Honda HR-V or Mazda CX-60? Real Car Review Tells You the Answer

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Honda HR-V and Mazda CX-60 when choosing a car.

Price and Versions

The OTR price for Honda HR-V in Malaysia is RM 115,900 - 143,900. There are 4 versions in total, including 2026 e:HEV 1.5L RS (RM 143,900), 2026 1.5T V (RM 137,900), 2026 1.5T E (RM 130,900), etc.

The OTR price for Mazda CX-60 in Malaysia is RM 200,510 - 252,873. There are 2 versions in total, including 2026 3.3T 4WD High Plus (RM 252,873), 2025 2.5L 2WD High (RM 200,510), etc.

In terms of price, the starting price of Honda HR-V is indeed RM 84,610 cheaper than Mazda CX-60. If your budget is limited, Honda's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, also note that the cheaper few thousand might have trade-offs in features, depending on your specific requirements.

Safety Features

The safety rating for Honda HR-V is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP). Active safety systems include Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM).

The safety rating for Mazda CX-60 is 5★ (Euro NCAP). Active safety systems include i-Activsense Pro.

Regarding safety features, both cars have received good ratings. However, there are some differences in functionality between Honda HR-V's Honda SENSING (ACC, CMBS, LKAS, RDM) and Mazda CX-60's i-Activsense Pro. If you value active safety highly, you can compare their feature lists in detail.

Configuration and Technology

Honda HR-V adopts FWD drive mode.

Mazda CX-60 adopts FWD drive mode.

Both cars have the same drive mode, both are FWD. There shouldn't be a huge difference in daily driving experience.

Maintenance and Service

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

Mazda CX-60 warranty is 5 years/150,000km, service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Summary

Overall, both Honda HR-V and Mazda CX-60 are excellent models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then test-driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major event, spending time on research will definitely not be a mistake.