Changan CS35 Max vs Honda BR-V
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Changan CS35 Max and the Honda BR-V as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: IC Automotive Inc. (Inchcape Philippines) and Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: Changan Philippines (Inchcape), via changan.ph.
Changan CS35 Max
1.5T Lite DCT variant
- SRP
- ₱1,129,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱19,647
Photo: Honda Cars Philippines, via hondaphil.com.
Honda BR-V
1.5 S CVT variant
- SRP
- ₱1,175,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱20,448
How they differ
- The Changan CS35 Max is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱1,129,000, which is ₱46,000 (4%) below the Honda BR-V at ₱1,175,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the CS35 Max is estimated at ₱19,647 a month against ₱20,448 for the BR-V, a difference of ₱801 a month.
- The CS35 Max makes more power (182.5 PS against 121 PS for the BR-V).
- The CS35 Max has more torque (300 Nm against 145 Nm for the BR-V).
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Changan CS35 Max1.5T Lite DCT, ₱1,129,000 | Honda BR-V1.5 S CVT, ₱1,175,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 1.5L turbocharged BlueCore gasoline | 1.5L i-VTEC DOHC In-line 4-cylinder |
| Displacement (differs) | n/a | 1498 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 182.5 PS | 121 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | n/a | 6600 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | n/a | 4,300 |
| Fuel system (differs) | n/a | Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) |
| Emission standard (differs) | n/a | Euro 4 |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 7-speed wet-type dual-clutch (WDCT) | Continuously variable transmission (CVT) |
| Drivetrain (differs) | FWD | Front-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1620 mm | 1685 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2715 mm | 2700 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | n/a | 207 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | n/a | 1264 kg |
| Turning radius (differs) | n/a | 5.3 m |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | n/a | 7 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | n/a | 42 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | n/a | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front brake (differs) | Ventilated disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brake (differs) | Solid disc | Drum |
| Tyres (differs) | n/a | 215/55R17 94V |
| Wheels (differs) | 18" alloy | 17 x 7J Alloy Wheel |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS | ABS with EBD |
| Airbags (differs) | n/a | 4 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | Rear camera, rear parking sensors, tire pressure monitoring | n/a |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic stability control with traction control and hill hold assist | Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 10.25" touchscreen | 7-inch Touchscreen Audio |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 12.3" digital instrument cluster | Digital Meter |
| Headlight (differs) | LED with auto on/off and follow-me-home | Full LED |
| Keyless system (differs) | n/a | Keyless Entry |
| Other features (differs) | Automatic A/C with air filtration, electronic parking brake with auto hold, Eco/Normal/Sport/Race/Smart drive modes | n/a |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 5 years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first | n/a |
| Service interval (differs) | First service at 5,000 km or 3 months, then every 10,000 km or 6 months | n/a |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.