In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-80 when choosing a car.
Honda CR-V OTR selling price in Malaysia is RM 178,200 - 195,900, totaling 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.
Mazda CX-80 OTR selling price in Malaysia is RM 296,610 - 296,610, totaling 1 version, including 2025 2.5L 65km High Plus (RM 296,610), etc.
In terms of price, Honda CR-V's starting price is indeed RM 118,410 cheaper than Mazda CX-80. If your budget is limited, Honda's entry-level model can already meet daily needs. But be aware, the few thousand cheaper might have trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Honda CR-V body length 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.
Mazda CX-80 body length 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.
The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, interior space difference is not significant. Cars in this class are completely sufficient for daily use.

Honda CR-V adopts FWD drive mode.
Mazda CX-80 adopts FWD drive mode.
The drive mode of both cars is the same, both are FWD, daily driving experience will not have much difference.

Both Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-80 are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use, daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale price more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance and features, choose the one with more configuration. Finally, it is recommended to test drive both, experiencing it personally is the most important.

Overall, Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-80 are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose mainly depends on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time doing research will never be wrong.