2025 BMW X1 vs. 2025 Honda CR-V Review

Picture of the 2025 BMW X1

2025 BMW
X1

MSRP*: $41,350 to $50,800
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Picture of the 2025 Honda CR-V

2025 Honda
CR-V

MSRP*: $30,100 to $36,500
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MPG - City 23 - 24 MPG 26 - 28 MPG
MPG - Hwy 31 - 33 MPG 31 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 - 57.2 ft3 76.5 ft3
Engine
  • 241-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 312-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 190-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 241 - 312 hp 190 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 177.2 - 177.4 in 184.8 in
Exterior Width 72.6 in 73.5 in
Leg Room Front 40.4 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 41.0 in
Head Room Front 42.1 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 38.2 - 40.0 in
Rear 38.2 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda CR-V than in the BMW X1, due to its greater head- and legroom. The BMW X1 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Honda CR-V.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the BMW X1 as you will with the Honda CR-V, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The BMW X1 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Honda CR-V, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The BMW X1 is a little narrower than the Honda CR-V, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. The BMW X1 is slightly shorter than the Honda CR-V, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The BMW X1 has a larger turning radius than the Honda CR-V, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The BMW X1 has a little more horsepower than the Honda CR-V.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the BMW X1 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Honda CR-V.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the BMW X1 and the Honda CR-V. The BMW X1 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Honda CR-V.