Verdict
The Honda Accord CV is the materially newer choice: its 1.5-litre turbo makes 198 hp and 260 Nm against the Honda Accord CR’s 153 hp and 190 Nm, while a 2,830 mm wheelbase and 570-litre boot give it more family-car latitude. It also brings six airbags, blind-spot monitoring and a reverse camera. The CR costs RM133,294 to the CV’s RM185,900, however, so the RM52,606 gap is substantial for a used-versus-new-generation decision. Its 65-litre tank and ambient lighting are small consolations; the CV is the stronger package if the budget reaches it.
Pick the Honda Accord CR if RM52,606 less outlay and its larger 65-litre fuel tank matter more than newer safety and performance hardware.
Pick the Honda Accord CV if you want 198 hp, six airbags, a 570-litre boot and modern convenience equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Honda Accord CR RM133,294; Honda Accord CV RM185,900.
- Power and torque: CR 153 hp and 190 Nm; CV 198 hp and 260 Nm.
- Engine and transmission: CR 2.0-litre naturally aspirated with a five-speed automatic; CV 1.5-litre turbo with a CVT.
- Wheelbase and boot: CR 2,775 mm and 461 litres; CV 2,830 mm and 570 litres.
- Safety airbags: CR driver and passenger airbags; CV driver, passenger, front-side, front-curtain and rear-curtain airbags.
- Fuel tank and road tax: CR 65 litres and RM379 yearly; CV 56 litres and RM90 yearly.
CR
- RM52,606 lower purchase price
- Larger 65-litre fuel tank
- Ambient interior lighting
- 153 hp and 190 Nm trail the CV’s 198 hp and 260 Nm
- Only two airbags, versus six in the CV
- No reverse camera, blind-spot system, Apple CarPlay or Android Auto
CV
- 198 hp turbo engine with 260 Nm
- Six airbags, blind-spot monitoring and reverse camera
- 570-litre boot and 55 mm longer wheelbase
- RM52,606 higher purchase price
- Smaller 56-litre fuel tank
- No ambient interior lighting listed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM133,294✓ | RM185,900 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve SOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,997 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 153 hp | 198 hp✓ |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 10.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5-Speed Automatic | CVT |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | —✓ | 9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | —✓ | 6.3 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 190 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | —✓ | 146 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,870 mm | 4,901 mm |
| Width | 1,850 mm | 1,862 mm |
| Height | 1,465 mm | 1,450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,775 mm | 2,830 mm |
| Weight | 1,510 kg | 1,494 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 56 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 461 litres | 570 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R17 | 225/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R17 | 225/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Michelin Primacy 3 ST |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Torque Vectoring by Braking |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 4 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control | — |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 two outer rear passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory, Passenger Side Shoulder Switch |
| Rear Seats | Foldable Backrest | Folding Rear Bench with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | 8" Touchscreen CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 10 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Remote Engine Start |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Free labour for 1,000 km, 10,000 km, 30,000 km, 50,000 km, 70,000 km and 90,000 km intervals | — |
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.
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CR vs CV FAQ
Is the Honda Accord CR or Honda Accord CV better?
The Honda Accord CV is better equipped and more powerful, with 198 hp, 260 Nm, six airbags, blind-spot monitoring and a 570-litre boot. The CR makes sense chiefly for its much lower entry price and 65-litre fuel tank.
What is the price difference?
The Honda Accord CV costs RM52,606 more than the Honda Accord CR. That gap buys a turbocharged engine, CVT, more airbags, a larger boot, powered front seats and substantially more infotainment and parking equipment.
Which Accord has the better safety equipment?
The Honda Accord CV has the stronger safety specification: six airbags, blind-spot monitoring, a reverse camera, seatbelt reminders for all seats and a five-star ASEAN NCAP rating. The CR has two airbags, ABS/EBD and stability control.