Verdict
At RM178,200, the Honda CR-V costs RM9,800 less than the Suzuki eVitara and suits the Malaysian family needing a 589-litre boot, rear air vents and a 57-litre fuel tank for straightforward long-distance use. Its 7 L/100 km rated economy and 185 km/h top speed also favour regular highway work, though annual road tax is RM437. The eVitara is the sharper EV proposition if home or public charging fits your routine: its 61.1-kWh battery claims 426 km of range, DC charging reaches 67 kW, and road tax is RM120. It is quicker to 100 km/h by 0.2 seconds, but its 306-litre boot is a major compromise.
Pick the Honda CR-V if you need the much larger 589-litre boot, rear air vents and petrol-hybrid long-distance flexibility.
Pick the Suzuki eVitara if you can charge regularly and want 426 km claimed EV range, RM120 road tax and a 360-degree camera.
Key differences
- Price: Honda CR-V RM178,200; Suzuki eVitara RM188,000.
- Boot space: Honda CR-V 589 litres; Suzuki eVitara 306 litres.
- Powertrain: Honda CR-V has two motors producing 181 hp and 335 Nm; Suzuki eVitara has one motor producing 172 hp and 193 Nm.
- Acceleration: Honda CR-V 0-100 km/h in 8.9 seconds; Suzuki eVitara in 8.7 seconds.
- Road tax: Honda CR-V RM437 per year; Suzuki eVitara RM120 per year.
- Length: Honda CR-V 4,691 mm; Suzuki eVitara 4,275 mm.
CR-V
- 589-litre boot is 283 litres larger.
- Rear vents and dual-zone automatic climate control.
- Power boot with hands-free function.
- RM437 annual road tax versus RM120.
- 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time versus 8.7 seconds.
- No sunroof or 360-degree camera.
eVitara
- 61.1-kWh battery with 426 km claimed range.
- 67 kW DC charging and 7 kW AC charging.
- Sunroof, 360-degree camera and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
- 306-litre boot versus 589 litres.
- No rear air vents; single-zone climate control.
- 150 km/h top speed versus 185 km/h.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM178,200✓ | RM188,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM437 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Atkinson Cycle Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,993 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 146 hp at 6,100 rpm | — |
| Torque | 190 Nm at 4,500 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 81 mm × 96.7 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 13.9 | — |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 181 hp✓ | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | 335 Nm✓ | 193 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 61.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 426 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 67 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h✓ | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,691 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width | 1,866 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,681 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,701 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,616 kg | 1,788 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 589 litres✓ | 306 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | MRF Wanderer Ecotred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | India (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" 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 | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtains, Front Knee Airbags) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| 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 | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline and Sliding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Sunroof | — | Front Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Infinity Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button with Remote Start | Keyless Push Button |
| 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, with 360-degree Camera |
| 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 | — | 5-year/100,000 km BEV Components Warranty, 8-year/160,000 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 CR-V & eVitara for sale
CR-V vs eVitara FAQ
Is the Honda CR-V or Suzuki eVitara better?
The CR-V is better for family luggage and longer trips, with a 589-litre boot, rear vents and a 57-litre tank. The eVitara is better for drivers able to charge, thanks to its 426 km claimed range and far lower RM120 annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Suzuki eVitara costs RM9,800 more than the Honda CR-V: RM188,000 against RM178,200.
Which one is quicker and easier to park?
The eVitara reaches 100 km/h in 8.7 seconds, 0.2 seconds ahead of the CR-V, and gets a 360-degree camera. The CR-V is 416 mm longer, but has front and rear parking sensors plus a multi-angle reverse camera.
