Verdict
At RM86,726, the BR-V costs RM8,174 less and brings seven seats, a 2,662 mm wheelbase and rear air-con vents with blower control. It is the practical choice for carrying more people, though its 223-litre boot is tight with all three rows in use. The RM94,900 WR-V is lighter at 1,105 kg, reaches 100 km/h in 11.0 seconds and returns a rated 6.0 L/100 km. Its 380-litre boot, four airbags, CMBS and adaptive cruise control make the extra spend meaningful for a five-seat buyer.
Pick the Honda BR-V if you need seven seats, rear air-con vents and a RM8,174 lower entry price.
Pick the Honda WR-V if five seats are enough and you want a 380-litre boot, four airbags and Honda Sensing-style driver assistance features.
Key differences
- Price: Honda BR-V RM86,726; Honda WR-V RM94,900.
- Seating: Honda BR-V seven seats; Honda WR-V five seats.
- Boot space: Honda BR-V 223 litres; Honda WR-V 380 litres.
- Performance: Honda BR-V 0-100 km/h in 12.2 seconds; Honda WR-V in 11.0 seconds.
- Rated fuel economy: Honda BR-V 6.4 L/100 km; Honda WR-V 6.0 L/100 km.
- Airbags: Honda BR-V two; Honda WR-V four.
BR-V
- Seven seats
- RM8,174 lower price
- Rear air-con vents with blower control
- 223-litre boot versus the WR-V's 380 litres
- Two airbags versus four
- No CMBS, adaptive cruise control or steering correction
WR-V
- 380-litre boot
- Four airbags plus CMBS
- 11.0-second 0-100 km/h time
- RM8,174 more expensive
- Five seats versus seven
- No rear air-con vents
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM86,726✓ | RM94,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC i-VTEC |
| Capacity | 1,497 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp at 6,600 rpm | 119 hp at 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | 145 Nm at 4,600 rpm | 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 73 mm × 89.4 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT | CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 12.2 seconds | 11.0 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 6.4 L/100 km | 6.0 L/100 km✓ |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,451 mm | 4,060 mm |
| Width | 1,735 mm | 1,780 mm |
| Height | 1,677 mm | 1,608 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,662 mm | 2,485 mm |
| Weight | 1,260 kg | 1,105 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 42 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 223 litres | 380 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 195/60R16 | 215/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/60R16 | 215/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full size | 16" Steel Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | — |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Black Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Black Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Electric Power Steering |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 4 (Dual Front and Side Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer middle row passenger seats | ISOFIX i-Size |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, with CMBS |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front and Rear |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | Halogen |
| Taillamps | LED Illumination with Normal Bulb Brake Lights | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Fabric |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, manual recline, slidable, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with tip-forward function | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Last Row | — |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers | 10" Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Remote Engine Start, Push Button Start |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | — |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, Multi-angle with LaneWatch |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | — |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | — |
| Convenience Notes | 11 Cup and Bottle Holders | — |
| 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 | 5-year unlimited-mileage warranty; free labour for up to 5 services (100,000 km/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 BR-V & WR-V for sale
BR-V vs WR-V FAQ
Is the Honda BR-V or Honda WR-V better?
The WR-V is better for five occupants wanting a larger 380-litre boot, four airbags, CMBS and 6.0 L/100 km rated economy. The BR-V is better if seven seats and rear air-con vents matter more than those safety and convenience gains.
What is the price difference?
The Honda WR-V costs RM8,174 more than the Honda BR-V: RM94,900 against RM86,726.
Which Honda has more luggage space?
The WR-V has the larger quoted boot at 380 litres, compared with 223 litres for the BR-V. The BR-V counters with seven seats, while the WR-V is a five-seater.
