In the SUV market in Malaysia, many buyers tend to compare the Honda CR-V and Hyundai Santa Fe when choosing a car. These two vehicles are quite close in terms of price and positioning. Today, we will conduct 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 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 Hyundai Santa Fe OTR price in Malaysia is RM 225,000 - 270,000, with a total of 3 versions, including 2025 2.5T DCT 4WD Calligraphy 6 Seats (RM 270,000), 2025 HEV 1.6T AT 2WD Prestige 7 Seats (RM 245,000), 2025 HEV 1.6T AT 2WD Prime 7 Seats (RM 225,000) etc.
In terms of price, the starting price of the Honda CR-V is indeed cheaper by RM 46,800 compared to the Hyundai Santa Fe. If your budget is limited, Honda's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, be aware that the few thousand Ringgit saved might involve trade-offs in features; it depends on your specific needs.

The Honda CR-V is equipped with a 2.0L 4-cyl, horsepower 170 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.0 L/100km.
The Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a 2.0L 4-cyl, horsepower 170 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.0 L/100km.
Both cars use the same power system, and the driving feel in daily use is basically no different. Fuel consumption is also similar, so there is no need to worry too much about this point.

The Honda CR-V vehicle body length is 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.
The Hyundai Santa Fe vehicle body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
In terms of space, the Honda CR-V body is 100 mm longer than the Hyundai Santa Fe, so the passenger space inside will be slightly more spacious, especially the rear legroom. If you often carry family members or need to fit a stroller, the larger vehicle body is indeed more practical.

The Honda CR-V adopts FWD drive type.
The Hyundai Santa Fe adopts FWD drive type.
Both cars use the same drive type, which is FWD, so there won't be much difference in the driving feel in daily use.

The Honda CR-V warranty 5 years/Unlimited Mileage, service interval Every 10,000km or 6 months.
The Hyundai Santa Fe warranty 5 years/300,000km, service interval Every 10,000km or 6 months.

Overall, both the Honda CR-V and Hyundai Santa Fe are very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest everyone do their research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and go for a test drive before making the final decision. Buying a car is a significant decision, so spending some time researching will definitely not be a mistake.
