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 conduct 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, totaling 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, totaling 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.
In terms of price, the starting price of Honda CR-V is indeed RM 88,138 cheaper than Ford Everest. If your budget is limited, Honda's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, note that the few thousand less in price might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Honda CR-V is equipped with 2.0L 4-cyl, 170 horsepower. Official fuel consumption 8.0 L/100km.
Ford Everest is equipped with 2.5L Diesel, 187 horsepower. Official fuel consumption 8.5 L/100km.
In terms of power, the 2.5L Diesel in Ford Everest has 17 more horsepower than the 2.0L 4-cyl in Honda CR-V. However, for daily city driving, the power of both cars is sufficient and does not feel lacking.

Honda CR-V safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM).
Ford Everest safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Co-Pilot360.
Both cars have the same safety rating. In this segment, safety features are considered quite comprehensive. New cars today generally have good safety, so there is no need to worry too much about this.

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 passenger space will be slightly more spacious, especially rear legroom. If you often carry family members or need to fit a stroller, a larger body is indeed more practical.

Honda CR-V and Ford Everest are both mainstream choices in the Malaysia market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about value for money and features, choose the model with richer configuration. Ultimately it is recommended to test drive both, personal experience is the most important.

Overall, Honda CR-V and Ford Everest are both very good car models in the Malaysia market. Which one to choose, it depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest everyone do your research, compare quotes from multiple dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter; spending some time researching will definitely not go wrong.