Verdict
At RM115,900, the Honda HR-V costs RM1,628 less, but the MG S5’s 202 hp/350 Nm rear motor makes its 7.0-second sprint far quicker than the Honda’s 119 hp/145 Nm 1.5-litre petrol CVT and 12.1 seconds. For a Malaysian buyer able to charge, the MG’s 62 kWh battery, 446 km range and 150 kW DC charging are substantial gains, alongside a 453-litre boot. The Honda remains the simpler petrol choice, with a 40-litre tank and an unlimited-mileage five-year warranty; its ULTRA Seat adds rear-seat flexibility.
Pick the Honda HR-V if you need petrol refuelling convenience, an unlimited-mileage five-year vehicle warranty and the flexibility of ULTRA Seats.
Pick the MG S5 if home or public charging suits your routine and you want much stronger performance, a larger boot and richer equipment for RM1,628 more.
Key differences
- Price: Honda HR-V RM115,900; MG S5 RM117,528.
- Performance: Honda HR-V 119 hp/145 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 12.1 seconds; MG S5 202 hp/350 Nm and 7.0 seconds.
- Energy and range: Honda HR-V has a 1.5-litre petrol engine and 40-litre tank; MG S5 has a 62 kWh battery and 446 km EV range.
- Charging: Honda HR-V has no AC or DC charging provision; MG S5 supports 7 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging.
- Boot space: Honda HR-V 335 litres; MG S5 453 litres.
- Rear suspension: Honda HR-V torsion beam; MG S5 multi-link.
HR-V
- Unlimited-mileage five-year vehicle warranty
- ULTRA Seat with 60:40 split folding and manual recline
- Space-saver spare tyre
- 12.1-second 0-100 km/h time trails the MG S5’s 7.0 seconds
- 335-litre boot is 118 litres smaller
- No blind-spot information, panoramic roof or 360-degree camera
S5
- 202 hp and 350 Nm from its rear motor
- 62 kWh battery, 446 km range and 150 kW DC charging
- 453-litre boot, 360-degree camera and blind-spot information
- Costs RM1,628 more and has RM180 annual road tax versus RM120
- Tyre repair kit instead of the Honda HR-V’s space-saver spare
- Seven-year vehicle warranty is capped at 150,000 km, unlike the Honda’s unlimited-mileage five-year cover
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,900✓ | RM117,528 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM180 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | — |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 119 hp | — |
| Torque | 145 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 73 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 202 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 350 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 62 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 446 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 kW |
| V2L | — | 2.5 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 | 7.0 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 186 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,347 mm | 4,476 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,849 mm |
| Height | 1,591 mm | 1,621 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,730 mm |
| Weight | 1,274 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 335 litres | 453 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Bridgestone Turanza T005 |
| 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 and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A & USB-C Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 1 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| 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 | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| 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 |
| 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 View 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 | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain, 8-year/150,000 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 & S5 for sale
HR-V vs S5 FAQ
Is the Honda HR-V or MG S5 better?
The MG S5 is the stronger buy if charging is practical: it delivers 202 hp, 350 Nm, 446 km of EV range and a 453-litre boot. Choose the Honda HR-V for petrol refuelling convenience and its unlimited-mileage five-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The MG S5 costs RM117,528, which is RM1,628 more than the Honda HR-V at RM115,900.
Which is quicker, the Honda HR-V or MG S5?
The MG S5 is decisively quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 7.0 seconds. The Honda HR-V takes 12.1 seconds, a 5.1-second deficit.
