2024 Honda CR-V vs. 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Review

Picture of the 2024 Honda CR-V

2024 Honda
CR-V

MSRP*: $29,500 to $36,160
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Picture of the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek

2024 Subaru
Crosstrek

MSRP*: $25,195 to $32,195
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MPG - City 27 - 28 MPG 26 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 34 MPG 33 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 76.5 ft3 54.7 - 54.9 ft3
Engine
  • 190-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 152-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 190 hp 152 - 182 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 1,500 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 184.8 in 176.4 in
Exterior Width 73.5 in 70.9 - 71.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 41.0 in
Front 42.9 in
Rear 36.5 in
Head Room Front 38.2 - 40.0 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 39.8 in
Rear 38.0 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda CR-V than in the Subaru Crosstrek. The Subaru Crosstrek offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Honda CR-V, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
The Subaru Crosstrek requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Honda CR-V, making it more convenient to drive.

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). Whether you pick the Honda CR-V or the Subaru Crosstrek, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Honda CR-V is much wider than the Subaru Crosstrek, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Honda CR-V, which is slightly longer than the Subaru Crosstrek.

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

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Honda CR-V will do just as well as the Subaru Crosstrek, since they have about the same towing capacity. The Honda CR-V has a little more horsepower than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Honda CR-V and the Subaru Crosstrek are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Honda CR-V and the Subaru Crosstrek. With the Honda CR-V, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Subaru Crosstrek.