Verdict
At RM89,900, the Honda WR-V costs RM5,100 less and suits buyers who want a 1,498 cc petrol SUV with a 40-litre tank, a 6.0 L/100 km rating and an 11.0-second 0-100 km/h figure. The RM95,000 Seres 3 trades that simplicity for a 161 hp, 300 Nm motor, 53.6 kWh battery and 340 km range, while bringing 525 litres of boot space against 380 litres. It is also 325 mm longer and 170 mm wider. But Honda Sensing, blind-spot information and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty make the WR-V the more defensible choice if charging is not part of your routine.
Pick the Honda WR-V if you want the lower purchase price, petrol refuelling and Honda Sensing with blind-spot information.
Pick the Seres 3 if you can charge an EV and want 161 hp, 300 Nm, a 340 km range and a 525-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Honda WR-V RM89,900; Seres 3 RM95,000.
- Powertrain output: Honda WR-V 121 hp and 145 Nm; Seres 3 161 hp and 300 Nm.
- Energy storage: Honda WR-V has a 40-litre petrol tank; Seres 3 has a 53.6 kWh battery with 340 km range.
- Size and boot: Honda WR-V is 4,060 mm long with 380 litres; Seres 3 is 4,385 mm long with 525 litres.
- Safety and warranty: Honda WR-V has Honda Sensing and five-year unlimited-mileage cover; Seres 3 has no autonomous braking listed and five-year/160,000 km…
WR-V
- RM5,100 lower purchase price.
- Honda Sensing, blind-spot information and lane-keeping steering correction.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- 121 hp and 145 Nm trail the Seres 3's 161 hp and 300 Nm.
- 380-litre boot is 145 litres smaller than the Seres 3's.
- Manual front air-con and manual front-seat adjustment.
3
- 161 hp motor and 300 Nm torque.
- 53.6 kWh battery, 340 km range and 11 kW AC/60 kW DC charging.
- 525-litre boot, powered front seats and rear air-con vents.
- Costs RM5,100 more than the Honda WR-V.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot information or lane-keeping assist listed.
- Warranty is capped at 160,000 km, unlike the WR-V's unlimited-mileage cover.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM89,900✓ | RM95,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 121 hp | — |
| Torque | 145 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 73 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | — |
| 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 | 1,576 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,485 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | 1,108 kg | 1,650 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | 525 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R16 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | 16" Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Chao Yang SU318a H/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 7.0" Display Audio Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 2 Speakers | 10.25" Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | — | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Manual Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 160,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Free Labour for Five Times within 100,000 km or Five 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 WR-V is the better all-round pick for buyers who need petrol convenience and active safety, including Honda Sensing. Choose the Seres 3 if EV charging suits your use and its 161 hp motor, 340 km range and larger 525-litre boot matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Seres 3 costs RM95,000, which is RM5,100 more than the Honda WR-V at RM89,900.
Which has more luggage space and cabin equipment?
The Seres 3 has the larger 525-litre boot versus 380 litres in the WR-V. It also gets powered front seats, rear air-con vents, a 10.25-inch touchscreen and six speakers, while the WR-V has a seven-inch screen and two speakers.