Honda ZR-V vs Mitsubishi ASX

The Honda ZR-V starts from $38,900 before on-road costs, while the Mitsubishi ASX opens at $37,740. That makes the Mitsubishi ASX the more affordable entry point by $1,160.

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 $42,790 and $41,514 respectively.

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

Both the Honda ZR-V and Mitsubishi ASX hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 79% for the Honda ZR-V and 76% for the Mitsubishi ASX.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Honda ZR-V packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 5 in the Mitsubishi ASX.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Honda ZR-V and 7 in the Mitsubishi ASX.

The Honda ZR-V features a 9-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.2-inch digital dash, while the Mitsubishi ASX gets a 10.4-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Honda ZR-V stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, power tailgate and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Mitsubishi ASX. The Mitsubishi ASX counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Honda ZR-V uses a Petrol producing 140kW and 243Nm of torque, sent through a cvt to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8 seconds.

The Mitsubishi ASX responds with a Petrol making 113kW and 270Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 11.9 seconds.

The Honda ZR-V has the clear power advantage at 140kW vs 113kW. In the real-world sprint, the Honda ZR-V is 3.9s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Honda ZR-V measures 4,568mm long on a 2,655mm wheelbase, 298mm longer than the Mitsubishi ASX at 4,270mm (2,634mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Honda ZR-V generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 339L in the Honda ZR-V and 350L in the Mitsubishi ASX, giving the Mitsubishi ASX a 11L advantage.

For towing, the Honda ZR-V leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,200kg. That 300kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,653/year for the Honda ZR-V and $1,824/year for the Mitsubishi ASX. That is a $171 annual difference in favour of the Honda ZR-V.

Estimated annual total: $1,653 (Honda ZR-V) vs $1,824 (Mitsubishi ASX). The Honda ZR-V saves you roughly $171 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Honda ZR-V) vs 10 years / 200,000km (Mitsubishi ASX). The Mitsubishi ASX has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: 5yr (Honda ZR-V)—.