In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare the Honda CR-V and Ford Everest when choosing a car. Both cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will provide a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
The Honda CR-V OTR price in Malaysia is RM 178,200 - 195,900, with a total of 4 variants, 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), and so on.
The Ford Everest OTR price in Malaysia is RM 266,338 - 430,838, with a total of 6 variants, including the 2026 3.0T 4WD Platinum (RM 430,838), 2026 2.0T 4WD Platinum (RM 348,838), 2026 2.0T 4WD Sport (RM 316,838), and so on.
From a price perspective, the Honda CR-V's starting price is indeed RM 88,138 cheaper than the Ford Everest. If your budget is limited, Honda's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, keep in mind, that savings of a few thousand might involve trade-offs on features, depending on your specific needs.

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

The Honda CR-V safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM).
The Ford Everest safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Co-Pilot360.
Both cars have the same safety rating, safety features are quite comprehensive for this class. New cars nowadays do not lack safety, so there is no need to worry too much about this.

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

Overall, both the Honda CR-V and Ford Everest are very good models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing your research, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time doing research is never wrong.