Verdict
At RM94,900, the Honda WR-V is RM9,568 cheaper and gives a petrol buyer 6.0 L/100 km rated consumption, a 380-litre boot and a full-size 16-inch steel spare. The RM104,468 MG S5 changes the brief: its 49 kWh battery, 168 hp/250 Nm rear motor and 7.0-second 0-100 km/h time are far stronger than the WR-V’s 119 hp/145 Nm and 11.0 seconds. It is also 416 mm longer, with a 453-litre boot, but buyers need to live with 340 km EV range and a tyre repair kit.
Pick the Honda WR-V if you want the lower RM94,900 entry price, petrol refuelling and a 16-inch steel spare tyre.
Pick the MG S5 if you can charge an EV and want 168 hp, 250 Nm, a 453-litre boot and much quicker acceleration.
Key differences
- Price: Honda WR-V RM94,900; MG S5 RM104,468.
- Power and torque: Honda WR-V 119 hp and 145 Nm; MG S5 motor 168 hp and 250 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Honda WR-V 11.0 seconds; MG S5 7.0 seconds.
- Length and wheelbase: Honda WR-V 4,060 mm and 2,485 mm; MG S5 4,476 mm and 2,730 mm.
- Boot space: Honda WR-V 380 litres; MG S5 453 litres.
- Rear suspension: Honda WR-V torsion beam; MG S5 multi-link.
WR-V
- RM9,568 lower purchase price
- 6.0 L/100 km rated economy
- 16-inch steel spare tyre
- 11.0-second 0-100 km/h time versus 7.0 seconds
- Smaller 380-litre boot versus 453 litres
- Four airbags versus the MG S5's seven airbags
S5
- 168 hp and 250 Nm rear motor
- 49 kWh battery with 340 km range
- 120 kW DC charging and 2.5 kW V2L
- RM9,568 higher purchase price
- Tyre repair kit instead of a steel spare
- 150,000 km vehicle warranty cap versus unlimited mileage
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM94,900✓ | RM104,468 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | — | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC i-VTEC | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 119 hp | — |
| Torque | 145 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| 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 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11.0 seconds | 7.0 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 6.0 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,060 mm | 4,476 mm |
| Width | 1,780 mm | 1,849 mm |
| Height | 1,608 mm | 1,621 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,485 mm | 2,730 mm |
| Weight | 1,105 kg | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | 453 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | 16" Steel Spare | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Turanza T005 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | — | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Black Alloys | 17" Black Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Black Alloys | 17" Black Alloys |
| Steering | Electric Power Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Dual Front and Side Airbags | 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 |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | ISOFIX i-Size | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with CMBS | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front and Rear | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Fabric | Fabric; Six-way Manual Driver Seat, Four-way Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air Conditioning | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 1 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 10" Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Remote Engine Start, Push Button Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | — | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, Multi-angle with LaneWatch | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year unlimited-mileage warranty; free labour for up to 5 services (100,000 km/5 years) | 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.
Used WR-V & S5 for sale
WR-V vs S5 FAQ
Is the Honda WR-V or MG S5 better?
The MG S5 is the more capable car on performance and space, with 168 hp, 7.0-second acceleration and a 453-litre boot. The Honda WR-V is the simpler lower-cost choice at RM94,900, with petrol power and a spare tyre.
What is the price difference?
The MG S5 costs RM104,468 and the Honda WR-V costs RM94,900, so the MG is RM9,568 more expensive.
Which one is quicker?
The MG S5 is markedly quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 7.0 seconds. The Honda WR-V takes 11.0 seconds, a four-second deficit.