Honda Malaysia

Honda Motor Company Ltd is another Japanese multinational corporation listed as one of the Top 10 best car brands in Malaysia for 2009. With 7.5 percent (38, 783) of total units sold the previous year, the number of sales increased from 2008.

Known as a manufacturer of motorcycles and automobiles, Honda is the largest manufacturer of motorcycles in the world. In addition to that, Honda is also the world's largest manufacturer of internal combustion engines based on volume. To date, Honda is the world's  6^th largest automobile manufacturer.

It was the first Japanese car maker to produce a luxury brand, Acura back in 1986. Besides motorcycles and automobiles, Honda is also involved in production of other products such as robots, air crafts and engines.

Among some of the models available in Malaysia are Honda City, Honda Jazz, Honda Civic, Honda Accord, Honda Odyssey and Honda Freed. Honda's lineup differ by country to suit customers demands and needs in particular region. For example, the luxury sedan, Ridgeline is only available in North America.

Honda Civic, a compact car is available in Malaysia to appeal to different niche market. Civic is the second longest car in production after Toyota Corolla. This model has gone through several generational changes before it was launched in Malaysia.

Malaysian drivers and customers prefer small-compact cars such as Perodua Kancil, Proton Satria and the more expensive, Suzuki Swift. To attract these customers, Honda launched Jazz to appeal to young customers who are looking for sporty yet high quality compact cars.

On the other hand, Honda Odyssey is a unique MPV to attract different batch of customers – those who seek comfort and look for value for money. Honda Odyssey facelift launched in 2006 has a new floating design available in five colours - Nighthawk Black, Grayish Mauve Metallic, Carbon Bronze, Alabaster Silver Metallic, and Premium White Pearl.