In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Honda CR-V and Mitsubishi Xforce when choosing a car. Both models are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save the time of doing research.
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 Mitsubishi Xforce in Malaysia is RM 109,930 - 119,930, with a total of 2 versions, including 2026 1.5L Ultimate (RM 119,930), 2026 1.5L Urban (RM 109,930), etc.
From a price perspective, Mitsubishi Xforce's starting price is RM 68,270 cheaper than Honda CR-V. To be honest, at this price point, a difference of a few thousand is not really significant; the key is overall value for money and long-term usage costs.

Honda CR-V is equipped with a 2.0L 4-cyl, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption is 8.0 L/100km.
Mitsubishi Xforce is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption is 7.0 L/100km.
Regarding power, Honda CR-V's 2.0L 4-cyl has 30 more horsepower than Mitsubishi Xforce's 1.5L Turbo, offering more confidence in mid-range acceleration, especially when overtaking on highways. However, Mitsubishi Xforce may have more fuel-friendly consumption, and the difference in daily city commuting won't be too big.

Honda CR-V's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP). Active safety systems include Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM).
Mitsubishi Xforce's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP). Active safety systems include MI-PILOT.
Both cars have the same safety rating. In this class, safety features are quite comprehensive. New cars generally have good safety, so no need to worry too much about this.

Honda CR-V body length is 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.
Mitsubishi Xforce body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
In terms of space, Honda CR-V's body is 100 mm longer than Mitsubishi Xforce, offering slightly more room for interior passengers, especially rear seat legroom. If you often carry family or need to fit a stroller, a larger body is indeed more practical.

Honda CR-V warranty is 5 years/unlimited mileage, service interval every 10,000 km or 6 months.
Mitsubishi Xforce warranty is 3 years/100,000 km, service interval every 10,000 km or 6 months.

Overall, both Honda CR-V and Mitsubishi Xforce are very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your research, compare quotes from multiple dealerships, and test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major decision. Spending time on research will definitely not be wrong.