Verdict
At RM116,800, the Chery O5 is RM900 above the Honda HR-V, but brings 145 hp and 230 Nm against the Honda’s 119 hp and 145 Nm. It is also 53 mm longer, 40 mm wider and has a 378-litre boot versus 335 litres. The HR-V counters with 160 kg less weight, a CVT and its useful ULTRA Seat arrangement. The O5’s multi-link rear suspension, front and rear curtain airbags, 360-degree camera and seven-year/150,000-km warranty make the small premium easy to justify on equipment alone.
Pick the Chery O5 if you want the stronger 145 hp/230 Nm turbo engine, a larger boot and substantially richer convenience and safety equipment.
Pick the Honda HR-V if you prefer a 1,274-kg SUV with a CVT, ULTRA Seat versatility and adaptive cruise control with Low Speed Follow.
Key differences
- Price: Chery O5 RM116,800; Honda HR-V RM115,900.
- Power and torque: Chery O5 145 hp and 230 Nm; Honda HR-V 119 hp and 145 Nm.
- Kerb weight: Chery O5 1,434 kg; Honda HR-V 1,274 kg.
- Boot space: Chery O5 378 litres; Honda HR-V 335 litres.
- Rear suspension: Chery O5 multi-link; Honda HR-V torsion beam.
- Warranty: Chery O5 seven years/150,000 km; Honda HR-V five years/unlimited mileage.
O5
- 145 hp and 230 Nm turbocharged 1.5 litre engine.
- 378-litre boot, 51-litre fuel tank and multi-link rear suspension.
- 360-degree camera, blind spot system, ventilated power front seats and front/rear curtain airbags.
- RM900 dearer than the Honda HR-V.
- 160 kg heavier than the Honda HR-V.
HR-V
- 160 kg lighter at 1,274 kg.
- CVT automatic and adaptive cruise control with Low Speed Follow.
- ULTRA Seat rear-seat arrangement and unlimited-mileage five-year warranty.
- 119 hp and 145 Nm trail the Chery O5’s 145 hp and 230 Nm.
- Torsion-beam rear suspension instead of the Chery O5’s multi-link layout.
- No blind spot system, front parking sensors, 360-degree camera or front/rear curtain airbags.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM116,800 | RM115,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp✓ | 119 hp |
| Torque | 230 Nm✓ | 145 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 10.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | CVT |
| 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 | 4,400 mm | 4,347 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,790 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,591 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm | 2,610 mm |
| Weight | 1,434 kg | 1,274 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 378 litres✓ | 335 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Giti GitiComfort F50 | Continental UltraContact UC6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side |
| 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 for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 6-way Power Adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide, Manual Sunshade | — |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 1 Front 15W Wireless Charger, 1 Front 12V Socket, 1 Rear USB, 1 Boot 12V Socket | 1 Front, 1 USB-A & USB-C Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, Sony Premium Audio with 8 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, 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, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 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.
Used O5 & HR-V for sale
O5 vs HR-V FAQ
Is the Chery O5 or Honda HR-V better?
The Chery O5 is the stronger equipment-led choice: it has 26 hp and 85 Nm more, a 43-litre larger boot, multi-link rear suspension and more safety hardware. Choose the Honda HR-V for its 160-kg lower weight, CVT and ULTRA Seat flexibility.
What is the price difference?
The Chery O5 costs RM900 more than the Honda HR-V. That gap brings a more powerful turbo engine, a larger boot, powered ventilated front seats, a 360-degree camera and a longer seven-year warranty.
Which has the better parking and camera equipment?
The Chery O5 does. It has four front and four rear parking sensors plus a 360-degree camera, while the Honda HR-V has four rear sensors and a multi-angle reverse camera.
