Verdict
The Honda HR-V costs RM115,900, RM16,880 below the iCaur V23, and remains the more practical five-seater with a 335-litre boot and 40-litre petrol tank. The iCaur counters with two motors producing 208 hp and 292 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time, far ahead of the Honda’s 119 hp, 145 Nm and 12.1 seconds. Its 81.76-kWh battery brings 430 km of range, but four seats and a 234-litre boot make it less accommodating for family duty.
Pick the Honda HR-V if you need five seats, a 335-litre boot and the lower RM115,900 entry price.
Pick the iCaur V23 if you want 208 hp, all-wheel drive, 430 km EV range and substantially quicker acceleration.
Key differences
- Price: Honda HR-V RM115,900; iCaur V23 RM132,780.
- Power and torque: Honda HR-V 119 hp and 145 Nm; iCaur V23 208 hp and 292 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Honda HR-V 12.1 seconds; iCaur V23 7.5 seconds.
- Driveline: Honda HR-V front-wheel drive; iCaur V23 all-wheel drive.
- Seating and boot space: Honda HR-V five seats and 335 litres; iCaur V23 four seats and 234 litres.
- Dimensions: Honda HR-V 4,347 mm long and 1,591 mm tall; iCaur V23 4,220 mm long and 1,845 mm tall.
HR-V
- Lower purchase price by RM16,880.
- Five seats and a larger 335-litre boot.
- 40-litre petrol tank and 186 km/h top speed.
- Slower 12.1-second 0-100 km/h time versus 7.5 seconds.
- Front-wheel drive versus all-wheel drive.
- No blind spot information system or front parking sensors.
V23
- 208 hp, 292 Nm and all-wheel drive.
- 81.76-kWh battery with 430 km range; 104 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L.
- Blind spot information system, curtain airbags, ventilated powered front seats and front parking sensors.
- RM16,880 more expensive.
- Only four seats and a smaller 234-litre boot.
- Lower 140 km/h top speed versus 186 km/h.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,900✓ | RM132,780 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM180 |
| 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 | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 208 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 292 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 81.76 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 430 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 104 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 12.1 seconds | 7.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 186 km/h✓ | 140 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,347 mm | 4,220 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,915 mm |
| Height | 1,591 mm | 1,845 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,735 mm |
| Weight | 1,274 kg | 1,820 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 335 litres✓ | 234 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 265/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 265/45R21 |
| 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 | 21" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 21" 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 | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 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 | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A & USB-C Front | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 4 Speakers | 15.4" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker 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 |
| 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 & V23 for sale
HR-V vs V23 FAQ
Is the Honda HR-V or iCaur V23 better?
The iCaur V23 is better for EV performance, all-wheel drive and 430 km range. The Honda HR-V is better for carrying five people and luggage, with a 335-litre boot against the V23’s 234 litres.
What is the price difference?
The iCaur V23 costs RM16,880 more than the Honda HR-V.
Which is quicker, the Honda HR-V or iCaur V23?
The iCaur V23 is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds. The Honda HR-V takes 12.1 seconds, a 4.6-second gap.