Verdict
At RM2,900 more, the Leapmotor B10 brings a 215 hp, 240 Nm rear motor, 434 km EV range, a 430-litre boot and a 9.3-second 0-100 km/h time. The Honda HR-V counters with a 119 hp, 145 Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine, lower RM120 annual road tax and a 5-year unlimited-mileage warranty. The B10 is the more spacious, faster and far better-equipped SUV; the HR-V makes sense for buyers who value its smaller 4,347 mm footprint, 186 km/h top speed and unlimited-mileage cover.
Pick the Honda HR-V if you want lower RM120 yearly road tax, a 5-year unlimited-mileage warranty and a 4,347 mm-long SUV with a space-saver spare.
Pick the Leapmotor B10 if you want 215 hp, 434 km of EV range, a 430-litre boot and substantially more convenience and safety equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Honda HR-V RM115,900; Leapmotor B10 RM118,800.
- Power and torque: Honda HR-V 119 hp and 145 Nm; Leapmotor B10 215 hp and 240 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Honda HR-V 12.1 seconds; Leapmotor B10 9.3 seconds.
- Boot space: Honda HR-V 335 litres; Leapmotor B10 430 litres.
- Wheelbase: Honda HR-V 2,610 mm; Leapmotor B10 2,735 mm.
- Annual road tax: Honda HR-V RM120; Leapmotor B10 RM200.
HR-V
- RM120 annual road tax and 5-year unlimited-mileage warranty
- 186 km/h top speed versus 170 km/h
- Space-saver spare tyre and ULTRA rear seat
- 119 hp and 145 Nm trail the B10's 215 hp and 240 Nm
- 335-litre boot is 95 litres smaller
- No blind spot system, curtain/far-side airbags, panoramic roof or 360-degree camera
B10
- 215 hp, 240 Nm motor and 9.3-second 0-100 km/h time
- 434 km range, 67.1 kWh battery and 11 kW AC charging
- 430-litre boot, 2,735 mm wheelbase, blind spot monitoring and 360-degree monitor
- RM200 annual road tax is RM80 higher
- 6-year warranty is capped at 150,000 km versus the HR-V's unlimited mileage
- Tyre repair kit instead of the HR-V's space-saver spare tyre
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,900✓ | RM118,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM200 |
| 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 | — | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 240 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 67.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 434 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| V2L | — | 1.7 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 | 9.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 186 km/h✓ | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,347 mm | 4,515 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,885 mm |
| Height | 1,591 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,735 mm |
| Weight | 1,274 kg | 1,845 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 335 litres | 430 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 235/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Linglong Sport Master e |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| 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 and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain and Far Side |
| 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 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 Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A & USB-C Front | 1 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 | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Satellite Navigation, WiFi built-in, 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 (NFC Card) |
| 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 | Powered Boot |
| 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 | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8 Year/160,000 km BEV Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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.
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HR-V vs B10 FAQ
Is the Honda HR-V or Leapmotor B10 better?
The Leapmotor B10 is better equipped and quicker, with 215 hp, a 430-litre boot and 434 km range. Choose the Honda HR-V for its lower road tax, unlimited-mileage warranty, smaller body and space-saver spare.
What is the price difference?
The Leapmotor B10 costs RM2,900 more than the Honda HR-V.
Which has the better warranty?
The Honda HR-V has a 5-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty. The Leapmotor B10 has a longer 6-year manufacturer warranty capped at 150,000 km, plus 8-year/160,000 km BEV and battery warranties.