Verdict
At RM89,900, the Honda WR-V costs RM3,100 less than the RM93,000 Toyota Rush while bringing 121 hp and 145 Nm against 104 hp and 136 Nm. Its 380-litre boot also beats the Rush’s 213 litres, and Honda Sensing adds autonomous braking and steering correction. The Rush answers with seven seats, a 2,685-mm wheelbase and rear air-con vents, where the WR-V has five seats and a 2,485-mm wheelbase. For a five-seat Malaysian household, the Honda is the sharper buy; the Toyota’s case is carrying more people.
Pick the Honda WR-V if you need five seats, a 380-litre boot, 121 hp and Honda Sensing for RM3,100 less.
Pick the Toyota Rush if seven seats, rear air-con vents and a longer 2,685-mm wheelbase matter more than stronger performance and active safety assistance.
Key differences
- Price: Honda WR-V RM89,900; Toyota Rush RM93,000.
- Power and torque: Honda WR-V 121 hp and 145 Nm; Toyota Rush 104 hp and 136 Nm.
- Seats: Honda WR-V 5; Toyota Rush 7.
- Boot space: Honda WR-V 380 litres; Toyota Rush 213 litres.
- Wheelbase: Honda WR-V 2,485 mm; Toyota Rush 2,685 mm.
- Safety assistance: Honda WR-V has autonomous braking and lane-keeping steering correction; Toyota Rush has neither.
WR-V
- RM3,100 lower purchase price
- 121 hp and 145 Nm, versus 104 hp and 136 Nm
- Honda Sensing autonomous braking and steering correction
- Five seats versus the Rush’s seven
- No rear air-con vents or rear blower
- Four airbags, while the Rush adds front and rear curtain airbags
Rush
- Seven-seat cabin with tumble middle row and split-folding last row
- Rear air-con vents with blower
- Front and rear curtain airbags, plus a 360-degree camera
- RM3,100 more expensive
- 104 hp and 136 Nm trail the WR-V’s 121 hp and 145 Nm
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM89,900✓ | RM93,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 121 hp✓ | 104 hp |
| Torque | 145 Nm✓ | 136 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT | 4 Speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear 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 | 4,435 mm |
| Width | 1,780 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,576 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,485 mm | 2,685 mm |
| Weight | 1,108 kg | 1,305 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres✓ | 213 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R16 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | 16" Space Saver | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Alenza 001A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Live Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 1 Last Row |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 3 Front, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 7.0" Display Audio Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 2 Speakers | 6.8" DVD-AVX touchscreen with 6 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | — | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| 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 & Rush for sale
WR-V vs Rush FAQ
Is the Honda WR-V or Toyota Rush better?
The Honda WR-V is better for most five-seat buyers: it costs RM3,100 less, makes 17 hp and 9 Nm more, has a 380-litre boot and adds autonomous braking. Choose the Toyota Rush only if its seven seats and rear air-con are essential.
What is the price difference?
The Honda WR-V costs RM89,900 and the Toyota Rush costs RM93,000, so the Rush is RM3,100 more expensive.
Which is better for a larger family?
The Toyota Rush is the practical choice for a larger family because it has seven seats, a 60:40 split-folding middle row, a 50:50 split-folding last row and rear air-con vents with a blower. The Honda WR-V has five seats.