Subaru Forester V vs Honda CR-V: specs side by side
Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.
Subaru · 2018
Forester V
- Power
- 136 kW185 PS
- Kerb mass
- -
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Honda · 2016–2022
CR-V
- Power
- 110 kW150 PS
- Kerb mass
- 1,685 kg
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At a glance
Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.
- City Too close to call Length: 4,625 mm vs 4,570 mm
In plain words
Subaru Forester V has more power: 136 kW (185 PS) against 110 kW (150 PS) for Honda CR-V. Subaru Forester V is 55 mm longer than Honda CR-V (4,625 mm vs 4,570 mm). Honda CR-V is the older design (from 2016); Subaru Forester V arrived in 2018. Our catalog has no kerb mass for the Subaru Forester V yet, so some checks above leave it out.
Size and weight
Side view to scale, all cars from the front bumper.
| Forester V | CR-V | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,625 mm182.1 in † | 4,570 mm179.9 in −55 mm −2.2 in −1.2% |
| Width | 1,815 mm71.5 in † | 1,820 mm71.7 in +5 mm +0.2 in +0.3% |
| Height | 1,730 mm68.1 in † | 1,657 mm65.2 in † −73 mm −2.9 in −4.2% |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm105.1 in | 2,620 mm103.1 in −50 mm −2.0 in −1.9% |
| Fits a standard garage? | Yes | Yes |
Difference vs Forester V (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors. † from another version of this generation.
Full specifications
| Subaru Forester V | Honda CR-V | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | 2.5 (FB25 DI) · petrol · 136 kW (185 PS) | 2.0 · petrol · 110 kW (150 PS) |
| Production years | 2018 | 2016–2022 |
| Body | SUV | SUV |
| Class | SUV / crossover | SUV / crossover |
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 136 kW (185 PS) 182 hp Better | 110 kW (150 PS) 148 hp |
| Power, all versions | 110–136 kW (150–185 PS) 148–182 hp | 88–142 kW (120–193 PS) 118–190 hp |
| Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. | 239 Nm 176 lb-ft | No data |
| Power per tonne | No data | 65 kW/t 79 hp/ton calculated |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 4 cyl | 2,000 cc · 4 cyl 2.0 l |
| Gearbox | CVT | No data |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | No data |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | 4,625 mm 182.1 in † | 4,570 mm 179.9 in |
| Width | 1,815 mm 71.5 in † | 1,820 mm 71.7 in |
| Height | 1,730 mm 68.1 in † | 1,657 mm 65.2 in † |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm 105.1 in | 2,620 mm 103.1 in |
| Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. | No data | 1,685 kg 3,715 lb |
| Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. | 509 l 18.0 cu ft † | No data |
| Economy and running costs | ||
| Fuel consumption Why it matters: Lower consumption cuts running costs and CO₂ emissions on every trip. | No data | 7.9 l/100 km 29.8 mpg US |
| CO₂ | No data | 156 g/km |
| Fuel cost per year | No data | €2,070/year estimated |
| Safety | ||
| Euro NCAP | ★★★★★ (2019) | ★★★★★ (2019) |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Equal rows hidden (5): Body, Class, Country, Fuel, Euro NCAP.
Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).
Estimated at 15,000 km a year with fuel at €1.75/l petrol. † from another version of this generation.