Verdict
The Honda WR-V costs RM11,012 more at RM94,900, but brings a 10-inch screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping steering correction and a multi-angle reverse camera. The Nissan Almera at RM83,888 is the more rational long-distance sedan: its 482-litre boot is 102 litres larger, its 2,620-mm wheelbase is 135 mm longer and its rated consumption is 5.4 L/100 km against 6.0. The WR-V counters with 119 hp and 17-inch wheels, while the Almera has 152 Nm from its turbo triple.
Pick the Honda WR-V if you want SUV height, stronger 119-hp output and substantially fuller driver-assistance and infotainment equipment.
Pick the Nissan Almera if you want to spend RM11,012 less on a longer-wheelbase sedan with a 482-litre boot and lower rated fuel use.
Key differences
- Price: Honda WR-V RM94,900; Nissan Almera RM83,888.
- Rated fuel economy: Honda WR-V 6.0 L/100 km; Nissan Almera 5.4 L/100 km.
- Boot space: Honda WR-V 380 litres; Nissan Almera 482 litres.
- Wheelbase: Honda WR-V 2,485 mm; Nissan Almera 2,620 mm.
- Power and torque: Honda WR-V 119 hp and 145 Nm; Nissan Almera 99 hp and 152 Nm.
- Driver assistance: Honda WR-V has adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping steering correction; Nissan Almera has neither.
WR-V
- 119 hp from a 1.5-litre petrol engine
- Adaptive cruise control, CMBS and lane-keeping steering correction
- 10-inch display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- RM11,012 pricier
- 6.0 L/100 km rated economy versus 5.4 L/100 km
- 380-litre boot is 102 litres smaller
Almera
- RM83,888 price and RM20 annual road tax
- 482-litre boot and 2,620-mm wheelbase
- 5.4 L/100 km rated economy and 152 Nm turbo torque
- No adaptive cruise control or lane-keeping assist
- No reverse camera
- Radio with four speakers instead of a 10-inch smartphone-integrated display
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM94,900 | RM83,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | — | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM20✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC i-VTEC | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 999 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp✓ | 99 hp |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT | Xtronic CVT |
| Gears | — | 1 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Jatco |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11.0 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 6.0 L/100 km | 5.4 L/100 km✓ |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Co2 | — | 125 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,060 mm | 4,495 mm |
| Width | 1,780 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,608 mm | 1,460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,485 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,105 kg | 1,090 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 35 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | 482 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 195/65R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 195/65R15 |
| Spare Tyre | 16" Steel Spare | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | — | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Black Alloys | 15" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Black Alloys | 15" Alloy |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| ISOFIX | ISOFIX i-Size | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with CMBS | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front and Rear | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED | LED Combination |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Fabric | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air Conditioning | Manual Single-zone |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 1 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10" Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | Radio with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Remote Engine Start, Push Button Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | — | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, Multi-angle with LaneWatch | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year unlimited-mileage warranty; free labour for up to 5 services (100,000 km/5 years) | 5 Times Free Service |
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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WR-V vs Almera FAQ
Is the Honda WR-V or Nissan Almera better?
The WR-V is better equipped, with adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping steering correction, a reverse camera and a 10-inch wireless smartphone display. The Almera is better for lower purchase cost, fuel economy and luggage capacity, with a 482-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Honda WR-V costs RM94,900 and the Nissan Almera costs RM83,888, so the WR-V is RM11,012 more expensive. The Honda also has RM120 annual road tax versus RM20 for the Nissan.
Which has the better boot and cabin footprint?
The Nissan Almera has the larger boot at 482 litres, against 380 litres in the Honda WR-V. Its 2,620-mm wheelbase is also 135 mm longer than the WR-V’s 2,485 mm, while the WR-V is 148 mm taller.