

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When it comes to premium hatchbacks, there are very few options available in the market, which offer the stance and levels of a premium feel-good factor as the Kia Rio does. The hatchback is fairly large and the dimensions along with the low slung stance give the Kia Rio a smart and authoritative road presence.

It’s not only the exteriors of the Kia Rio which make it a premium looking car, but the hatchback is also pretty impressive when you step in its cabin as well. The overall cabin layout not only feels wide and well-built, but also the presence of many premium bits like a touch screen infotainment system, keyless entry with push-button start and automatic climate control makes it feel like a car from one segment above.

While the large dimensions give the Kia Rio a good presence, they also play a major role in making the interior cabin vastly spacious as well. The Rio offers an impressive amount of legroom and knee room, which are comparable to an entry-level sedan positioned one price bracket above it.

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Comfort

Infotainment

Safety

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Reliable and economical engine

Sporty looks 

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Things we don't like

Could have had more features

CVT feels lazy at times

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The Kia Rio’s 1.4-litre engine is fairly decent when it comes to performance on tarmac, but the fuel efficiency in both manual, as well as automatic variants, are not too excellent to write about.

The Kia Rio feels upmarket and modern in each and every aspect, however, the instrument console design feels too plain and unattractive, which makes up for a boring looking driver’s cockpit.

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Transmission

Rear Seats

Leg Space

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Lacks many features

Space at the rear is at a premium

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