Verdict
The RM14,000 step up to the Honda CR-V 2.0 e:HEV RS buys a hybrid system that cuts the rated fuel figure from 7.5 to 5.0 L/100 km and trims the 0-100 km/h time from 10.4 to 8.9 seconds. It also adds Google built-in, Bose audio, a head-up display and navigation. But the 1.5 V AWD remains the more sensible choice for buyers who need all-wheel drive, a 200 km/h top speed and a full-size spare tyre, while saving RM317 a year in road tax.
1.5 V AWD
Pick the Honda CR-V 1.5 V AWD if you want all-wheel drive, a full-size spare tyre and lower annual road tax.
2.0 e:HEV RS
Pick the Honda CR-V 2.0 e:HEV RS if lower rated fuel use, quicker acceleration and the fuller infotainment package matter more than AWD.
Key differences
- Price: Honda CR-V 1.5 V AWD RM181,900; Honda CR-V 2.0 e:HEV RS RM195,900.
- Driveline: Honda CR-V 1.5 V AWD all-wheel drive; Honda CR-V 2.0 e:HEV RS front-wheel drive.
- Rated economy: Honda CR-V 1.5 V AWD 7.5 L/100 km; Honda CR-V 2.0 e:HEV RS 5.0 L/100 km.
- 0-100 km/h: Honda CR-V 1.5 V AWD 10.4 seconds; Honda CR-V 2.0 e:HEV RS 8.9 seconds.
- Road tax: Honda CR-V 1.5 V AWD RM120 per year; Honda CR-V 2.0 e:HEV RS RM437 per year.
- Top speed: Honda CR-V 1.5 V AWD 200 km/h; Honda CR-V 2.0 e:HEV RS 185 km/h.
1.5 V AWD
- All-wheel drive
- Full-size 18-inch spare tyre
- RM120 annual road tax
- Uses 7.5 L/100 km rated versus 5.0 L/100 km
- Slower 0-100 km/h time of 10.4 seconds
- Lacks Google built-in, navigation and head-up display
2.0 e:HEV RS
- Rated at 5.0 L/100 km
- 181 hp and 335 Nm electric motor
- Google built-in, Bose audio and head-up display
- Front-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive
- RM437 annual road tax
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM181,900✓ | RM195,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM437 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Atkinson Cycle Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,993 cc |
| Horsepower | 187 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ | 146 hp at 6,100 rpm |
| Torque | 243 Nm at 1,700 rpm✓ | 190 Nm at 4,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 73 mm × 89.4 mm | 81 mm × 96.7 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3 | 13.9 |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 181 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 335 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | Honda |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.4 seconds | 8.9 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7.5 L/100 km | 5 L/100 km✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | 185 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,691 mm | 4,691 mm |
| Width | 1,866 mm | 1,866 mm |
| Height | 1,691 mm | 1,681 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,701 mm |
| Weight | 1,668 kg | 1,735 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | 57 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 589 litres | 589 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size 18" | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Toyo Proxes R45 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Black Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Black Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtains, Knee Airbags) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtains, Knee 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger 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 Projector Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Driver's Memory, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Driver's Memory, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline and Sliding | 60:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline and Sliding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient 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 Google Built-in, 8 Speaker Bose Sound System, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver'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 with Remote Start | 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 | Power Boot with Hands-Free Function | Power Boot with Hands-Free Function |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/unlimited-mileage hybrid battery warranty |
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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1.5 V AWD vs 2.0 e:HEV RS FAQ
Is the Honda CR-V 1.5 V AWD or Honda CR-V 2.0 e:HEV RS better?
The 2.0 e:HEV RS is better for fuel use, acceleration and equipment, with 5.0 L/100 km and 8.9 seconds to 100 km/h. Choose the 1.5 V AWD if all-wheel drive, lower road tax and a full-size spare are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Honda CR-V 2.0 e:HEV RS costs RM14,000 more than the Honda CR-V 1.5 V AWD.
Which CR-V has lower running costs?
The 2.0 e:HEV RS has the lower rated fuel figure at 5.0 L/100 km versus 7.5 L/100 km, but its annual road tax is RM437 against RM120 for the 1.5 V AWD.
