GAC GS3 vs Honda HR-V
Verdict
At RM103,800 versus RM115,900, the GAC GS3 is RM12,100 cheaper yet much stronger: 177 hp and 270 Nm against the Honda HR-V’s 119 hp and 145 Nm, with 0-100 km/h taking 7.5 seconds instead of 12.1. It is also slightly larger, has a 47-litre tank and a 341-litre boot. The HR-V fights back with Honda Sensing, front side airbags, rear air vents, auto climate control, ULTRA Seat practicality and an unlimited-mileage five-year warranty. The GS3 wins the numbers; the HR-V has the more complete convenience and warranty package.
Pick the GAC GS3 if you want the cheaper, quicker B-SUV with more power, more torque, a bigger fuel tank and a slightly larger boot.
Pick the Honda HR-V if you prioritise rear-seat flexibility, rear air vents, Honda Sensing with Low Speed Follow and the five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Key differences
- Price: GAC GS3 RM103,800; Honda HR-V RM115,900
- Output: GAC GS3 177 hp/270 Nm; Honda HR-V 119 hp/145 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: GAC GS3 7.5 seconds; Honda HR-V 12.1 seconds
- Size: GAC GS3 4,410 mm long/1,850 mm wide/1,600 mm tall; Honda HR-V 4,347 mm/1,790 mm/1,591 mm
- Boot and tank: GAC GS3 341 litres/47 litres; Honda HR-V 335 litres/40 litres
- Warranty: GAC GS3 five years/150,000 km; Honda HR-V five years/unlimited mileage
GS3
- Much stronger 1.5 turbo: 177 hp and 270 Nm
- Quicker 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time
- Gets blind spot monitoring and a powered driver’s seat
- Only front airbags listed, while the HR-V adds front side airbags
- No rear air vents or automatic climate control
- Five-year warranty is capped at 150,000 km
HR-V
- Honda Sensing includes Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow
- Rear seats get manual recline, 60:40 split-folding and ULTRA Seat
- Five-year warranty has unlimited mileage
- Costs RM12,100 more
- Much slower 12.1-second 0-100 km/h time
- Lower outputs at 119 hp and 145 Nm
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 103,800✓ | RM 115,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift |
| Capacity | 1,497 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 177 hp✓ | 119 hp |
| Torque | 270 Nm✓ | 145 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | CVT |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds✓ | 12.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 186 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,410 mm | 4,347 mm |
| Width | 1,850 mm | 1,790 mm |
| Height | 1,600 mm | 1,591 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm | 2,610 mm |
| Weight | 1,370 kg | 1,274 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 47 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 341 litres✓ | 335 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UC6 SUV | Continental UltraContact UC6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Two-tone Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Two-tone Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Front Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 1 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 USB-A & USB-C Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 3 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with Multi-angle |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 120 |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
GS3 vs HR-V FAQ
Is the GAC GS3 or Honda HR-V better?
The GAC GS3 is better on price, performance and size. The Honda HR-V is better for warranty cover, rear-seat flexibility and convenience kit such as rear air vents, auto climate control and Low Speed Follow.
What is the price difference?
The GAC GS3 costs RM103,800 and the Honda HR-V costs RM115,900, so the Honda is RM12,100 more expensive.
Which SUV is quicker?
The GAC GS3 is clearly quicker, doing 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds. The Honda HR-V takes 12.1 seconds, with 119 hp and 145 Nm against the GS3’s 177 hp and 270 Nm.