Verdict
The Honda HR-V RU costs RM92,545 against RM115,900 for the Honda HR-V RV Facelift, and the RM23,355 gap buys far more than a newer dashboard. The RU’s 1.8 litre makes 140 hp and 172 Nm, versus 119 hp and 145 Nm, while its 437-litre boot is 102 litres larger. But the RV Facelift adds Honda Sensing autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control, LED headlamps, an 8.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a reverse camera. For a Malaysian buyer, the newer car is the safer, better-equipped daily driver; the RU is the cheaper, roomier used-car case.
Pick the Honda HR-V RU if you want 140 hp, a 437-litre boot and a RM23,355 lower entry price.
Pick the Honda HR-V RV Facelift if Honda Sensing, adaptive cruise control and modern connectivity matter more than outright power and boot volume.
Key differences
- Price: Honda HR-V RU RM92,545; Honda HR-V RV Facelift RM115,900.
- Engine output: Honda HR-V RU 140 hp and 172 Nm; Honda HR-V RV Facelift 119 hp and 145 Nm.
- Boot space: Honda HR-V RU 437 litres; Honda HR-V RV Facelift 335 litres.
- Fuel tank: Honda HR-V RU 50 litres; Honda HR-V RV Facelift 40 litres.
- Wheels and tyres: Honda HR-V RU 17-inch wheels with 215/55R17 tyres; Honda HR-V RV Facelift 18-inch wheels with 225/50R18 tyres.
- Road tax: Honda HR-V RU RM360 yearly; Honda HR-V RV Facelift RM120 yearly.
RU
- 140 hp and 172 Nm from the 1.8 litre engine.
- 437-litre boot and 50-litre fuel tank.
- RM23,355 cheaper to buy.
- No Honda Sensing autonomous braking or adaptive cruise control.
- Halogen reflector headlamps, no reverse camera and only two rear parking sensors.
- No Apple CarPlay or Android Auto; audio is a CD/MP3 player with four speakers.
RV Facelift
- Honda Sensing autonomous braking, collision warning and steering correction.
- Adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow and a multi-angle reverse camera.
- 8.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-A and USB-C ports.
- 119 hp and 145 Nm trail the RU’s 140 hp and 172 Nm.
- 335-litre boot is 102 litres smaller than the RU’s.
- Costs RM23,355 more and carries RM120 annual road tax.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM92,545✓ | RM115,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM360 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve SOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift |
| Capacity | 1,799 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 140 hp✓ | 119 hp |
| Torque | 172 Nm✓ | 145 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 10.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | G-Design Shift CVT | CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | —✓ | 12.1 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 6.6 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | — | 186 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 155 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,294 mm | 4,347 mm |
| Width | 1,772 mm | 1,790 mm |
| Height | 1,605 mm | 1,591 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,610 mm |
| Weight | 1,239 kg | 1,274 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 437 litres✓ | 335 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Yokohama BluEarth E70 | Continental UltraContact UC6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 4 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| 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 |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Driver's Seat Only | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline ULTRA Seats, 60:40 Split-folding, Tip-up Base | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 USB-A & USB-C Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 1 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth and 4 Speakers | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down only | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with Multi-angle |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Ambient meter illumination with 7 colours, Econ mode with Eco Assist | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Free labour for 1,000 km, 10,000 km, 30,000 km, 50,000 km, 70,000 km and 90,000 km intervals | — |
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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RU vs RV Facelift FAQ
Is the Honda HR-V RU or Honda HR-V RV Facelift better?
The Honda HR-V RV Facelift is better for safety and daily equipment, with Honda Sensing, adaptive cruise control, a reverse camera and smartphone connectivity. Choose the Honda HR-V RU if lower purchase cost, stronger engine output and a 437-litre boot are the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Honda HR-V RV Facelift costs RM23,355 more than the Honda HR-V RU. That extra outlay brings Honda Sensing, adaptive cruise control, LED headlamps, an 8.0-inch touchscreen and a reverse camera, but not more power or boot space.
Which Honda HR-V has more luggage space?
The Honda HR-V RU has the larger boot at 437 litres, versus 335 litres in the Honda HR-V RV Facelift. Its 50-litre fuel tank is also 10 litres larger than the RV Facelift’s 40-litre tank.