Verdict
At RM104,468 against the Honda HR-V’s RM115,900, the MG S5 is RM11,432 cheaper while bringing a 168 hp/250 Nm rear motor, 49 kWh battery and 340 km range. Its 7.0-second 0-100 km/h time is 5.1 seconds ahead, and its 453-litre boot is 118 litres bigger. The HR-V counters with a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty, a space-saver spare and ULTRA rear-seat flexibility. Pick the MG if charging suits your routine; the Honda makes more sense for buyers who value unrestricted warranty mileage and its more versatile rear bench.
Pick the Honda HR-V if unlimited-mileage warranty cover, a space-saver spare tyre and ULTRA rear seats matter more than EV performance and boot volume.
Pick the MG S5 if you can charge a 49 kWh EV and want 168 hp, 340 km of range, a 453-litre boot and a lower purchase price.
Key differences
- Price: Honda HR-V RM115,900; MG S5 RM104,468.
- Performance: Honda HR-V 119 hp, 145 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 12.1 seconds; MG S5 168 hp, 250 Nm and 7.0 seconds.
- Energy system: Honda HR-V has a 1.5-litre petrol engine and 40-litre tank; MG S5 has a 49 kWh battery, 340 km range, 7 kW AC and 120 kW DC charging.
- Boot space: Honda HR-V 335 litres; MG S5 453 litres.
- Wheelbase: Honda HR-V 2,610 mm; MG S5 2,730 mm.
- Warranty: Honda HR-V five years/unlimited mileage; MG S5 seven years/150,000 km, with an eight-year/180,000 km battery warranty.
HR-V
- Five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.
- ULTRA rear seats with recline and 60:40 folding.
- Space-saver spare tyre and 18-inch alloy wheels.
- RM11,432 dearer despite 119 hp and a 12.1-second 0-100 km/h time versus 168 hp and 7.0 seconds.
- 335-litre boot is 118 litres smaller than the MG S5’s.
- No blind spot information system; the MG also adds curtain airbags and a driver’s knee airbag.
S5
- 168 hp, 250 Nm rear motor and 7.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 49 kWh battery with 340 km range, 120 kW DC charging and 2.5 kW V2L.
- 453-litre boot, blind spot information system and seven-year manufacturer warranty.
- Seven-year manufacturer warranty is capped at 150,000 km, while the Honda’s five-year cover has unlimited mileage.
- Tyre repair kit instead of the Honda’s space-saver spare tyre.
- Rear seats only 60:40 split-fold, lacking the Honda’s recline function and ULTRA seat arrangement.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,900 | RM104,468✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| 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 | — | 168 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 250 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 49 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 340 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 120 kW |
| V2L | — | 2.5 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 | 7.0 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 186 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,347 mm | 4,476 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,849 mm |
| Height | 1,591 mm | 1,621 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,730 mm |
| Weight | 1,274 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 335 litres | 453 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Bridgestone Turanza T005 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Black Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Black Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee Airbag |
| 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 Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Fabric; Six-way Manual Driver Seat, Four-way Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A & USB-C Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 1 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| 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 | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down |
| 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 | Manual |
| 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 | — | Battery pack 8-yr/180,000 km; motor control unit 8-yr/160,000 km |
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 S5 FAQ
Is the Honda HR-V or MG S5 better?
The MG S5 is the stronger buy if home or regular charging is practical: it is cheaper, far quicker, has 340 km of EV range and a larger boot. Choose the Honda HR-V for unlimited-mileage warranty cover, a spare tyre and its more flexible rear seats.
What is the price difference?
The MG S5 costs RM11,432 less than the Honda HR-V: RM104,468 versus RM115,900.
Which has the better warranty and boot space?
The Honda HR-V has five years of unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty, while the MG S5 has seven years capped at 150,000 km. The MG has the larger boot at 453 litres, compared with 335 litres for the Honda.