Honda HR-V vs Toyota Yaris Cross
Verdict
The Honda HR-V asks RM115,900 against the Toyota Yaris Cross at RM99,900, so the RM16,000 gap is real money. The HR-V gives you the stronger 1.5 litre petrol engine, at 119 hp and 145 Nm versus 105 hp and 138 Nm, plus autonomous braking and adaptive cruise with Low Speed Follow. But the Yaris Cross hits back hard with a 471 litre boot, curtain airbags, blind spot monitoring, 360-degree camera, powered boot and a power driver’s seat. For most Malaysian families, the Toyota’s kit and boot space make the price gap difficult to ignore.
Pick the Honda HR-V if you want the stronger engine, Honda Sensing autonomous braking and adaptive cruise with Low Speed Follow.
Pick the Toyota Yaris Cross if you want the lower price, bigger boot and more convenience kit for family use.
Key differences
- Price: Honda HR-V RM115,900; Toyota Yaris Cross RM99,900
- Output: Honda HR-V 119 hp/145 Nm; Toyota Yaris Cross 105 hp/138 Nm
- Boot space: Honda HR-V 335 litres; Toyota Yaris Cross 471 litres
- Size: Honda HR-V 4,347 mm long/1,790 mm wide/1,591 mm tall; Toyota Yaris Cross 4,310 mm/1,770 mm/1,655 mm
- Wheelbase: Honda HR-V 2,610 mm; Toyota Yaris Cross 2,620 mm
- Safety kit: Honda HR-V has autonomous braking; Toyota Yaris Cross has blind spot monitoring and curtain airbags
HR-V
- Stronger 1.5 litre engine with 119 hp and 145 Nm
- Autonomous braking under Honda Sensing
- Adaptive cruise control includes Low Speed Follow
- RM16,000 more expensive
- Boot is much smaller at 335 litres versus 471 litres
- No blind spot monitoring or curtain airbags here
Yaris Cross
- RM99,900 price undercuts the HR-V by RM16,000
- Much larger 471 litre boot
- Gets 360-degree camera, powered boot and 8-way power driver’s seat
- Lower output at 105 hp and 138 Nm
- No autonomous braking in this specification
- Adaptive cruise control lacks Low Speed Follow
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 115,900 | RM 99,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp✓ | 105 hp |
| Torque | 145 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 73 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 12.1 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 186 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,347 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,591 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,274 kg | 1,150 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 335 litres | 471 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Steel 195/65R16 Tyre |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Toyo Proxes R61 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" 2-tone 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 | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | — |
| 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 | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A & USB-C Front | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 4 Speakers | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | 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.
HR-V vs Yaris Cross FAQ
Is the Honda HR-V or Toyota Yaris Cross better?
The Toyota Yaris Cross is the stronger buy on paper because it costs RM16,000 less, has a 471 litre boot and gets more convenience kit. Choose the Honda HR-V if engine output and autonomous braking matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Honda HR-V costs RM115,900, while the Toyota Yaris Cross costs RM99,900. That makes the HR-V RM16,000 more expensive.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Toyota Yaris Cross has the bigger boot by a large margin: 471 litres versus 335 litres in the Honda HR-V.