Should I get a proper SUV, or a CUV instead? Boot space wise, horse power wise and fuel efficiency, Mazda leads with only Rm8k extra. I wouldn't mind living without keyless entry and Bi-xenon lamps though. Should I get the 2.0 Mazda CX5 GL (lowest spec) or 1.8 Honda HRV (V Spec)? Rm126k / Rm118k.

I've read reviews that the cx5 has loud tyre and road noises, is that true with your cx5? How is the NVH levels compared with HRV?

Agreed. People still buy Honda due to Japanese reliability, other than the cars which look rather nice and sporty on the outside, in this case the HRV. It sure looks quite nice and classy on the exterior, but when you step into the car, the interior of the car is poor, looks like a Proton Saga. No offense. The interior dashboard layout and quality of materials on the dashboard and door panels etc. look cheap. On the other hand, with the Mazda(CX5 or any other model), exterior looks good and interior quality looks much nicer and higher quality than the Honda. It's not only the HRV but the City and CRV as well - the interior dashboard and door panel looked cheap in the layout and quality.