Verdict
At RM399,900, the Civic Type R costs RM221,700 more than the RM178,200 CR-V, and it is a very different answer to Malaysian motoring: 315 hp, 420 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.5 seconds versus the SUV’s 146 hp, 190 Nm and 8.9 seconds. The CR-V fights back with five seats, a 589-litre boot and a 7 L/100 km rating, against four seats and 410 litres in the Type R. Pick the Honda that fits the job, because these are close only in badge and segment label.
Pick the Honda Civic Type R if 315 hp, a six-speed manual and 5.5-second 0-100 km/h pace matter more than rear-seat capacity and boot space.
Pick the Honda CR-V if you need five seats, a 589-litre boot, rear air vents and a far lower RM178,200 entry price.
Key differences
- Price: Honda Civic Type R RM399,900; Honda CR-V RM178,200.
- Performance: Civic Type R 315 hp, 420 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 5.5 seconds; CR-V 146 hp, 190 Nm and 8.9 seconds.
- Transmission: Civic Type R six-speed manual; CR-V eCVT automatic.
- Practicality: Civic Type R has 4 seats and 410 litres of boot space; CR-V has 5 seats and 589 litres.
- Dimensions: Civic Type R is 1,407 mm tall and 1,423 kg; CR-V is 1,681 mm tall and 1,616 kg.
- Fuel use: Civic Type R has no rated economy figure stated; CR-V is rated at 7 L/100 km.
Civic Type R
- 315 hp and 420 Nm, with 5.5-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- Six-speed manual transmission and adaptive dampers.
- Wider 265/30R19 Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S tyres.
- Costs RM221,700 more.
- Four seats and a 410-litre boot trail the CR-V’s five seats and 589 litres.
- No rear air vents; the CR-V also has powered front seats and a hands-free power boot.
CR-V
- RM178,200 price and 7 L/100 km rated economy.
- Five seats, 589-litre boot and sliding, reclining rear seats.
- Eight airbags, rear air vents and hands-free power boot.
- 146 hp and 190 Nm are far below the Type R’s 315 hp and 420 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h takes 8.9 seconds, versus 5.5 seconds for the Type R.
- Its 1,616 kg kerb weight is 193 kg higher than the Type R’s 1,423 kg.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM399,900 | RM178,200✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM378✓ | RM437 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 16-valve DOHC, Atkinson Cycle Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 1,993 cc |
| Horsepower | 315 hp at 6,500 rpm✓ | 146 hp at 6,100 rpm |
| Torque | 420 Nm at 2,600 rpm✓ | 190 Nm at 4,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 86 mm × 85.9 mm | 81 mm × 96.7 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.8 | 13.9 |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 181 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 335 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed Manual | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.5 seconds✓ | 8.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 7 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 272 km/h✓ | 185 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,593 mm | 4,691 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,866 mm |
| Height | 1,407 mm | 1,681 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,734 mm | 2,701 mm |
| Weight | 1,423 kg | 1,616 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 47 litres | 57 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 410 litres | 589 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/30R19 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/30R19 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Dampers | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtains, Front Knee Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable, Driver's Seat Height Adjustable | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Driver's Memory, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline and Sliding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-A | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's and Front Passenger's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button with Remote Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Power Boot with Hands-Free Function |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes, with Multi-angle |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 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.
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Civic Type R vs CR-V FAQ
Is the Honda Civic Type R or Honda CR-V better?
The Civic Type R is better for outright pace and manual-driving involvement, with 315 hp and a 5.5-second 0-100 km/h time. The CR-V is better for family use, bringing five seats, a 589-litre boot and rear air vents.
What is the price difference?
The Honda Civic Type R costs RM399,900 and the Honda CR-V costs RM178,200. The difference is RM221,700 in favour of the CR-V.
Which has more luggage space, the Civic Type R or CR-V?
The Honda CR-V has the larger boot at 589 litres, 179 litres more than the Honda Civic Type R’s 410 litres. The CR-V also has five seats, while the Type R has four.
