The Honda CR-V is the C-segment SUV best-seller from Honda Malaysia, sold in five variants from RM 159,900 to RM 195,900 OTR. The current 6th-generation launched on 8 March 2024, replacing the 5th-gen that had been on sale since 2017. All five variants are CKD-assembled at Honda Manufacturing Malaysia's Pegoh plant in Alor Gajah, Melaka, on the same line that builds the City, City Hatchback, HR-V, and Civic. The 1.5L VTEC Turbo (190 PS / 240 Nm) powers four ICE variants; the 2.0L i-MMD hybrid (207 PS combined) sits at the top in the e:HEV RS flagship. Honda SENSING ADAS is standard across the entire lineup. Most Malaysians type Honda CRV without the hyphen when searching; CRV and CR-V are the same SUV, and every price on this page applies to both spellings.
Honda CR-V Price List in Malaysia 2026
Full 2026 lineup with OTR prices for Peninsular Malaysia, excluding insurance:
- 1.5 VTEC Turbo S: RM 159,900 (entry, 5-seat, FWD, CVT)
- 1.5 VTEC Turbo E: RM 169,900 (5-seat, FWD, CVT)
- 1.5 VTEC Turbo V: RM 181,900 (7-seat, FWD, CVT)
- 1.5 VTEC Turbo RS: RM 188,900 (5-seat, Real Time AWD, CVT)
- 2.0 e:HEV RS: RM 195,900 (5-seat, FWD, e-CVT, hybrid flagship)
All five variants share the same exterior dimensions: 4,691 mm long, 1,866 mm wide, 1,681 mm tall, 2,701 mm wheelbase, 198 mm ground clearance. Boot capacity is 589 L for 5-seat variants (rear seats up) and around 150 L for the V 7-seater with the third row deployed. The lineup is fresh from a 2024 Malaysia launch; pricing held flat into 2026 with no model-year adjustment.
What Is the Cheapest Honda CR-V?
The 1.5 VTEC Turbo S at RM 159,900 OTR is the entry point. Key kit on the S:
- 1.5L VTEC Turbo engine (190 PS / 240 Nm, CVT)
- Honda SENSING ADAS standard (CMBS, ACC with Low-Speed Follow, LKAS, RDM, Auto High Beam)
- 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, VSA stability control, Hill Start Assist
- 17-inch alloy wheels, LED daytime running lights, halogen headlamps
- Fabric seats, 4-way manual driver seat, single-zone manual AC
- 8-inch infotainment with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto wired
- 5-year unlimited mileage warranty, 5 years or 100,000 km free service
The RM 10,000 step to the 1.5 Turbo E at RM 169,900 adds LED projector headlamps, dual-zone climate, 8-way power driver seat with memory, leather seats, smart entry, and a wireless phone charger. For most buyers the E is the value pick of the petrol range, but if budget is tight the S already includes Honda SENSING which is the largest single safety-spec line item.
Is the CR-V e:HEV RS Worth the RM 36k Premium?
The e:HEV RS at RM 195,900 sits RM 36,000 above the 1.5 Turbo S at RM 159,900 and RM 7,000 above the 1.5 Turbo RS AWD at RM 188,900. The decision depends on annual mileage:
- Fuel economy (real-world): e:HEV around 4.9 L/100km vs 1.5 Turbo around 7.4 L/100km
- Annual fuel saving at 20,000 km/year, RON 95 RM 2.05/L: RM 1,025
- Payback on RM 36,000 premium (fuel alone): 35 years (does not pay back)
- Payback vs the equivalent Turbo RS AWD (RM 7,000 gap): 7 years
The e:HEV RS makes sense versus the Turbo RS AWD, not versus the entry Turbo S. The e:HEV also adds:
- 2.0L i-MMD system (207 PS / 335 Nm combined, e-CVT)
- 8-year unlimited mileage hybrid battery warranty
- Quieter cabin at urban speeds
- Regenerative braking, longer brake pad life
- Stronger used-market demand for hybrid SUVs
For city-heavy commuters doing 20,000+ km/year, the e:HEV pays back faster on real-world fuel economy (city cycles favour series-hybrid operation). For highway-heavy drivers averaging under 14,000 km/year, the Turbo RS AWD or Turbo V is the rational pick.
Honda CR-V vs HR-V: Segment-Up Comparison
The CR-V sits one segment above the HR-V:
- Length: CR-V 4,691 mm vs HR-V 4,385 mm
- Wheelbase: CR-V 2,701 mm vs HR-V 2,610 mm
- Seat capacity: CR-V 5 or 7 vs HR-V 5 only
- Boot: CR-V 589 L (5-seat) vs HR-V 335 L (rear seats up)
- Price range: CR-V RM 159,900-195,900 vs HR-V RM 115,900-141,900
- Engines: CR-V 1.5L turbo (190 PS) and 2.0L i-MMD (207 PS); HR-V 1.5L NA (121 PS), 1.5L turbo (177 PS), and 1.5L i-MMD hybrid
Buy the CR-V if you need a third row, do long highway runs, or want the larger e:HEV at 207 PS. Buy the HR-V if your typical use is urban family of four and you do not need the extra cabin volume. The RM 44,000 entry-tier gap is meaningful for buyers stretching budget. See the Honda HR-V price guide for full HR-V details.
Honda CR-V vs Mazda CX-5: Japanese C-SUV Rivalry
The two volume Japanese C-SUVs in Malaysia:
- Price: CR-V RM 159,900-195,900 (CKD) vs CX-5 around RM 170,000-230,000 (CBU Japan)
- Engine: CR-V 1.5L turbo or 2.0L i-MMD; CX-5 2.0L SkyActiv-G NA or 2.5L SkyActiv-G NA, with mild-hybrid 24V variants
- Seat capacity: CR-V 5 or 7 vs CX-5 5 only
- Aftersales: Honda has 78 dealers in Malaysia, Mazda fewer; CKD CR-V parts more readily available
- Resale (3-year): roughly even at 65-70% retention
CX-5 wins on driving dynamics (the SkyActiv chassis still leads its segment on steering feel and body control), interior material quality, and the option of red Mica or Soul Red Crystal paint. CR-V wins on outright cabin space, the e:HEV hybrid option, 7-seat practicality on the Turbo V, and the lower CKD entry price.
Honda CR-V vs Proton X70: What RM 65k Buys You
The Proton X70 starts at RM 94,800 (5-seat only) versus the CR-V Turbo S at RM 159,900, a RM 65,100 gap. The X70 specs:
- 1.5L TGDi 3-cyl turbo (Geely-derived, 177 PS / 255 Nm) with 7-speed wet DCT
- 19-inch wheels, 12.3-inch infotainment, panoramic roof on Premium and Flagship
- Proton 5-year vehicle warranty plus 7-year X-series body warranty
- No hybrid option; no 7-seat option
For buyers prioritising lowest entry price and most feature kit per ringgit, the X70 has a strong case. For buyers prioritising resale retention, hybrid availability, the 7-seat Turbo V, and the established Honda dealer network, the CR-V wins. The RM 65k gap is large enough that the choice is usually about budget bracket rather than direct cross-shopping.
Honda SENSING and Safety Across the CR-V Lineup
Honda SENSING ADAS is standard on all five variants:
- Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) with pedestrian and cyclist detection
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow (stop-and-go automation)
- Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
- Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM)
- Auto High Beam (AHB)
- Lead Car Departure Notification (LCDN)
Variant-specific additions: LaneWatch (passenger-side blind-spot camera) appears on V and above; Blind Spot Information (BSI) and Cross Traffic Monitor (CTM) appear on RS and e:HEV RS. ASEAN NCAP 5-star rating (2024 protocol) applies across the lineup with no variant downgrade.
CR-V Fuel Consumption and Running Costs
Official combined-cycle fuel consumption (NEDC):
- 1.5 VTEC Turbo (S/E/V): 7.4 L/100km
- 1.5 VTEC Turbo RS AWD: 8.2 L/100km
- 2.0 e:HEV RS: 4.9 L/100km
Real-world figures from CRV owner reports cluster within 10-15% of official. At 20,000 km/year and RON 95 at RM 2.05/litre:
- Turbo S/E/V annual fuel: around RM 3,034
- Turbo RS AWD annual fuel: around RM 3,362
- e:HEV RS annual fuel: around RM 2,009
Annual saving for the hybrid versus the Turbo V: RM 1,025. See the Malaysian fuel consumption guide for cost-per-km benchmarks across segments.
How to Finance a Honda CR-V
C-SUV hire purchase rates in Malaysia 2026:
- EEV financing (1.5 Turbo S/E/V/RS): 2.85% flat per annum at Maybank, Hong Leong Bank, Public Bank, CIMB
- Green financing (e:HEV RS): 2.78-2.85% flat (qualifies as both EEV and hybrid)
- Conventional rates: 3.00-3.30% flat for buyers without EEV-discount eligibility
Sample monthly figures at 7 years, 10% down, 2.78% flat:
- 1.5 Turbo S (RM 159,900): around RM 2,050/month
- 1.5 Turbo E (RM 169,900): around RM 2,180/month
- 1.5 Turbo V (RM 181,900): around RM 2,335/month
- 1.5 Turbo RS AWD (RM 188,900): around RM 2,425/month
- e:HEV RS (RM 195,900): around RM 2,510/month
Use the Honda loan calculator for tenure and rate variations.
Honda CR-V Resale Value in Malaysia
Indicative retention as percentage of OTR for the Malaysian used market:
- 1.5 Turbo S/E: 65-70% at year 3, 50-55% at year 5
- 1.5 Turbo V 7-seater: 65-68% at year 3, 50-55% at year 5
- 1.5 Turbo RS AWD: 68-72% at year 3 (AWD scarcity supports premium), 52-58% at year 5
- 2.0 e:HEV RS: projected 67-72% at year 3 (limited used data; constrained supply and hybrid demand supports floor)
A used CRV from the 6th generation, specifically the Turbo V 2024, currently lists at RM 145,000-155,000 on Mudah and Carlist with 30,000-50,000 km on the clock. Honda CR-V trails the Toyota equivalent (the Camry sedan and Hilux pickup hold strongest in Toyota's lineup; Toyota does not sell the RAV4 in Malaysia) by around 3-5 points at year 5 on sedan equivalents, but CR-V leads X70 by 10-15 points on the same year-5 retention.
Related Honda CR-V Tools and Cross-Brand Pages
- Honda car loan calculator for variant-specific monthly instalment.
- Honda full price guide for the wider Honda Malaysia lineup.
- Honda HR-V price guide for the smaller sibling.
- Proton X70 price guide for the C-SUV value alternative.
- Proton X90 price guide for the 7-seat alternative with mild-hybrid.
- Toyota price guide covering the Camry, Innova, and the wider lineup.
- Malaysian fuel consumption guide for real-world km/L benchmarks.