CR-V vs HR-V comparison Video

Is the CR-V or the HR-V better? Take a look at the pros and cons of each Honda model. Learn the differences in gas mileage, overall performance, size, and interior features for the CR-V and HR-V. Discover which model is best for you and your budget, and when you're ready, shop our Honda inventory to get up-to-date pricing on each model. Additionally, we have answered some common questions about these two Honda SUVs below.

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When you think of Honda SUVs, two names stand out: the HR-V and the CR-V. They look like family and they are, but each one is built for a slightly different lifestyle. Let’s break down how they compare. The HR-V is Honda’s smaller crossover. It rides on the Civic’s platform, offering a sleek design with thoughtful details, a modern interior, and room for five. Cargo space is practical, 24 cubic feet behind the seats, and up to 55 with them folded. The CR-V, on the other hand, is bigger in every way. With a longer wheelbase and taller stance, it gives you 39 cubic feet of cargo space with the seats up, nearly double what the HR-V offers. Under the hood, the HR-V comes with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder making 158 horsepower. It’s fine for city driving but feels a little sluggish on the highway, needing about 9.4 seconds to hit 60 mph. The CR-V on the other hand starts with more muscle: a 190-horsepower turbocharged 1.5-liter engine. It’s paired with a CVT and can reach 60 in around 8.1 seconds. Plus, the CR-V lineup also offers hybrid models if you want extra efficiency. Both SUVs have available all-wheel drive, but the CR-V adds enhanced traction management for light off-road use. Fuel economy is close. The HR-V gets up to 26 mpg city and 32 highway, while the CR-V manages 28 city and 34 highway with front-wheel drive. For 2026, both SUVs step up their tech. Each now includes a 9-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a wireless charging pad. Safety is also a priority, with adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and automatic emergency braking standard across both lineups. The HR-V is the more budget-friendly option. It’s ideal if you want Honda reliability in a smaller, city-friendly package. The CR-V is slightly more expensive but justifies it with more space, more power, and hybrid availability. So, HR-V or CR-V? If you want something compact, affordable, and practical, the HR-V fits the bill. But if you need more space, more power, and the option to go hybrid, the CR-V is the Honda SUV most families will grow into.

CR-V vs HR-V FAQs

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The CR-V is more expensive than the HR-V for several reasons. The CR-V is the larger of the two models. It offers more cargo space, some additional features, and more engine options.

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The CR-V is bigger than the HR-V. The CR-V measures in at 184.8 inches long, 73.5 inches wide, and 66.2 inches high. The HR-V measures in at 179.8 inches long, 72.4 inches wide, and 63.4 inches high. While not dramatically bigger than the HR-V, the CR-V's dimensions do increase the interior size a fair amount. The rear passengers get around 3 inches of extra legroom and 22 cu ft of extra total cargo space.

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The CR-V does have some better standard features than the HR-V. The CR-V comes standard with a 9-inch infotainment screen, whereas the HR-V only has that for the highest trim. The HR-V has a slightly better standard audio system as well as the option to have a Bose system for the highest trim. Both vehicles have options for heated seats at the same trim level, and both have options for power-adjustable seating, although the HR-V has more controls for the seating. Overall, the CR-V interior is probably considered nicer, albeit at a higher price point.

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The HR-V and CR-V do not have the same engine, although there are similarities. Both vehicles come standard with inline 4 engines, but the HR-V is a 2.0L and the CR-V is a 1.5L turbo. This leads to better fuel efficiency for the CR-V, and the CR-V actually has more horsepower and torque. Beyond that, the CR-V also has an option for a hybrid version, which the HR-V does not offer.

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There are pros and cons to the CR-V and HR-V for city driving. As the smaller of the two SUVs, the HR-V is a little better suited to the tighter driving, which is beneficial in the city. The smaller profile is also good for city parking. The CR-V offers better gas mileage in the city and more room for your passengers. Keep in mind your primary uses for your SUV in the city to choose the best model.

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The CR-V does offer a hybrid model, but the HR-V currently does not offer a hybrid model. The hybrid CR-V models are all on the higher trim levels. This means that on top of having better performance, the hybrid CR-V also includes several tech features that the standard CR-V doesn't offer.

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The CR-V surprisingly has better gas mileage than the HR-V. This is primarily because the CR-V is a 1.5L turbo and the HR-V is a 2L. The standard gas engine of the CR-V gets 28 city, 33 highway, and 30 combined MPG, and the hybrid CR-V gets even better mileage at 43 city, 36 highway, and 40 combined MPG. The HR-V gets a still-quality 26 city, 32 highway, and 28 combined MPG..

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