Car Buyer's Guide

Honda WR-V vs Renault Captur

Honda WR-V

Honda WR-V

Renault Captur

Renault Captur

No longer on sale — shown for reference

TCe 120 EDC

Verdict

The WR-V is about 12% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

What the WR-V has over the Captur

AlarmAutonomous Braking SystemLane-keeping AssistCollision WarningReverse CameraPower Door

What the Captur has over the WR-V

Front FoglampsLED Daytime Running LightsRear FoglampsInterior LightingCup HoldersTiptronicAuto WipersSteering TelescopicNavigation

Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.

The Captur's wheelbase is 121 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom.

WR-V 4,060 × 1,780 × 1,608 mm · wheelbase 2,485 mmCaptur 4,122 × 1,778 × 1,567 mm · wheelbase 2,606 mm
1,6084,060 mmWheelbase 2,485 mm1,5674,122 mmWheelbase 2,606 mm

Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.

Price & overview
PriceRM94,900✓RM107,980
Body typeSUVSUV
SegmentB-SegmentB-Segment
AssemblyCKDCKD
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM120RM85✓
Monthly instalment (est.)RM970/mo✓RM1,100/mo
Insurance / year (est.)RM2,747✓RM3,055
Fuel / year (est.)RM2,388RM2,348✓
Energy cost / 100 km (est.)RM11.94RM11.74✓
5-year running costs (est.)RM26,275✓RM27,442
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve DOHC i-VTEC16-Valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharger with variable valve timing
Capacity1,498 cc1,197 cc
Horsepower119 hp at 6,600 rpm120 hp at 5,000 rpm✓
Torque145 Nm at 4,300 rpm205 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓
Cylinder ArrangementInline 4Inline 4
FuelPetrolPetrol
Bore × Stroke73 mm × 89.5 mm72.2 mm × 73.1 mm
Compression Ratio10.610
Drivetrain
TransmissionCVT AutomaticDual-clutch Automatic (Dry)
Transmission NameCVTEfficient Dual Clutch (EDC)
Gears—6
Transmission Manufacturer—Getrag
DrivelineFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h11.0 seconds10.9 seconds✓
Rated Economy6.0 L/100 km5.9 L/100 km✓
Top Speed160 km/h192 km/h✓
Dimensions
Length4,060 mm4,122 mm
Width1,780 mm1,778 mm
Height1,608 mm1,567 mm
Wheelbase2,485 mm2,606 mm
Weight1,105 kg1,180 kg
Fuel Tank40 litres45 litres
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space380 litres✓377 litres
Front Tyre215/55R17205/55R17
Rear Tyre215/55R17205/55R17
Spare Tyre16" Steel SpareSpace Saver
Factory Tyres—Continental Eco Contact 5
Chassis
AssemblyMalaysia (CKD)Malaysia (CKD)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionTorsion BeamTorsion Beam
Front Wheels17" Black Alloys17" Alloy
Rear Wheels17" Black Alloys17" Alloy
SteeringElectric Power SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Crash Safety Ratings
ASEAN NCAP5 stars—
Safety
Airbags4 (Dual Front and Side Airbags)4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side)
ABS/EBD✓✓
Stability Control✓✓
Alarm✓—
Immobilizer✓✓
Child Safety LockManual for Rear DoorsManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
ISOFIXISOFIX i-SizeAvailable on two outer rear passenger seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYes, with CMBS—
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionNo
Collision Warning✓—
Seatbelt ReminderDriver and Front PassengerFront Seats Only
Safety NotesHonda SENSING: FCW, CMBS, LKAS, LDW, RDM, ACC, Auto High Beam, LCDN; Honda LaneWatch; Emergency Stop Signal; Rear Seat Reminder—
Lighting
HeadlampsHalogenHalogen Projector
TaillampsLEDLED Combination
LED Daytime Running Lights—✓
Front Foglamps—✓
Rear Foglamps—✓
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators✓✓
Cabin
Front SeatsFabricManual Adjustable
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conManual Air ConditioningSingle-zone automatic climate control
Rear Air-conNone—
SunroofNone—
Power Sockets1 Rear, 2 USB1 Front
Interior Lighting—Map Lights
Cup Holders—2 Front, 1 Rear
Audio10" Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto7" Touchscreen with GPS, 6 Speakers
Convenience
Power WindowsFour WindowsFour Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch
Engine StartRemote Engine Start, Push Button StartKeyless Push Button
LocksKeyless Operation with Walk-away Auto LockKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps✓✓
Auto Wipers—✓
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlPassive Cruise Control
Tiptronic—✓
Steering Audio Control✓✓
Steering Tilt✓✓
Steering Telescopic—✓
Boot OperationManualRemote Control Activation
Parking Sensor Rear2 Sensors4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, Multi-angle with LaneWatch—
Folding Wing Mirrors✓✓
Bluetooth✓✓
Navigation—✓
Power DoorConventional—
Hill Start Assist✓✓
Instrument ClusterDigital/AnalogueDigital/Analogue
Parking BrakeHandbrakeHandbrake
Convenience NotesRemote Engine Start, Walk-away Auto Lock, Rear Wiper, Urethane Steering Wheel, Fabric Centre Armrest—
Warranty
Warranty Mileage ManufacturerUnlimited✓150,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer5 years5 years
Warranty Notes5-year unlimited-mileage warranty; free labour for up to 5 services (100,000 km/5 years)24-Hour Roadside Assistance, Mobility Solutions

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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.

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