Honda CR-V or Mazda CX-8? Real Car Review Tells You The Answer

In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-8 when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.

Price and Versions

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-8 in Malaysia is RM 165,360 - 201,360, with a total of 5 versions, including 2025 2.5T 4WD High Plus Petrol (RM 201,360), 2025 2.2L 2WD High Plus Diesel (RM 193,123), 2025 2.5L 2WD High Plus Petrol (RM 186,360), etc.

From a price perspective, the starting price of Mazda CX-8 is RM 12,840 cheaper than Honda CR-V. Honestly, in this price range, a difference of a few thousand is actually not that big, the key is still to look at the overall value for money and long-term usage costs.

Safety Features

Honda CR-V's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM).

Mazda CX-8's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Brand ADAS.

Both cars have the same safety rating, safety features are quite comprehensive in this class. New cars nowadays are not lacking in safety, so no need to worry too much about this point.

Specifications and Technology

Honda CR-V adopts FWD drive mode.

Mazda CX-8 adopts FWD drive mode.

Both cars have the same drive mode, both are FWD, there will not be much difference in daily driving experience.

Maintenance and Care

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

Mazda CX-8 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Conclusion

Overall, Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-8 are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your homework well, comparing quotes from several dealers, and test driving before making a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time on research will never go wrong.