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 make 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 a price perspective, 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. But note that the few thousand cheaper may involve compromises on features, it depends on your specific needs.

Honda CR-V is equipped with 2.0L 4-cyl, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.0 L/100km.
Ford Everest is equipped with 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 driving in the city, both cars have enough power, you won't feel like it lacks power.

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

Honda CR-V uses FWD drive mode.
Ford Everest uses FWD drive mode.
Both cars have the same drive mode, both are FWD, daily driving experience won't differ too much.

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

Overall, Honda CR-V and Ford Everest are both quite good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your homework, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big deal, spending time on research will never be wrong.