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Honda CR-V or Kia Sportage? Hear what Malaysian owners have to say

2026-09-20 20:30:00
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In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Honda CR-V and Kia Sportage when choosing a car. These two models 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

Honda CR-V's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 178,200 - 195,900, with 4 versions in total, 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.

Kia Sportage's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 129,639 - 179,320, with 4 versions in total, including 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, Kia Sportage's starting price is RM 48,561 cheaper than Honda CR-V. To be honest, in this price segment, a difference of a few thousand isn't that big; the key is to look at overall value for money and long-term usage costs.

Honda CR-V Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Safety Features

Honda CR-V's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM).

Kia Sportage's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Drive Wise.

Both cars have the same safety rating, and safety features are quite comprehensive for this class. New cars these days don't lack in safety, so there's no need to worry too much about this.

Honda CR-V Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Space and Comfort

Honda CR-V body length is 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.

Kia Sportage body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

In terms of space, the Honda CR-V body is 100 mm longer than Kia Sportage, so the interior seating space is slightly more spacious, especially the rear legroom. If you often carry family or need to fit a stroller, a larger body is indeed more practical.

Honda CR-V Exterior Image 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Maintenance and Upkeep

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

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

Kia Sportage Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Suitable For Whom

Honda CR-V and Kia Sportage are both 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 the better reputation first; if you care more about value for money and features, choose the one with richer configurations. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both; personal experience is the most important.

Kia Sportage Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Summary

Overall, Honda CR-V and Kia Sportage are both 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 then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter; spending some time on research will never be wrong.

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