Verdict
At RM115,900, the Honda HR-V costs RM3,900 less and makes the more practical case with a 335-litre boot, 71 litres ahead of the iCaur 03’s 264 litres, plus a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty. The RM119,800 iCaur 03 brings a 65.69-kWh battery, 355 km range, 181 hp and 220 Nm, alongside a far richer cabin and safety count. Its 80-kW DC charging and 3.2-kW V2L suit buyers ready to go electric, but the HR-V’s 40-litre petrol tank remains the simpler long-distance proposition.
Pick the Honda HR-V if you need the larger 335-litre boot, unlimited-mileage warranty coverage and petrol refuelling convenience for RM3,900 less.
Pick the iCaur 03 if you want an EV with 355 km range, 181 hp, 220 Nm and substantially more cabin technology.
Key differences
- Price: Honda HR-V RM115,900; iCaur 03 RM119,800.
- Powertrain: HR-V 1.5-litre 119 hp/145 Nm petrol; iCaur 03 single motor 181 hp/220 Nm EV.
- Range/energy storage: HR-V 40-litre fuel tank; iCaur 03 65.69-kWh battery with 355 km range.
- Boot space: HR-V 335 litres; iCaur 03 264 litres.
- Dimensions: HR-V 4,347 mm long and 1,790 mm wide; iCaur 03 4,406 mm long and 1,910 mm wide.
- Warranty: HR-V five years unlimited mileage; iCaur 03 seven years/150,000 km, with eight years/160,000 km for battery, drive unit and high-voltage components.
HR-V
- 335-litre boot is 71 litres larger.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- ULTRA Seat and 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
- 119 hp and 145 Nm trail the iCaur 03’s 181 hp and 220 Nm.
- No blind-spot monitoring, front parking sensors or 360-degree camera.
- Single-zone air-con and four-speaker 8.0-inch audio trail the iCaur 03’s dual-zone system and 12-speaker 15.6-inch setup.
03
- 65.69-kWh battery delivers 355 km range, with 80-kW DC charging and 3.2-kW V2L.
- 181 hp and 220 Nm exceed the HR-V’s 119 hp and 145 Nm.
- Gets curtain airbags, blind-spot monitoring, a 360-degree monitor and front parking sensors.
- 264-litre boot is 71 litres smaller than the HR-V’s.
- Warranty mileage is capped at 150,000 km, unlike the HR-V’s unlimited-mileage cover.
- 150 km/h top speed is lower than the HR-V’s 186 km/h.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,900✓ | RM119,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM140 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 119 hp | — |
| Torque | 145 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 73 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 181 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 220 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 65.69 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 355 km |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 80 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.2 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 12.1 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 186 km/h✓ | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,347 mm | 4,406 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,910 mm |
| Height | 1,591 mm | 1,715 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,715 mm |
| Weight | 1,274 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 335 litres✓ | 264 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Chao Yang Radial RP76 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags |
| 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 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 | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat | 60:40 Split-folding with Ventilation |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A & USB-C Front | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 4 Speakers | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | 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 |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8 Years/160000 km Battery Warranty, Drive Unit & High Voltage Components |
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 HR-V & 03 for sale
HR-V vs 03 FAQ
Is the Honda HR-V or iCaur 03 better?
The iCaur 03 is better equipped and has 181 hp, 220 Nm and 355 km EV range. The Honda HR-V is the better fit for buyers who prioritise a 335-litre boot, petrol refuelling and unlimited-mileage warranty coverage.
What is the price difference?
The iCaur 03 costs RM119,800, which is RM3,900 more than the Honda HR-V at RM115,900.
Which has the better warranty?
The HR-V has a five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty. The iCaur 03 extends manufacturer cover to seven years but caps it at 150,000 km, while its battery, drive unit and high-voltage components are covered for eight years or 160,000 km.