In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-80 when choosing a car. These two cars are quite similar in price and positioning. Today we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
The Honda CR-V's OTR price 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 Mazda CX-80's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 296,610 - 296,610, with a total of 1 version, including 2025 2.5L 65km High Plus (RM 296,610), etc.
From a price perspective, the Honda CR-V's entry price is indeed RM 118,410 cheaper than the Mazda CX-80. If your budget is limited, Honda's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, note that the few thousand less might involve trade-offs in features, specifically depending on your needs.

The Honda CR-V's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), and the active safety system includes Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM).
The Mazda CX-80's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), and the active safety system includes Brand ADAS.
Both cars have the same safety rating, and safety features are considered very comprehensive in this class. Safety of new cars nowadays is not poor, so there is no need to worry too much about this.

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

Honda CR-V warranty 5 years/unlimited mileage, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Mazda CX-80 warranty 5 years/150,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

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