Changing cars? Which is better, WR-V or CX-8? Honda vs Mazda

In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Honda WR-V and Mazda CX-8 when choosing a car. These two models are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.

Price and Variants

The OTR price of the Honda WR-V in Malaysia is RM 89,900 - 107,900, with a total of 4 variants, including 2023 1.5L V (RM 99,900), 2023 1.5L E (RM 95,900), 2023 1.5L S (RM 89,900) etc.

The OTR price of the Mazda CX-8 in Malaysia is RM 165,360 - 201,360, with a total of 5 variants, including 2025 2.5T 4WD High Plus Petrol (RM 201,360), 2025 2.2L 2WD High Plus Diesel (RM 193,123), 2025 2.5L 2WD High Plus Petrol (RM 186,360) etc.

In terms of price, the starting price of the Honda WR-V is indeed RM 75,460 cheaper than the Mazda CX-8. If your budget is limited, Honda's entry-level version is already sufficient for daily needs. However, note that the difference of a few thousand might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific requirements.

Power and Fuel Consumption

The Honda WR-V is equipped with a 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption is 6.0 L/100km.

The Mazda CX-8 is equipped with a 2.0L 4-cyl, 170 hp. Official fuel consumption is 8.0 L/100km.

In terms of power, the Mazda CX-8's 2.0L 4-cyl has 65 more horsepower than the Honda WR-V's 1.5L 4-cyl. However, for daily city driving, both cars have sufficient power and will not feel underpowered.

Features and Technology

The Honda WR-V uses FWD drive configuration.

The Mazda CX-8 uses FWD drive configuration.

Both cars have the same drive configuration, both are FWD, so there won't be much difference in daily driving feel.

Maintenance and Service

Honda WR-V warranty 5 years/unlimited mileage, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Mazda CX-8 warranty 5 years/150,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Suitable for Whom

Both the Honda WR-V and Mazda CX-8 are 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 value for money and features, choose the model with richer configurations. Ultimately, it is recommended to test drive both, as personal experience is the most important.

Summary

Overall, the Honda WR-V and Mazda CX-8 are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly 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 major matter, spending time on research will never go wrong.