Verdict
At RM115,900, the Honda HR-V costs RM2,900 less than the RM118,800 Leapmotor B10 and saves RM80 a year in road tax. But the B10 turns that small gap into a 215 hp/240 Nm electric motor, 434 km claimed range and a 430-litre boot, against the Honda’s 119 hp/145 Nm and 335 litres. It is also quicker to 100 km/h, at 9.3 seconds versus 12.1. The Honda remains the simpler petrol choice with a space-saver spare and unlimited-mileage five-year warranty; the B10 brings more cabin equipment and seven airbags.
Pick the Honda HR-V if you want the lower purchase price and annual road tax, a petrol powertrain and a space-saver spare tyre.
Pick the Leapmotor B10 if you want 215 hp, a 67.1 kWh battery with 434 km range, more boot space and markedly richer safety equipment for RM2,900 more.
Key differences
- Price: Honda HR-V RM115,900; Leapmotor B10 RM118,800.
- Power and torque: Honda HR-V 119 hp and 145 Nm; Leapmotor B10 215 hp and 240 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Honda HR-V 12.1 seconds; Leapmotor B10 9.3 seconds.
- Boot space: Honda HR-V 335 litres; Leapmotor B10 430 litres.
- Safety airbags: Honda HR-V 4; Leapmotor B10 7.
- Road tax: Honda HR-V RM120/year; Leapmotor B10 RM200/year.
HR-V
- RM2,900 lower purchase price and RM80 lower annual road tax.
- Space-saver spare tyre, where the B10 has a tyre repair kit.
- ULTRA rear seat function and unlimited-mileage five-year warranty.
- 119 hp and 145 Nm versus the B10’s 215 hp and 240 Nm.
- 335-litre boot versus 430 litres.
- Four airbags and no blind spot information system, versus seven airbags and blind spot monitoring.
B10
- 215 hp/240 Nm motor and 9.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 67.1 kWh battery, 434 km range, 11 kW AC charging and 1.7 kW V2L.
- Seven airbags, blind spot information system and 360-degree monitor.
- RM2,900 higher purchase price and RM200 annual road tax, against RM120 for the HR-V.
- 170 km/h top speed versus the HR-V’s 186 km/h.
- Tyre repair kit instead of a space-saver spare tyre.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,900✓ | RM118,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM200 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 119 hp at 6,600 rpm | — |
| Torque | 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 73 mm × 89.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 240 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 67.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 434 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| V2L | — | 1.7 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 12.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 186 km/h✓ | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,347 mm | 4,515 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,885 mm |
| Height | 1,591 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,735 mm |
| Weight | 1,274 kg | 1,845 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 335 litres | 430 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 235/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Linglong Sport Master e |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain and Far 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 on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear 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 | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A & USB-C Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 4 Speakers | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Satellite Navigation, WiFi built-in, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation (NFC Card) |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8 Year/160,000 km BEV 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 HR-V & B10 for sale
HR-V vs B10 FAQ
Is the Honda HR-V or Leapmotor B10 better?
The Leapmotor B10 is the stronger all-round specification choice: it has 215 hp, 434 km range, a 430-litre boot, seven airbags and a 360-degree monitor. Choose the Honda HR-V for lower road tax, petrol refuelling and its space-saver spare.
What is the price difference?
The Leapmotor B10 costs RM2,900 more than the Honda HR-V. Its annual road tax is also RM80 higher, at RM200 versus RM120.
Which has more practical luggage space?
The Leapmotor B10 has the larger boot at 430 litres, a 95-litre advantage over the Honda HR-V’s 335 litres. Both are five-seat SUVs with 60:40 split-folding rear seats, while the Honda adds its ULTRA Seat function.
