Verdict
Just RM100 separates them: the Honda WR-V costs RM94,900 and the Seres 3 RM95,000. For that near-identical outlay, the Seres brings a 161 hp/300 Nm motor, 53.6 kWh battery, quoted 340 km range and a 525-litre boot, against the WR-V’s 119 hp/145 Nm petrol engine and 380 litres. The Honda counters with 5-star ASEAN NCAP, CMBS autonomous braking, steering lane-keeping and adaptive cruise control. Choose based on charging access and driver-assistance priorities, not the price gap.
Pick the Honda WR-V if CMBS autonomous braking, steering lane-keeping and adaptive cruise control matter more than EV range and boot capacity.
Pick the Seres 3 if you have practical charging access and want 161 hp, 300 Nm, a quoted 340 km EV range and a 525-litre boot for RM100 more.
Key differences
- Powertrain: WR-V 1.5-litre petrol, 119 hp and 145 Nm; Seres 3 electric motor, 161 hp and 300 Nm.
- Energy use: WR-V is rated at 6.0 L/100 km; Seres 3 has a 53.6 kWh battery and quoted 340 km range.
- Charging: WR-V has no charging provision; Seres 3 supports 11 kW AC and 60 kW DC charging.
- Size and boot: WR-V is 4,060 mm long with a 380-litre boot; Seres 3 is 4,385 mm long with 525 litres.
- Driver assistance: WR-V gets CMBS, steering lane-keeping and adaptive cruise control; Seres 3 has no autonomous braking or lane-keeping and passive cruise…
- Weight: WR-V weighs 1,105 kg; Seres 3 weighs 1,650 kg.
WR-V
- CMBS autonomous braking and steering lane-keeping
- Adaptive cruise control
- 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating and unlimited-mileage five-year warranty
- 380-litre boot trails the Seres 3's 525 litres
- 119 hp and 145 Nm trail the Seres 3's 161 hp and 300 Nm
- No EV battery, quoted EV range or AC/DC charging capability
3
- 161 hp and 300 Nm electric motor
- 53.6 kWh battery with quoted 340 km range; 11 kW AC and 60 kW DC charging
- 525-litre boot, powered front seats and rear air-con vents
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping, where the WR-V has CMBS and steering correction
- Passive cruise control instead of the WR-V's adaptive cruise control
- Five-year/160,000 km warranty has a mileage cap; the WR-V's five-year warranty is unlimited-mileage
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM94,900✓ | RM95,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | — | CBU |
| 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 | — | 161 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 300 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 53.6 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 340 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 60 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11.0 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 6.0 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,060 mm | 4,385 mm |
| Width | 1,780 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,608 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,485 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | 1,105 kg | 1,650 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | 525 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | 16" Steel Spare | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Chao Yang SU318a H/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | — | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Black Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Black Alloys | 18" 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 Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags |
| 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 on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with CMBS | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front and Rear | Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Fabric | Powered Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air Conditioning | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10" Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 10.25" Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Remote Engine Start, Push Button Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, Multi-angle with LaneWatch | Yes |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 160,000 km |
| 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) | — |
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 & 3 for sale
WR-V vs 3 FAQ
Is the Honda WR-V or Seres 3 better?
The Seres 3 is the stronger choice for EV driving, space and outright motor output, with 161 hp, 300 Nm and a 525-litre boot. The WR-V is better if active safety is decisive, as it has CMBS, lane-keeping and adaptive cruise control.
What is the price difference?
The Seres 3 costs RM95,000, which is RM100 more than the Honda WR-V at RM94,900.
Can the Seres 3 be charged at home and on DC fast chargers?
Yes. The Seres 3 supports AC charging at up to 11 kW and DC charging at up to 60 kW. Its battery capacity is 53.6 kWh and its quoted EV range is 340 km.