Verdict
The Honda CR-V costs RM178,200 against the Jetour T2’s RM156,800, so the RM21,400 gap buys a declared 7 L/100 km hybrid, a 589-litre boot and a hands-free power tailgate. The T2 counters with far more petrol-engine muscle at 241 hp and 375 Nm, all-wheel drive, and a cabin loaded with a 15.6-inch screen, 12-speaker Sony audio and panoramic glass roof. It is also 199 mm wider and 264 kg heavier. Road tax is effectively a draw at RM437 versus RM439; choose based on use, not that RM2.
Pick the Honda CR-V if you want the declared 7 L/100 km hybrid, a slightly larger 589-litre boot and a hands-free power tailgate.
Pick the Jetour T2 if you want 241 hp, 375 Nm, all-wheel drive and more cabin kit for RM21,400 less.
Key differences
- Price: Honda CR-V RM178,200; Jetour T2 RM156,800.
- Petrol engine output: Honda CR-V 146 hp and 190 Nm; Jetour T2 241 hp and 375 Nm.
- Driveline: Honda CR-V front-wheel drive; Jetour T2 all-wheel drive.
- Dimensions: Honda CR-V 4,691 mm long, 1,866 mm wide and 1,681 mm tall; Jetour T2 4,785 mm, 2,006 mm and 1,880 mm.
- Weight and fuel tank: Honda CR-V 1,616 kg with 57 litres; Jetour T2 1,880 kg with 70 litres.
- Boot space: Honda CR-V 589 litres; Jetour T2 580 litres.
CR-V
- Declared economy of 7 L/100 km from the hybrid system.
- 589-litre boot and hands-free power tailgate.
- Five-star ASEAN NCAP rating, front knee airbags and an alarm.
- 146 hp and 190 Nm petrol engine trails the T2’s 241 hp and 375 Nm.
- Front-wheel drive instead of the T2’s all-wheel drive.
- No panoramic glass roof, ventilated front seats or 15.6-inch touchscreen.
T2
- 241 hp, 375 Nm turbo petrol engine and all-wheel drive.
- 15.6-inch touchscreen, 12-speaker Sony sound system and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Panoramic glass roof, ventilated power front seats and 360-degree camera.
- 580-litre boot is 9 litres smaller than the CR-V’s 589 litres.
- Manual tailgate versus the CR-V’s hands-free power boot.
- No front knee airbags or alarm listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM178,200 | RM156,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM437✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Atkinson Cycle Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,993 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 146 hp | 241 hp✓ |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 375 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | 81 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 13.9 | 9.5 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 181 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 335 Nm | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 7 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,691 mm | 4,785 mm |
| Width | 1,866 mm | 2,006 mm |
| Height | 1,681 mm | 1,880 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,701 mm | 2,800 mm |
| Weight | 1,616 kg | 1,880 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 589 litres✓ | 580 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 255/60R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 255/60R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Giti 4x4 AT71 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtains, Front Knee Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| 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 for Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Driver's Memory, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Ventilation Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline and Sliding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Shade |
| Audio | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Sony Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button with Remote Start | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Power Boot with Hands-Free Function | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty |
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.
Used CR-V & T2 for sale
CR-V vs T2 FAQ
Is the Honda CR-V or Jetour T2 better?
The CR-V is the better fit for hybrid economy, a 589-litre boot and a power tailgate. The T2 is the stronger, better-equipped choice, with 241 hp, 375 Nm, all-wheel drive and a panoramic roof.
What is the price difference?
The Honda CR-V is RM21,400 more expensive: RM178,200 versus RM156,800 for the Jetour T2. Annual road tax is nearly identical at RM437 for the Honda and RM439 for the Jetour.
Which SUV is larger?
The Jetour T2 is larger externally, measuring 4,785 mm long, 2,006 mm wide and 1,880 mm tall. The Honda CR-V is 4,691 mm long, 1,866 mm wide and 1,681 mm tall, but has a 9-litre larger boot.