Verdict
The RM11,900 step from RM104,000 to RM115,900 buys the newer RV’s Honda Sensing autonomous braking, steering correction and adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow, plus rear air-con vents and 18-inch wheels. But the outgoing RU is not simply outclassed: its 1.8-litre makes 140 hp and 172 Nm against 119 hp and 145 Nm, carries 437 litres versus 335 litres in the boot, and has six airbags to the RV’s four. For a used-car buyer needing luggage room and stronger output, the RU makes a persuasive case; choose the RV for active safety tech and lower RM120 annual road tax.
Pick the Honda HR-V RU Facelift if you want 140 hp, a 437-litre boot and six airbags for less money.
Pick the Honda HR-V RV Facelift if autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and rear air-con vents matter more than boot space and outright output.
Key differences
- Price: Honda HR-V RU Facelift RM104,000; Honda HR-V RV Facelift RM115,900.
- Power and torque: RU 140 hp and 172 Nm; RV 119 hp and 145 Nm.
- Boot space and fuel tank: RU 437 litres and 50 litres; RV 335 litres and 40 litres.
- Wheels and tyres: RU 17-inch wheels with 215/55R17 tyres; RV 18-inch wheels with 225/50R18 tyres.
- Airbags: RU has 6 airbags; RV has 4 airbags.
- Driver assistance: RU has no autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist; RV has Honda Sensing autonomous braking and steering correction.
RU Facelift
- 140 hp and 172 Nm from the 1.8-litre petrol engine.
- 437-litre boot and 50-litre fuel tank.
- Six airbags and a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating.
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or steering correction.
- No rear air-con vents, while the RV has them.
- Two rear parking sensors versus the RV’s four.
RV Facelift
- Honda Sensing autonomous braking, collision warning and steering correction.
- Adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow.
- Rear air-con vents, USB-A and USB-C ports, plus four rear parking sensors.
- 119 hp and 145 Nm trail the RU’s 140 hp and 172 Nm.
- 335-litre boot and 40-litre tank are smaller than the RU’s 437 litres and 50 litres.
- Four airbags versus the RU’s six.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM104,000✓ | RM115,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM360 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve SOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift |
| Capacity | 1,799 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 140 hp at 6,500 rpm✓ | 119 hp at 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | 172 Nm at 4,300 rpm✓ | 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 81 mm × 87.3 mm | 73 mm × 89.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 10.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | G-Design Shift CVT | CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | —✓ | 12.1 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 6.6 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | — | 186 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 155 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,334 mm | 4,347 mm |
| Width | 1,772 mm | 1,790 mm |
| Height | 1,605 mm | 1,591 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,610 mm |
| Weight | 1,257 kg | 1,274 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 437 litres✓ | 335 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Continental UltraContact UC6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projectors | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline ULTRA Seats, 60:40 Split-folding, Tip-up Base | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 USB-A & USB-C Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 1 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 7.0" touchscreen with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Voice Recognition, HDMI input and 4 speakers | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up/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 | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes, with Multi-angle |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Ambient meter illumination with 7 colours, Econ mode with Eco Assist, intermittent variable front wipers, illuminated front vanity mirrors | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Free labour for 1,000 km, 10,000 km, 30,000 km, 50,000 km, 70,000 km and 90,000 km intervals | — |
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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RU Facelift vs RV Facelift FAQ
Is the Honda HR-V RU Facelift or Honda HR-V RV Facelift better?
The RV is better for active safety and daily-driver assistance, with Honda Sensing and adaptive cruise control. The RU is the stronger practical buy if you prioritise power, a 437-litre boot, six airbags and a 50-litre fuel tank.
What is the price difference?
The Honda HR-V RV Facelift costs RM11,900 more than the Honda HR-V RU Facelift.
Which Honda HR-V has the bigger boot?
The Honda HR-V RU Facelift has the bigger boot at 437 litres, a 102-litre advantage over the Honda HR-V RV Facelift’s 335 litres.
