Verdict
The Honda HR-V RU costs RM92,545, RM23,355 below the Honda HR-V RV Facelift at RM115,900, and its 1.8-litre delivers a useful 140 hp and 172 Nm against 119 hp and 145 Nm. It also carries 437 litres of luggage, 102 litres more than the newer car. But the RV Facelift makes the stronger daily-driver case with Honda Sensing, four airbags, adaptive cruise control and a reverse camera. For a Malaysian buyer, the choice is straightforward: cheaper space and output, or substantially better active safety and cabin equipment.
Pick the Honda HR-V RU if you want the lower RM92,545 entry price, 172 Nm and a 437-litre boot.
Pick the Honda HR-V RV Facelift if Honda Sensing, four airbags, adaptive cruise control and a reverse camera matter more than boot space and outright output.
Key differences
- Price: Honda HR-V RU RM92,545; Honda HR-V RV Facelift RM115,900.
- Engine output: Honda HR-V RU 140 hp and 172 Nm; Honda HR-V RV Facelift 119 hp and 145 Nm.
- Boot space: Honda HR-V RU 437 litres; Honda HR-V RV Facelift 335 litres.
- Safety: Honda HR-V RU has 2 airbags and no autonomous braking; Honda HR-V RV Facelift has 4 airbags and Honda Sensing autonomous braking.
- Wheels: Honda HR-V RU gets 17-inch alloys with 215/55R17 tyres; Honda HR-V RV Facelift gets 18-inch alloys with 225/50R18 tyres.
- Fuel tank: Honda HR-V RU 50 litres; Honda HR-V RV Facelift 40 litres.
RU
- RM23,355 lower purchase price.
- Stronger 140 hp/172 Nm 1.8-litre engine.
- Larger 437-litre boot and 50-litre tank.
- Only 2 airbags, versus 4 in the RV Facelift.
- No Honda Sensing, adaptive cruise control or reverse camera.
- Halogen reflector headlamps and manual air-con.
RV Facelift
- Honda Sensing with autonomous braking and steering correction.
- Four airbags, adaptive cruise control and multi-angle reverse camera.
- LED reflector headlamps, automatic climate control and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
- RM23,355 dearer to buy.
- Lower 119 hp and 145 Nm output.
- Smaller 335-litre boot and 40-litre fuel tank.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM92,545✓ | RM115,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM360 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve SOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift |
| Capacity | 1,799 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 140 hp at 6,500 rpm✓ | 119 hp at 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | 172 Nm at 4,300 rpm✓ | 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 81 mm × 87.3 mm | 73 mm × 89.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 10.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | G-Design Shift CVT | CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | —✓ | 12.1 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 6.6 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | — | 186 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 155 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,294 mm | 4,347 mm |
| Width | 1,772 mm | 1,790 mm |
| Height | 1,605 mm | 1,591 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,610 mm |
| Weight | 1,239 kg | 1,274 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 50 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 437 litres✓ | 335 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Yokohama BluEarth E70 | Continental UltraContact UC6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 4 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) |
| 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 |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Driver's Seat Only | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline ULTRA Seats, 60:40 Split-folding, Tip-up Base | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 USB-A & USB-C Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 1 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth and 4 Speakers | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down only | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with Multi-angle |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Ambient meter illumination with 7 colours, Econ mode with Eco Assist | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Free labour for 1,000 km, 10,000 km, 30,000 km, 50,000 km, 70,000 km and 90,000 km intervals | — |
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.
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RU vs RV Facelift FAQ
Is the Honda HR-V RU or Honda HR-V RV Facelift better?
The Honda HR-V RV Facelift is better equipped for daily use and safety, with Honda Sensing, four airbags, adaptive cruise control and a reverse camera. Choose the Honda HR-V RU instead if its lower price, stronger engine and 437-litre boot are the priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Honda HR-V RV Facelift costs RM115,900, which is RM23,355 more than the Honda HR-V RU at RM92,545.
Which Honda HR-V has more boot space?
The Honda HR-V RU has the larger boot at 437 litres. The Honda HR-V RV Facelift has 335 litres, so it gives up 102 litres of luggage capacity.
