GAC Emzoom vs Honda HR-V

The GAC Emzoom starts from $25,590 before on-road costs, while the Honda HR-V opens at $30,300. That makes the GAC Emzoom the more affordable entry point by $4,710.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $28,149 and $33,330 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

Both the GAC Emzoom and Honda HR-V hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The GAC Emzoom packs more ADAS features with 7 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 5 in the Honda HR-V.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the GAC Emzoom and 6 in the Honda HR-V.

The GAC Emzoom features a 14.6-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the Honda HR-V gets a 9-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The GAC Emzoom stands out with wireless charging, panoramic roof and power tailgate that you will not find on the Honda HR-V. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the GAC Emzoom gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Honda HR-V offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the GAC Emzoom and 1-zone in the Honda HR-V.

The GAC Emzoom uses a Petrol Turbo producing 125kW and 270Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.8 seconds.

The Honda HR-V responds with a Petrol making 89kW and 145Nm, paired to a cvt driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9.2 seconds.

The GAC Emzoom has the clear power advantage at 125kW vs 89kW. In the real-world sprint, the GAC Emzoom is 1.4s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The GAC Emzoom measures 4,410mm long on a 2,650mm wheelbase, 65mm longer than the Honda HR-V at 4,345mm (2,610mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GAC Emzoom generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 341L in the GAC Emzoom and 339L in the Honda HR-V, giving the GAC Emzoom a 2L advantage.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,881/year for the GAC Emzoom and $1,767/year for the Honda HR-V. That is a $114 annual difference in favour of the Honda HR-V.

Estimated annual total: $1,881 (GAC Emzoom) vs $1,767 (Honda HR-V). The Honda HR-V saves you roughly $114 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 7 years / 150,000km (GAC Emzoom) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Honda HR-V). The GAC Emzoom has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: —5yr (Honda HR-V).