Verdict
At RM115,900, the Honda HR-V costs RM2,100 more than the RM113,800 Nissan Kicks e-Power, yet the Nissan is the quicker and roomier choice: 0-100 km/h takes 9.5 seconds versus 12.1 seconds, and its boot holds 423 litres against 335 litres. The HR-V counters with 18-inch wheels, rear air-con vents, lane-keeping steering correction and adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow. Its annual road tax is RM120 to the Kicks’ RM85. For the Malaysian buyer carrying luggage or prioritising acceleration, the Kicks makes the stronger numerical case; the HR-V suits those who value its driver-assistance kit and rear-seat flexibility.
Pick the Honda HR-V if you want adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow, lane-keeping steering correction, rear vents and the ULTRA Seat system.
Pick the Nissan Kicks e-Power if you want 9.5-second 0-100 km/h acceleration, a 423-litre boot and a lower RM113,800 price.
Key differences
- Price: Honda HR-V RM115,900; Nissan Kicks e-Power RM113,800.
- Acceleration: Honda HR-V 0-100 km/h in 12.1 seconds; Nissan Kicks e-Power in 9.5 seconds.
- Boot space: Honda HR-V 335 litres; Nissan Kicks e-Power 423 litres.
- Wheelbase: Honda HR-V 2,610 mm; Nissan Kicks e-Power 2,673 mm.
- Wheels and tyres: Honda HR-V 18-inch alloys with 225/50R18 tyres; Nissan Kicks e-Power 17-inch alloys with 205/55R17 tyres.
- Cruise and lane support: Honda HR-V adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow and lane-keeping steering correction; Nissan Kicks e-Power passive cruise…
HR-V
- Adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow and lane-keeping steering correction.
- Rear air-con vents and ULTRA Seat rear-seat arrangement.
- 18-inch alloys and 225/50R18 tyres.
- Slower 12.1-second 0-100 km/h time versus 9.5 seconds.
- Smaller 335-litre boot versus 423 litres.
- Costs RM2,100 more and has RM35-higher annual road tax.
Kicks e-Power
- 136 hp, 280 Nm motor and a 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 423-litre boot and 2,673-mm wheelbase.
- Curtain airbags and a driver's knee airbag, plus two rear USB ports.
- No lane-keeping assist; the HR-V gets steering correction.
- Passive cruise control instead of adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow.
- No rear air-con vents, while the HR-V has them.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,900 | RM113,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM85✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,198 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp✓ | 82 hp |
| Torque | 145 Nm✓ | 103 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 12 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 136 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 280 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 2.1 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 12.1 seconds | 9.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 186 km/h✓ | 21.7 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,347 mm | 4,384 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,813 mm |
| Height | 1,591 mm | 1,610 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,673 mm |
| Weight | 1,274 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 41 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 335 litres | 423 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 205/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 205/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Yokohama BluEarth E70 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| 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 |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A & USB-C Front | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 4 Speakers | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8 Years/ 160,000 km Warranty for EV Battery |
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 & Kicks e-Power for sale
HR-V vs Kicks e-Power FAQ
Is the Honda HR-V or Nissan Kicks e-Power better?
The Kicks e-Power is better for outright acceleration, luggage capacity and purchase price, with 9.5 seconds to 100 km/h and a 423-litre boot. The HR-V is better for adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping steering correction, rear vents and its ULTRA Seat.
What is the price difference?
The Honda HR-V costs RM115,900 and the Nissan Kicks e-Power costs RM113,800, so the HR-V is RM2,100 more expensive. Annual road tax is also higher for the Honda at RM120 versus RM85.
Which has the bigger boot, the HR-V or Kicks e-Power?
The Nissan Kicks e-Power has the bigger boot at 423 litres, which is 88 litres more than the Honda HR-V’s 335 litres.
