Verdict
The RM178,200 Honda CR-V is RM41,800 cheaper, carries a bigger 589-litre boot and gives Malaysia’s long-distance buyers a 57-litre petrol tank with a rated 7 L/100 km figure. Its hybrid system also produces 335 Nm from its two motors, but the 1,616-kg Honda reaches 100 km/h in 8.9 seconds. The RM220,000 Toyota bZ4X is the cleaner all-electric choice: its 73.1-kWh battery is rated for 525 km, accepts up to 150 kW DC charging and cuts annual road tax to RM200. It is quicker, too, but sacrifices luggage room and carries 404 kg more mass.
Pick the Honda CR-V if you want the lower RM178,200 entry price, 589-litre boot and petrol-hybrid flexibility.
Pick the Toyota bZ4X if you want a 525-km electric range, 150-kW DC charging and a quicker 7.4-second 0-100 km/h run.
Key differences
- Price: Honda CR-V RM178,200; Toyota bZ4X RM220,000.
- 0-100 km/h: Honda CR-V 8.9 seconds; Toyota bZ4X 7.4 seconds.
- Boot space: Honda CR-V 589 litres; Toyota bZ4X 452 litres.
- Wheelbase: Honda CR-V 2,701 mm; Toyota bZ4X 2,850 mm.
- Kerb weight: Honda CR-V 1,616 kg; Toyota bZ4X 2,020 kg.
- Annual road tax: Honda CR-V RM437; Toyota bZ4X RM200.
CR-V
- RM41,800 lower purchase price
- 589-litre boot is 137 litres larger
- 57-litre tank and rated 7 L/100 km economy
- Slower 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- Higher RM437 annual road tax
- No 525-km EV range or DC charging capability
bZ4X
- 73.1-kWh battery with 525-km EV range
- 150-kW DC and 22-kW AC charging
- Powered ventilated front seats, panoramic glass roof and 360-degree camera
- RM41,800 higher purchase price
- 452-litre boot is smaller than the CR-V's 589 litres
- 2,020 kg weight is 404 kg higher
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM178,200✓ | RM220,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM437 | RM200✓ |
| 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 | 224 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 335 Nm✓ | 269 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 73.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 525 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 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 | 7.4 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h✓ | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,691 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width | 1,866 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,681 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,701 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | 1,616 kg | 2,020 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 589 litres✓ | 452 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 060 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| 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, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front Centre, 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, Pre-collision Braking |
| 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 | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation & Driver's Side Memory |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline and Sliding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 2 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Powered Panoramic Roof Shade |
| Audio | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay | 14" Display Audio with Touch Screen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, 6-speaker 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 | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| 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 |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| 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 | — | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Battery, Inverter and PCU |
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 & bZ4X for sale
CR-V vs bZ4X FAQ
Is the Honda CR-V or Toyota bZ4X better?
The CR-V suits buyers prioritising purchase cost, a 589-litre boot and petrol-hybrid driving. The bZ4X is better for buyers who can charge regularly and want 525 km of EV range, lower road tax and quicker acceleration.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota bZ4X costs RM41,800 more than the Honda CR-V. That gap brings a 73.1-kWh battery, 525-km EV range, 150-kW DC charging, a panoramic glass roof and ventilated front seats.
Which one is better for long-distance travel?
The Honda CR-V is the simpler long-distance choice because it has a 57-litre petrol tank and rated 7 L/100 km economy. The bZ4X has a 525-km rated EV range and 150-kW DC charging, but relies on charging access.