2024 Honda CR-V vs. 2024 Subaru Outback 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 Outback

2024 Subaru
Outback

MSRP*: $28,895 to $42,795
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MPG - City 27 - 28 MPG 21 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 34 MPG 26 - 32 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 76.5 ft3 75.6 ft3
Engine
  • 190-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 190 hp 182 - 260 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 2,700 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 184.8 in 191.3 - 191.9 in
Exterior Width 73.5 in 74.2 - 74.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 41.0 in
Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 38.2 - 40.0 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 39.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 39.1 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
The Honda CR-V offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Subaru Outback, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Honda CR-V and the Subaru Outback.

Convenience
With the Subaru Outback, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Honda CR-V, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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). Clearly, the Honda CR-V is a better financial choice over the Subaru Outback, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Honda CR-V is about the same width as the Subaru Outback. The Honda CR-V is slightly shorter than the Subaru Outback, which may make it easier to park.

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

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Subaru Outback is clearly the choice over the Honda CR-V for pulling heavy loads. The Honda CR-V has a little more horsepower than the Subaru Outback.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Honda CR-V and the Subaru Outback 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 Outback. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Honda CR-V as you will in the Subaru Outback.