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Looking to switch cars? Which is better, CR-V or Sportage? Honda vs Kia

2026-09-20 20:20:00
DimSumTime
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In the SUV market in Malaysia, many buyers compare the Honda CR-V and Kia Sportage when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.

Price and Versions

The OTR price of the Honda CR-V in Malaysia is RM 178,200 - 195,900, with a total of 4 versions, including the 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 Kia Sportage in Malaysia is RM 129,639 - 179,320, with a total of 4 versions, including the 2025 1.6T DCT 4WD High (RM 179,320), 2025 1.6T DCT 2WD High (RM 159,320), 2025 2.0L AT 2WD High (RM 139,639), etc.

In terms of price, the Kia Sportage's starting price is RM 48,561 cheaper than the Honda CR-V. Honestly, in this price range, a difference of a few thousand is actually not significant; the key is to look at overall value for money and long-term running costs.

Honda CR-V Exterior View 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Power and Fuel Consumption

The Honda CR-V is equipped with a 2.0L 4-cyl, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption is 8.0 L/100km.

The Kia Sportage is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption is 7.0 L/100km.

In terms of power, the Honda CR-V's 2.0L 4-cyl has 30 more horsepower than the Kia Sportage's 1.5L Turbo, providing more confidence in mid-range acceleration, especially when overtaking on highways. However, the Kia Sportage may have friendlier fuel consumption, and the difference for daily city commuting will not be significant.

Honda CR-V Exterior View 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Features and Technology

The Honda CR-V uses FWD drive configuration.

The Kia Sportage uses FWD drive configuration.

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

Honda CR-V Exterior View 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Maintenance and Servicing

The Honda CR-V warranty is 5 years/unlimited mileage, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

The Kia Sportage warranty is 5 years/300,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Kia Sportage Exterior View 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Who is this suitable for

Both the Honda CR-V and Kia Sportage are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale price more, you can prioritize the one with a better reputation. If you care more about value for money and equipment, then choose the one with richer configuration. In the end, it is recommended to test drive both; experiencing it personally is the most important.

Kia Sportage Exterior View 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Summary

Overall, the Honda CR-V and Kia Sportage 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 your research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter; spending some time doing research will never be wrong.

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