Verdict
At RM149,900 versus RM115,900, the Honda e:N1 asks RM34,000 more than the Honda HR-V, and the money mainly buys electric shove and kit: 201 hp/310 Nm, 0-100 km/h in 7.7 seconds, 410 km range, six airbags, a 15.1-inch screen, HUD and front sensors. The HR-V is much cheaper, 388 kg lighter and has the higher 186 km/h top speed, but its 119 hp/145 Nm petrol drivetrain takes 12.1 seconds to reach 100 km/h. Space is close enough to be secondary.
Pick the Honda e:N1 if you want the quicker, better-equipped electric SUV and can charge at home or at work.
Pick the Honda HR-V if you want the lower purchase price, petrol convenience and a lighter B-segment SUV.
Key differences
- Price: Honda e:N1 RM149,900; Honda HR-V RM115,900
- Output: Honda e:N1 201 hp and 310 Nm; Honda HR-V 119 hp and 145 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: Honda e:N1 7.7 seconds; Honda HR-V 12.1 seconds
- Top speed: Honda e:N1 160 km/h; Honda HR-V 186 km/h
- Boot space: Honda e:N1 344 litres; Honda HR-V 335 litres
- Weight: Honda e:N1 1,662 kg; Honda HR-V 1,274 kg
e:N1
- Much quicker acceleration: 7.7 seconds to 100 km/h
- 410 km EV range with 11 kW AC and 78 kW DC charging
- More equipment, including HUD, navigation, front sensors, auto wipers and a 15.1-inch screen
- Costs RM34,000 more
- Lower 160 km/h top speed
- Heavier by 388 kg
HR-V
- Much lower entry price
- Higher 186 km/h top speed
- Lighter 1,274 kg kerb weight
- Slower 12.1-second 0-100 km/h time
- Less peak output: 119 hp and 145 Nm
- Fewer listed safety items, with no curtain airbags and no blind spot info system
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 149,900 | RM 115,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 119 hp |
| Torque | — | 145 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.6 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | — |
| EV Range | 410 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 78 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds✓ | 12.1 seconds |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 186 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,347 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,790 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,591 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,607 mm | 2,610 mm |
| Weight | 1,662 kg | 1,274 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 344 litres✓ | 335 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Continental UltraContact UC6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 USB-A & USB-C Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.1" Portrait Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with Multi-angle |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 160 | RM 120✓ |
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.
e:N1 vs HR-V FAQ
Is the Honda e:N1 or Honda HR-V better?
The Honda e:N1 is better for performance and equipment; the Honda HR-V is better for price and petrol convenience. The e:N1 does 0-100 km/h in 7.7 seconds, while the HR-V takes 12.1 seconds.
What is the price difference?
The Honda e:N1 costs RM34,000 more than the Honda HR-V. That gap buys an electric motor with 201 hp/310 Nm, 410 km range, more cabin tech and added driver-assistance hardware.
Which one has more boot space?
The Honda e:N1 has the slightly larger boot at 344 litres, against 335 litres in the Honda HR-V. The nine-litre gap is small, so rear-seat flexibility and charging or fuel needs matter more.