Verdict
The CR-V has a 55% bigger boot, while the CR-V is about 36% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
The Prelude e:HEV (RM278,000) sits above every CR-V variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
What the CR-V has over the Prelude
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The CR-V's wheelbase is 96 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. Boot space favours the CR-V: 589 litres against 264.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM178,200✓ | RM278,000 |
| Body type | SUV | Coupe |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM437 | RM377✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,820/mo✓ | RM2,840/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM4,946✓ | RM7,541 |
| Fuel / year (est.) | RM2,786 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM13.93 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM40,848 | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Atkinson Cycle Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 16-valve DOHC, Atkinson Cycle Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift |
| Capacity | 1,993 cc | 1,993 cc |
| Horsepower | 146 hp at 6,100 rpm✓ | 143 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 190 Nm at 4,500 rpm✓ | 189 Nm at 4,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 81 mm × 96.7 mm | 81 mm × 96.7 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13.9 | — |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 181 hp | 181 hp |
| Motor Torque | 335 Nm✓ | 315 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | e-CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 seconds✓ | 9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 7 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | 188 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,691 mm | 4,522 mm |
| Width | 1,866 mm | 1,880 mm |
| Height | 1,681 mm | 1,355 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,701 mm | 2,605 mm |
| Weight | 1,616 kg | 1,469 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 3 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 589 litres✓ | 264 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/40R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/40R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Continental PremiumContact 6 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 24 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 19 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Rear) | 10 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi Link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19 |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19 |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Motion-Adaptive Electric Power Steering (EPS) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Adaptive Dampers |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtains, Front Knee Airbags) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Knee Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front 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 | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline and Sliding | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 2 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay | — |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button with Remote Start | Keyless Push Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Power Boot with Hands-Free Function | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10-year/unlimited-mileage high-voltage (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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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Which one is locally assembled?
The CR-V is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the Prelude is fully imported (CBU) from Japan. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.
