In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Honda HR-V and Hyundai Tucson when selecting a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will conduct a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
The Honda HR-V's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 115,900 - 143,900, totaling 4 versions, including 2026 e:HEV 1.5L RS (RM 143,900), 2026 1.5T V (RM 137,900), 2026 1.5T E (RM 130,900), etc.
The Hyundai Tucson's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 143,888 - 197,888, totaling 5 versions, including 2025 HEV 1.6T AT 2WD Prestige (RM 197,888), 2025 1.6T DCT 4WD Prestige (RM 186,888), 2025 1.6T DCT 2WD Prime (RM 164,888), etc.
In terms of price, the starting price of the Honda HR-V is indeed RM 27,988 cheaper than the Hyundai Tucson. If your budget is limited, Honda's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, note that the lower price of a few thousand might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your requirements.

Honda HR-V is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
Both cars use the same powertrain, and the driving experience is basically the same. Fuel consumption is also similar, no need to worry too much about this.

Honda HR-V's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM).
Hyundai Tucson's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include SmartSense.
Both cars have the same safety rating, and safety features are quite comprehensive in this class. New cars nowadays have good safety, no need to worry too much about this.

Honda HR-V warranty 5 years/unlimited mileage, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Hyundai Tucson warranty 5 years/300,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Overall, Honda HR-V and Hyundai Tucson are both excellent models in the Malaysian market. Choosing one depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing your research, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then test driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a major decision, spending time on research will definitely not be wrong.