Used Honda CR-V for sale in Malaysia

The Honda CR-V is a C-segment SUV and one of the more familiar family-sized choices in Malaysia. The nameplate has been around here through the RM, RM facelift, RW, RW facelift and the current RY generation, which was launched in 2023. Current new CR-V pricing runs from RM178,200 to RM195,900, covering the 2.0 e:HEV E, 1.5 V AWD and 2.0 e:HEV RS variants.

On the used market, available examples currently span 2018 to 2024, with prices from RM76,800 to RM135,800 and mileages between 34,794 km and 85,698 km. The CR-V also has strong market presence, with 167,723 registrations since 2000 and over 10,000 units registered in both 2024 and 2025. Three-year value retention is listed at 72%, so it is not the cheapest used SUV to buy, but demand is clearly there. When shopping, pay close attention to model year and generation, as a 2023 or newer unit is the latest RY, while older cars are from the RW era.

Most used Honda CR-V listings in Malaysia sit in the 2017 RW to 2023 RY generations, with current stock led by Turbo E, Turbo V and TC-P 2WD trims.

• RW, launched 2017: choose this generation if your budget points to a 2018-2020 car, and look at the TC-P 2WD if you want the 1.5 litre turbo engine and higher equipment without paying for AWD.
• RW Facelift, launched 2020: this is the safer used sweet spot because it brings the updated fifth-generation body and is commonly seen with the TC-P 2WD trim in Malaysia.
• RY, launched 2023: pick the newer shape if you want a 2024 car, with Turbo E as the lower-cost 1.5 turbo choice and Turbo V as the better-equipped petrol variant.
• Hybrid choice: the RY 2.0 e:HEV E and 2.0 e:HEV RS are the current hybrid variants, but they are separate from the Turbo E and Turbo V petrol trims seen in used stock here.
• Bottom-line pick: a RW Facelift TC-P 2WD suits most used buyers, while a RY Turbo V is the pick if you want the latest generation and can stretch to a newer car.

For a used Honda CR-V in Malaysia, focus your inspection on service proof, body integrity and the known wear areas on the RM, RW and RY generations.

• Service history Insist on invoices for engine oil, CVT fluid, coolant and brake fluid changes, as the 1.5 VTEC Turbo and CVT-equipped CR-V variants rely on correct fluid maintenance.
• Turbo engine On RW and RY 1.5 Turbo cars, check cold starts, idle quality, oil level and any fuel smell in the oil, as some owners report oil dilution symptoms and rough running when servicing is stretched.
• CVT and AWD The CVT should move off smoothly with no shudder, flare or whining, while AWD variants should not bind or rumble from the rear differential during tight low-speed turns.
• Suspension and steering Listen for knocks from the front lower arms, stabiliser links, absorbers and steering components over rough roads, as these parts can wear on high-mileage Malaysian CR-Vs.
• Flood or accident damage Check panel gaps, chassis legs, boot floor, carpets, seat rails, electrical connectors and airbag warning lights, as flood repairs and major crash repairs can hide behind clean exterior paint.
• Mileage and trim Verify mileage against service records and inspection stickers, then confirm the variant equipment matches the badge, especially for Turbo E, Turbo V and TC-P 2WD cars with different safety and convenience kit.

The Honda CR-V follows Honda Malaysia’s normal 10,000 km or six-month service schedule, with routine maintenance costs sitting in mainstream C-segment SUV territory rather than premium SUV territory. The 1.5-litre turbo petrol versions require the correct engine oil and CVT fluid at the specified intervals, while the 2.0 e:HEV hybrid adds hybrid-system checks to the regular service routine.

Fuel economy is generally sensible for a family SUV, with the 1.5 turbo at its best on steady highway runs and the e:HEV hybrid better suited to urban stop-start driving. Insurance sits in the higher end of the mass-market SUV band because insured values remain strong, while parts availability is good in Malaysia due to the CR-V’s long local presence and wide Honda workshop coverage.