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Honda CR-V
Honda CR-V
1.5L S
RM 159,900
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Subaru Forester
Subaru Forester
2.5i-S EyeSight
RM 221,500
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Toyota Fortuner
Toyota Fortuner
2.4L AT 4x4
RM 195,880
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Honda CR-V vs Subaru Forester vs Toyota Fortuner Comparison

Overview: Honda CR-V vs Forester vs Fortuner

Brand Honda Malaysia Subaru Malaysia Toyota Malaysia
Off Road Price* RM 159,900 Honda CR-V Price RM 221,500 Subaru Forester Price RM 195,880 Toyota Fortuner Price
Variant Honda CR-V 1.5L S Forester 2.5i-S EyeSight Fortuner 2.4L AT 4x4
User Rating 4.29 Honda CR-V reviews 4.3 Forester reviews 4.61 Fortuner reviews
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Cars in Malaysia Petrol Petrol Cars in Malaysia Diesel Diesel Cars in Malaysia
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type SUV SUV Cars in Malaysia SUV SUV Cars in Malaysia SUV SUV Cars in Malaysia

Key Features

Seating Capacity 5 Seats 5 Seats 7 Seats
Transmission Type CVT CVT Automatic
Power 190 hp 182 hp 148 hp
Engine Displacement 1498 cc 2499 cc 2393 cc

Best Loan Offers

DP RM 32,000 Installment : RM 1,868 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS DP RM 44,300 Installment : RM 2,588 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS DP RM 39,200 Installment : RM 2,288 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.29/5
62 reviews
4.3/5
27 reviews
4.61/5
66 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Family SUV That Combines Power and Refinement

    The Honda CR-V strikes the perfect balance between comfort, space, and performance. I’ve driven mine for over a year, and it’s still a pleasure...

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    A
    Azlan Nov 21, 2025 for Honda CR-V
  • Issues with the air-conditioning system

    I purchased my Subaru Forester one and a half years ago. For the first year, it performed fine, but after that, many issues started emerging. While I...

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    Z
    Zulhasif Sep 15, 2025 for Subaru Forester
  • Toughness you can actually feel

    Recently, I took the Fortuner for a weekend drive from KL to Raub, and that trip alone reminded me why it’s one of the favorites of most...

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    Z
    Zerine Dec 10, 2025 for Toyota Fortuner

From The Experts

Things we like

Premium, sharp exterior design, especially bold in the RS variant with gloss black elements and sequential LED lights.

High safety features as standard, with eight airbags, Honda Sensing suite, and advanced driver assists even from base variants.

Spacious, practical interior with a huge 587L boot (expandable to 1687L) and flexible, comfortable cabin layout.

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Spacious and comfortable interior.

Excellent all-wheel-drive capabilities.

Advanced EyeSight safety technology.

Strong and reliable Boxer engine.

Well-balanced handling for an SUV.

Competitive pricing, especially after the price drop.

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Great build quality

Premium looks

Highly capable 4X4 variant

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Things we don't like

No ventilated seats or sunroof, even in top variants, which are expected in this segment

Large turning radius of 6 metres makes tight urban manoeuvring slightly cumbersome for a crossover SUV.

The hybrid RS variant is pricey, with a significantly higher cost compared to turbo-petrol variants.

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Unchanged powertrain from the previous model.

Limited color options compared to some rivals.

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Inconvenient to move through tight spaces

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Dimensions & Capacity

Front Tread 1611 mm -- 1545 mm
Rear Tread 1627 mm -- 1550 mm
Kerb Weight 1598 kg -- 2110 kg
Length 4691 mm 4655 mm 4795 mm
Width 1866 mm 1830 mm 1855 mm
Height 1681 mm 1730 mm 1835 mm
Wheel Base 2701 mm 2670 mm 2745 mm
Ground Clearance 198 mm 220 mm 279 mm
Turning Radius 6 m -- 5.8 m
No Of Doors 5 5 5
Seating Capacity 5 Seats 5 Seats 7 Seats
Cargo Volume -- 496 L --
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) -- -- 80 L
Gross Weight -- -- 2710 kg
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Engine Details

Engine 1.5L Petrol VTEC Turbo Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.5L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.4L Diesel Engine, In-line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
Fuel Supply System Direct Fuel Injection Direct Injection --
No Of Cylinders 4 4 4
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4 4
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC DOHC
Turbocharger/Supercharger Turbocharged -- --
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Performance

Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Diesel
Engine Displacement 1498 cc 2499 cc 2393 cc
Power 190 hp 182 hp 148 hp
Torque 243 Nm 247 Nm 400 Nm
Acceleration 9.7 s 9.7 s --
Top Speed 200 kmph -- --
Mileage City 7 kmpl -- --
RPM At Max Power 6000 RPM 5800 RPM 3400 RPM
RPM At Max Torque 1700-5000 RPM 3700 RPM 1600-2000 RPM
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Steering

Power Steering Yes Yes Yes
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes Yes
Steering Column Tilt & Telescopic Tilt & Telescopic Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Type Electric Power Electric Power Hydraulic Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Double Wishbone Multi-Link
Shock Absorbers Type -- -- Coil Spring

Transmission

Transmission Type CVT CVT Automatic
Gear Box Variable Speed Variable Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type 2WD AWD 4x4
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle No Yes No

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No No
Alloy Wheel Size 17 Inch 18 Inch 17 Inch
Tyre Size 235/65 R17 225/55 R18 265/65 R17
Tyre Type Radial Radial Radial
Wheel Size R17 R18 --
Spare Tyre Size -- -- 265/65 R17
Spare Tyre Material -- -- Alloy
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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes -- Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags Yes Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes Yes
Knee Airbags Yes Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes Yes --
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Yes Yes Yes
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes --
Rear Camera Yes Yes Yes
360 Camera No -- --
Emergency Stop Signal Yes -- --
Hill-Start Assist Control Yes Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor No -- --
Electric Parking Brake Yes Yes --
Rear Cross Traffic Alert Yes -- No
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes Yes --
Advance Safety Feature -- Auto Vehicle Hold, Pre-Collision Braking, Autonomous Emergency Steering, Lane Centring Control and Preceding Vehicle Adaptive Steering Control, Pre-Collision Throttle Management, Lead Vehicle Start Alert and High Beam Assist. Auto Vehicle Hold, Pre-Collision Braking, Autonomous Emergency Steering, Lane Centring Control and Preceding Vehicle Adaptive Steering Control, Pre-Collision Throttle Management, Lead Vehicle Start Alert and High Beam Assist. --
Day & Night Rear View Mirror -- Yes --
Park Assist -- No --
Downhill Assist Control -- Yes No
Front Impact Beams -- Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning System -- Yes No
Traction Control -- -- Yes
Blind Spot monitor -- -- No
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Security

Central Locking Yes Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Yes Dual Zone Dual Zone No
Rear A/C Vents Yes Yes Yes
Heater Yes Yes Yes
Accessory Power Outlet Front & Rear Front & Rear Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes Yes
Drive Mode Econ Econ -- Normal, ECO, Power Mode Normal, ECO, Power Mode
Central Console Armrest Yes Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Front & Rear Front & Rear Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes -- No
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes --
Power Windows Front Yes Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp Yes Yes Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes Yes Yes
Trunk Light Yes Yes --
Automatic Headlamps Yes -- Yes
Head-Up Display No No --
Wireless Charger No Yes --
Air Quality Control -- Yes --
Glove Box Cooling -- No --
Ventilated Rear Seats -- No --
Memory Seats -- No --
Follow Me Home Headlamps -- -- Yes
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 7 Inch 7 Inch 11.6 Inch 11.6 Inch 9 Inch 9 Inch
Apple Carplay/Android Auto Yes Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes Yes
No Of Speakers 8 8 6 6 6 6
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No No No
Touch Screen Yes Yes Yes
Additional Features 7” Display Audio 7” Display Audio -- --
Navigation System -- Yes --
Voice Control -- Yes --
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size 7 Inch 7 Inch 4.2 Inch 4.2 Inch --
Digital Clock -- Yes Yes
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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes Yes
Adjustable Headrest Yes Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes Yes
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes Yes Yes
Fabric Upholstery Yes -- Yes
Leather Seats No -- No
Leather Steering Wheel No Yes No
Seat Upholstery Fabric Fabric Leather Leather --
Electric Adjustable Seats -- 10-Way Driver & 8-Way Front Passenger 10-Way Driver & 8-Way Front Passenger No
Seat Lumbar Support -- Yes --
Heated Seats - Rear -- No No
Folding Table Rear -- No No
Foldable Rear Seat -- 60:40 Split 60:40 Split 2nd Row 60:40 & 3rd Row 50:50 Split 2nd Row 60:40 & 3rd Row 50:50 Split
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes Yes Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper No Yes --
Rear Window Wiper Yes Yes Yes
Rear Window Washer Yes -- --
Rear Window Defogger Yes Yes --
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED LED LED
Daytime Running Lights LED LED LED LED LED LED
Taillight Type LED LED LED LED LED LED
Fog Lights Front No Yes LED LED
Fog Lights Rear No Yes LED LED
Roof Carrier No No --
Roof Rail No Yes --
Rear Spoiler Yes Yes --
Removable Convertible Top No No No
Side Stepper No No Yes
Remote Trunk Opener -- Yes --
Power Antenna -- No No
Headlamps Washer -- No --
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank -- Yes Yes
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Miscellaneous

Driving Experience Control Eco -- -- Yes

Interior

Ambient Light No -- --
Sun Visors Yes Yes Yes

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Things we like in Honda CR-V

Premium, sharp exterior design, especially bold in the RS variant with gloss black elements and sequential LED lights.

High safety features as standard, with eight airbags, Honda Sensing suite, and advanced driver assists even from base variants.

Spacious, practical interior with a huge 587L boot (expandable to 1687L) and flexible, comfortable cabin layout.

Things we don't like in Honda CR-V

No ventilated seats or sunroof, even in top variants, which are expected in this segment

Large turning radius of 6 metres makes tight urban manoeuvring slightly cumbersome for a crossover SUV.

The hybrid RS variant is pricey, with a significantly higher cost compared to turbo-petrol variants.

Things we like in Forester

Spacious and comfortable interior.

Excellent all-wheel-drive capabilities.

Advanced EyeSight safety technology.

Strong and reliable Boxer engine.

Well-balanced handling for an SUV.

Competitive pricing, especially after the price drop.

Things we don't like in Forester

Unchanged powertrain from the previous model.

Limited color options compared to some rivals.

Things we like in Fortuner

Great build quality

Premium looks

Highly capable 4X4 variant

Things we don't like in Fortuner

Inconvenient to move through tight spaces

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