Honda CR-V vs Xpeng G6
Verdict
The Honda CR-V is the dearer, lighter, petrol-hybrid SUV: RM178,200, 1,616 kg, 589 litres of boot space and a 7 L/100 km rating. The Xpeng G6 costs RM159,948 and goes harder on EV hardware, with a 68.5 kWh LFP battery, 525 km range, 248 hp, 440 Nm and a 6.94-second 0-100 km/h time. For a Malaysian buyer, this is practicality and familiar hybrid use versus stronger electric performance, more cabin tech and lower annual road tax.
Pick the Honda CR-V if you want the bigger boot, lighter kerb weight, petrol-hybrid running and a five-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty.
Pick the Xpeng G6 if you want full-EV driving, quicker acceleration, 525 km range, fast DC charging and more cabin equipment for less money.
Key differences
- Price: Honda CR-V RM178,200; Xpeng G6 RM159,948
- 0-100 km/h: Honda CR-V 8.9 seconds; Xpeng G6 6.94 seconds
- Powertrain output: Honda CR-V motor 181 hp/335 Nm plus 146 hp/190 Nm petrol engine; Xpeng G6 motor 248 hp/440 Nm
- Boot space: Honda CR-V 589 litres; Xpeng G6 571 litres
- Wheelbase: Honda CR-V 2,701 mm; Xpeng G6 2,890 mm
- Road tax: Honda CR-V RM437/year; Xpeng G6 RM240/year
CR-V
- 589-litre boot is 18 litres larger
- Much lighter at 1,616 kg versus 2,115 kg
- Five-year warranty has unlimited mileage
- Costs RM18,252 more
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 8.9 seconds versus 6.94 seconds
- Smaller 9.0-inch touchscreen and 8 speakers versus 15.6 inches and 12 speakers
G6
- Quicker, with 248 hp, 440 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 6.94 seconds
- 525 km EV range from a 68.5 kWh LFP battery
- Gets ventilated front seats, fixed panoramic glass roof and auto parking
- Boot is smaller at 571 litres versus 589 litres
- Much heavier at 2,115 kg versus 1,616 kg
- Five-year vehicle warranty is capped at 120,000 km
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 178,200 | RM 159,948✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Atkinson Cycle Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | — |
| Capacity | 1,993 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 146 hp | — |
| Torque | 190 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore | 81 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 13.9 | — |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 181 hp | 248 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 335 Nm | 440 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) |
| Battery Capacity | — | 68.5 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 525 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 451 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 seconds | 6.94 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | 202 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,691 mm | 4,758 mm |
| Width | 1,866 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,681 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,701 mm | 2,890 mm |
| Weight | 1,616 kg | 2,115 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 589 litres✓ | 571 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | — | Maxxis Waltz MS2 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| 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) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtains, Front Knee Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electronic 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 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 Projectors |
| 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 | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline and Sliding | 60:40 Split-folding with Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| 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 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| 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 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 Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| 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 Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes |
| 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✓ | 120,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 437 | RM 240✓ |
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.
CR-V vs G6 FAQ
Is the Honda CR-V or Xpeng G6 better?
The Xpeng G6 is better for performance and EV tech, with 248 hp, 440 Nm and 525 km range. The Honda CR-V is better for luggage space, lower weight and long-distance warranty cover, with 589 litres and five years of unlimited-mileage coverage.
What is the price difference?
The Honda CR-V costs RM18,252 more than the Xpeng G6. The CR-V is RM178,200, while the G6 is RM159,948.
Which has the bigger boot and cabin footprint?
The Honda CR-V has the bigger boot at 589 litres against 571 litres. The Xpeng G6 has the longer wheelbase, measuring 2,890 mm versus the CR-V’s 2,701 mm.