In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare the Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-80 when choosing a car. Both cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
The OTR price of the 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 the Mazda CX-80 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 the price perspective, the Honda CR-V's starting 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, be aware that the few thousand cheaper might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

The Honda CR-V safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM).
The Mazda CX-80 safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Brand ADAS.
Both cars have the same safety rating; safety features in this class are quite comprehensive. New cars nowadays are generally safe, so there is no need to worry too much about this.

Honda CR-V adopts FWD drive system.
Mazda CX-80 adopts FWD drive system.
Both cars have the same drive system, both are FWD, so the daily driving experience should not differ significantly.

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

Both the Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-80 are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, consider the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, we recommend test driving both, as personal experience is the most important.

Overall, the Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-80 are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one mainly depends on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing your research, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major decision, spending time on research will definitely not be wrong.