Verdict
At RM178,200, the Honda CR-V costs RM9,800 less, brings a 589-litre boot and rear air vents, and its 57-litre petrol tank plus 7 L/100 km rated economy suit drivers who cannot rely on charging. The Suzuki eVitara counters with a 61.1-kWh battery, 426 km EV range and lower RM120 annual road tax against RM437. It is marginally quicker to 100 km/h at 8.7 seconds, but its 306-litre boot is a serious trade-off. Both have near-identical 2,700-mm wheelbases, five seats and front-wheel drive.
Pick the Honda CR-V if you need the much larger 589-litre boot, rear air vents and petrol-hybrid flexibility for longer trips.
Pick the Suzuki eVitara if home or destination charging suits your routine and you want 426 km of EV range with RM317 lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Honda CR-V RM178,200; Suzuki eVitara RM188,000.
- Road tax per year: Honda CR-V RM437; Suzuki eVitara RM120.
- Boot space: Honda CR-V 589 litres; Suzuki eVitara 306 litres.
- Length: Honda CR-V 4,691 mm; Suzuki eVitara 4,275 mm.
- 0-100 km/h: Honda CR-V 8.9 seconds; Suzuki eVitara 8.7 seconds.
- Top speed: Honda CR-V 185 km/h; Suzuki eVitara 150 km/h.
CR-V
- RM9,800 lower purchase price
- 589-litre boot and rear air vents
- Honda Sensing and 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating
- RM437 annual road tax versus RM120
- 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time versus 8.7 seconds
- No sunroof or 360-degree camera
eVitara
- 61.1-kWh battery with 426 km EV range
- RM120 annual road tax
- 10.1-inch screen, 360-degree camera and front sunroof
- 306-litre boot versus 589 litres
- No rear air vents and single-zone climate control
- 150 km/h top speed versus 185 km/h
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM178,200✓ | RM188,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM437 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Atkinson Cycle Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,993 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 146 hp | — |
| Torque | 190 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore | 81 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 13.9 | — |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 181 hp✓ | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | 335 Nm✓ | 193 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 61.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 426 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 67 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h✓ | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,691 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width | 1,866 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,681 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,701 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,616 kg | 1,788 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 589 litres✓ | 306 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | MRF Wanderer Ecotred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | India (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and 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, Driver's Knee, 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 two outer rear passenger 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 | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front 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 | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline and Sliding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Sunroof | — | Front Sunroof |
| 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 Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Infinity Sound System |
| 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 | Keyless Push Button with Remote Start | Keyless Push Button |
| 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 |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Power Boot with Hands-Free Function | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| 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 | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km BEV Components Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery 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.
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CR-V vs eVitara FAQ
Is the Honda CR-V or Suzuki eVitara better?
The Honda CR-V is the better all-round practical choice, with a 589-litre boot, rear air vents and a lower RM178,200 price. Choose the Suzuki eVitara for its 426 km EV range and RM120 annual road tax if charging is convenient.
What is the price difference?
The Suzuki eVitara costs RM9,800 more than the Honda CR-V: RM188,000 against RM178,200.
Which has more luggage space?
The Honda CR-V has 589 litres of boot space, 283 litres more than the Suzuki eVitara’s 306 litres. That is the clearer choice for regular family luggage loads.