Verdict
At RM115,900, the Honda HR-V undercuts the Suzuki Fronx by RM14,988 while bringing a stronger 119 hp/145 Nm 1.5 litre engine, a 2,610 mm wheelbase and a 335-litre boot. That matters if this B-segment SUV will regularly carry adults and luggage. The Fronx counters with six airbags, blind-spot monitoring, a 360-degree camera and a 9.0-inch wireless smartphone-ready screen, against the Honda’s four airbags, multi-angle camera and 8.0-inch unit. Pick the HR-V for space and long-term warranty cover; the Fronx makes its case on safety kit and cabin technology.
Pick the Honda HR-V if you want more power, a 335-litre boot, a 2,610 mm wheelbase and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty cover for less money.
Pick the Suzuki Fronx if six airbags, blind-spot monitoring, a 360-degree camera and wireless Apple CarPlay matter more than cabin space and outright performance.
Key differences
- Price: Honda HR-V RM115,900; Suzuki Fronx RM130,888.
- Output: Honda HR-V 119 hp and 145 Nm; Suzuki Fronx 100 hp and 138 Nm.
- Size: Honda HR-V 4,347 mm long with a 2,610 mm wheelbase; Suzuki Fronx 3,995 mm long with a 2,520 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: Honda HR-V 335 litres; Suzuki Fronx 308 litres.
- Airbags: Honda HR-V four; Suzuki Fronx six.
- Warranty: Honda HR-V five years/unlimited mileage; Suzuki Fronx three years/100,000 km.
HR-V
- 119 hp and 145 Nm beat the Fronx’s 100 hp and 138 Nm.
- 335-litre boot and 2,610 mm wheelbase.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- Four airbags versus the Fronx’s six airbags.
- No blind-spot information system or head-up display.
- 8.0-inch wired smartphone infotainment and four speakers versus a 9.0-inch wireless system with six speakers.
Fronx
- Six airbags, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera.
- 9.0-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Mild-hybrid assistance, paddle shifters and head-up display.
- Costs RM14,988 more.
- 100 hp and 138 Nm trail the HR-V’s 119 hp and 145 Nm.
- 308-litre boot, 2,520 mm wheelbase and three-year/100,000 km warranty are all behind the HR-V.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,900✓ | RM130,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing and Mild-hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,462 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp at 6,600 rpm✓ | 100 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm✓ | 138 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 73 mm × 89.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT | 6AT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 12.1 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 186 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,347 mm | 3,995 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,765 mm |
| Height | 1,591 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,520 mm |
| Weight | 1,274 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 37 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 335 litres✓ | 308 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 215/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 215/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Indonesia (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & 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 | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A & USB-C Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 4 Speakers | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 6 Spekers |
| 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 | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km 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.
Used HR-V & Fronx for sale
HR-V vs Fronx FAQ
Is the Honda HR-V or Suzuki Fronx better?
The HR-V is the stronger all-round family choice with more power, more rearward cabin length, a larger boot and longer unlimited-mileage warranty. The Fronx is better equipped for safety and infotainment, with six airbags, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera.
What is the price difference?
The Suzuki Fronx costs RM14,988 more than the Honda HR-V. Its extra spend brings six airbags, blind-spot monitoring, a head-up display, 360-degree camera and wireless smartphone connectivity, but not more power or cargo room.
Which SUV has more space, the Honda HR-V or Suzuki Fronx?
The Honda HR-V is larger: it is 352 mm longer, 90 mm longer in wheelbase and has 27 litres more boot space. The HR-V measures 4,347 mm long with a 2,610 mm wheelbase and a 335-litre boot.
