In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Honda CR-V and Ford Everest when choosing a car. These two 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 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 Ford Everest in Malaysia is RM 266,338 - 430,838, with a total of 6 versions, including 2026 3.0T 4WD Platinum (RM 430,838), 2026 2.0T 4WD Platinum (RM 348,838), 2026 2.0T 4WD Sport (RM 316,838) etc.
From the price perspective, Honda CR-V's starting price is indeed RM 88,138 cheaper than Ford Everest. If your budget is limited, Honda's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But note, the few thousand bucks saved might involve compromises in equipment, it depends on your specific needs.

Honda CR-V comes with a 2.0L 4-cyl, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.0 L/100km.
Ford Everest comes with a 2.5L Diesel, 187 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.5 L/100km.
In terms of power, Ford Everest's 2.5L Diesel has 17 more horsepower than Honda CR-V's 2.0L 4-cyl. However, for daily city driving, the power of both cars is sufficient, you won't feel like it lacks power.

Honda CR-V body length 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.
Ford Everest body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
In terms of space, Honda CR-V's body is 100 mm longer than Ford Everest, the interior seating space will be slightly more spacious, especially the rear legroom. If you often carry family or need to put in a stroller, a slightly larger body is indeed more practical.

Honda CR-V warranty 5 years/unlimited mileage, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Ford Everest warranty 3 years/100,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Overall, both Honda CR-V and Ford Everest are quite good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time doing research will definitely not be wrong.