Want to Buy CR-V or Haval H6? Honda and GWM Comprehensive Analysis

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Honda CR-V and GWM Haval H6 when choosing a car. Both cars are quite close in terms of price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.

Price and Versions

Honda CR-V's OTR 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.

GWM Haval H6's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 139,750 - 139,750, totaling 2 versions, including 1.5L Turbo Standard (RM 140,000), 1.5L Turbo Premium (RM 155,000), etc.

From a price perspective, the starting price of GWM Haval H6 is RM 38,450 cheaper than Honda CR-V. To be honest, in this price segment, 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), with active safety systems including Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM).

GWM Haval H6's safety rating is TBD, with active safety systems including Basic.

Regarding safety features, both cars received good ratings. However, there are some differences in function between Honda CR-V's Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM) and GWM Haval H6's Basic. If you value active safety more, you can carefully compare the function lists of both.

Configurations and Technology

Honda CR-V adopts FWD drive mode.

GWM Haval H6 adopts FWD drive mode.

Both cars have the same drive mode, both are FWD, so there won't be much difference in daily driving experience.

Who is it suitable for

Both Honda CR-V and GWM Haval H6 are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about value for money and features, then choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, as personal experience is the most important.

Conclusion

Overall, Honda CR-V and GWM Haval H6 are very good models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We recommend everyone do their 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.