In the SUV market in Malaysia, many buyers compare the Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-5 when selecting a car. These two models 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 OTR price of Honda CR-V in Malaysia is RM 178,200 - 195,900, with a total of 4 versions, including 2026 e:HEV 2.0L 2WD RS (RM 195,900), 2026 1.5T 4WD V (RM 181,900), 2026 e:HEV 2.0L 2WD E (RM 178,200), etc.
The OTR price of Mazda CX-5 in Malaysia is RM 135,469 - 166,760, with a total of 3 versions, including 2025 2.0L AT 35th Anniversary (RM 316,154), 2025 2.0L AT (RM 296,154), 2025 2.0L MT (RM 294,154), etc.
From a price perspective, the starting price of the Mazda CX-5 is RM 42,731 cheaper than the Honda CR-V. To be honest, at this price point, a difference of a few thousand is actually not significant; the key is to look at overall value for money and long-term usage costs.

The safety rating of the Honda CR-V is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM).
The safety rating of the Mazda CX-5 is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include.
Both cars have the same safety rating, and safety features are quite comprehensive in this class. New cars nowadays do not lack in safety, so there is no need to worry too much about this.

Honda CR-V body length 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.
Mazda CX-5 body length 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.
The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, with little difference in interior space. For this class of cars, it is more than enough for daily use.

Honda CR-V uses FWD drive system.
Mazda CX-5 uses FWD drive system.
Both cars have the same drive system, both are FWD, and there will not be much difference in daily driving experience.

Overall, Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-5 are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your research, compare quotes from several car dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big deal, spending time on research will definitely not go wrong.