2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid vs. 2025 Subaru Forester Review

Picture of the 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid

2025 Honda
CR-V Hybrid

MSRP*: $34,650 to $41,100
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Picture of the 2025 Subaru Forester

2025 Subaru
Forester

MSRP*: $29,810 to $39,995
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MPG - City 40 - 43 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 36 MPG 32 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 76.5 ft3 69.1 - 74.4 ft3
Engine
  • 204-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 180-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 204 hp 180 hp
Towing Capacity 1,000 lbs 1,500 - 3,000 lbs
Exterior Length 184.8 in 182.7 - 183.3 in
Exterior Width 73.5 in 72.0 - 72.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 41.0 in
Front 43.3 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 38.2 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 40.0 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.6 - 39.6 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 Hybrid than in the Subaru Forester. The Subaru Forester will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Honda CR-V Hybrid.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Honda CR-V Hybrid as you will with the Subaru Forester, 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 Honda CR-V Hybrid is somewhat more expensive than the Subaru Forester.

Dimensions
Since the Honda CR-V Hybrid is much wider than the Subaru Forester, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the Honda CR-V Hybrid takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Subaru Forester.

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

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

Powertrain
The Honda CR-V Hybrid has much lower torque than the Subaru Forester, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Honda CR-V Hybrid and the Subaru Forester. The Honda CR-V Hybrid has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Subaru Forester.