Car Buyer's Guide

Overview

The Honda WR-V is a five-seat B-segment SUV for buyers wanting a compact petrol automatic with front-wheel drive. The 2026 DG4 facelift range uses a 1.5-litre, 119 hp engine and CVT across all three trims. Prices start from RM94,900, putting it close to the Seres 3 and below the Toyota Yaris Cross.

WR-V in 2026 — what's new

The Honda WR-V enters 2026 as the DG4 facelift, launched in Malaysia with three petrol variants: E, V and RS. Its headline additions are a 10-inch head unit, 360-degree camera and wireless charger. Every version uses the same 1,498 cc 119 hp petrol engine, front-wheel drive, CVT automatic transmission and five-seat cabin.

Variants (3)

RM94,900–RM104,900 · est. from RM970/mo

Which variant to buy

Start with the E at RM94,900. It has the same mechanical layout and seating capacity as the V at RM98,900 and RS at RM104,900. That makes the E the rational default on the published specification. The RM4,000 step to V and RM10,000 step to RS are trim decisions, not powertrain upgrades; pay more only after checking that each grade’s equipment justifies the outlay.

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Colours

across the range — availability varies by variant

  • Platinum White Pearl Pearl
  • Meteoroid Gray Metallic Metallic
  • Stellar Diamond Pearl Pearl
  • Blazing Red Pearl Pearl
  • Blazing Red Pearl + Dual Tone Roof Pearl

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Verdict

The WR-V is Honda’s entry-level B-segment SUV, and the facelift brings useful cabin-tech additions: a 10-inch head unit, 360-degree camera and wireless charger. Its 119 hp petrol-CVT, front-wheel-drive setup is the same throughout the range. Pricing is plainly above the Ativa, QV-E, Aruz and Proton X50; it starts RM100 below the Seres 3 and RM5,000 below the Yaris Cross.

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Honda WR-V sales in Malaysia

2,122 registered so far in 2026 — Malaysia's #44 best-selling model this year. 115 were registered in Aug 2026, the latest month on record.

Sep 2025: 446 Oct 2025: 540 Nov 2025: 484 Dec 2025: 697 697 Jan 2026: 246 Feb 2026: 275 Mar 2026: 481 Apr 2026: 258 May 2026: 266 Jun 2026: 220 Jul 2026: 261 Aug 2026: 115 Sep 2025 Aug 2026 Full WR-V sales data, month by month →

Honda WR-V resale value

What a used WR-V holds of its price, by registration year: the trade-guide value insurers and dealers reference, and the price the market typically asks.

A three-year-old WR-V holds about 70% of its original value — stronger than the market average of 62%. The slower the line falls, the better it holds its value.
0% 50% 100% 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Age (years)
Honda WR-V Market average
Year Trade guide Typical asking Dealer sold Holds
2026 RM99,900 100%
2025 RM86,700 RM76,799 (14) 77%
2024 RM75,800 RM69,800 (23) RM79,800 70%
2023 RM68,800 RM68,800 (43) RM70,000 70%

Trade-guide and market listing data, West Malaysia. Actual prices vary with condition, mileage and variant; "holds" compares against that year's new price.

Generations

Rivals to consider

same class, similar money

Honda WR-V FAQ

How much is the Honda WR-V in Malaysia?

The Honda WR-V costs RM94,900 for the E, RM98,900 for the V and RM104,900 for the RS.

Which Honda WR-V variant should I buy?

Choose the E if the published specification is your guide. All three variants have the same 1,498 cc 119 hp petrol engine, FWD, CVT automatic transmission and five seats.

What engine and drivetrain does the Honda WR-V use?

It uses a 1,498 cc petrol engine producing 119 hp, driving the front wheels through a CVT automatic transmission.

What does the 2026 Honda WR-V facelift add?

The DG4 facelift introduces a 10-inch head unit, 360-degree camera and wireless charger.

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