Verdict
The Honda HR-V RV Facelift costs RM115,900 to the RU Facelift’s RM104,000, a RM11,900 step up that buys Honda Sensing autonomous braking, steering correction and adaptive cruise control with Low Speed Follow. It is also slightly larger at 4,347 mm long and rides on 18-inch wheels, but its 1.5-litre makes 119 hp and 145 Nm against the RU’s 140 hp and 172 Nm. The outgoing RU also carries 437 litres of luggage and a 50-litre tank, versus 335 litres and 40 litres. For a Malaysian buyer, the RV’s RM120 annual road tax softens its weaker output and smaller carrying capacity.
Pick the Honda HR-V RU Facelift if you want 140 hp, 172 Nm, a 437-litre boot and a 50-litre fuel tank.
Pick the Honda HR-V RV Facelift if Honda Sensing, adaptive cruise control, rear air vents and RM120 annual road tax matter more than outright power and boot space.
Key differences
- Price: Honda HR-V RU Facelift RM104,000; Honda HR-V RV Facelift RM115,900.
- Engine output: RU Facelift 140 hp and 172 Nm from 1,799 cc; RV Facelift 119 hp and 145 Nm from 1,498 cc.
- Boot space: RU Facelift 437 litres; RV Facelift 335 litres.
- Fuel tank: RU Facelift 50 litres; RV Facelift 40 litres.
- Safety assistance: RU Facelift has no autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist; RV Facelift has Honda Sensing autonomous braking and steering correction.
- Wheels: RU Facelift 17-inch alloys with 215/55R17 tyres; RV Facelift 18-inch alloys with 225/50R18 tyres.
RU Facelift
- 140 hp and 172 Nm from the 1.8-litre engine.
- 437-litre boot and 50-litre fuel tank.
- Six airbags, including front and rear curtain airbags.
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or steering correction.
- Halogen projector headlamps instead of LED reflector units.
- No rear air vents.
RV Facelift
- Honda Sensing autonomous braking, collision warning and steering correction.
- Adaptive cruise control with Low Speed Follow.
- Rear air vents, USB-A and USB-C ports, plus four rear parking sensors.
- 119 hp and 145 Nm, down from the RU Facelift’s 140 hp and 172 Nm.
- 335-litre boot, 102 litres smaller than the RU Facelift’s 437 litres.
- 40-litre fuel tank, versus 50 litres in the RU Facelift.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM104,000✓ | 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 | 4,334 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 | 1,257 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 | Continental UltraContact UC6 | 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 | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projectors | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | 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 | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | 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 | 7.0" touchscreen with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Voice Recognition, HDMI input and 4 speakers | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up/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 | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | 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, intermittent variable front wipers, illuminated front vanity mirrors | — |
| 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 Facelift vs RV Facelift FAQ
Is the Honda HR-V RU Facelift or Honda HR-V RV Facelift better?
The RV Facelift is better for active safety and driver assistance, thanks to Honda Sensing and adaptive cruise control. The RU Facelift is the better practical and more powerful choice, with 140 hp, a 437-litre boot and a 50-litre tank.
What is the price difference?
The Honda HR-V RV Facelift costs RM11,900 more than the Honda HR-V RU Facelift.
Which Honda HR-V has more luggage space?
The Honda HR-V RU Facelift has the larger boot at 437 litres. The Honda HR-V RV Facelift has 335 litres, a 102-litre deficit.