You have your sights set on a new Honda SUV for your drives around Thornhill, Richmond Hill, or North York, ON. The Honda CR-V and the Honda HR-V are at the top of your list. The question is: Which one is better suited to your lifestyle?
Our team at Honda of Thornhill is here to help you answer that question with this comparison of the 2023 Honda CR-V vs. Honda HR-V. Let’s see how they match up.
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Both the Honda CR-V and the HR-V offer comfortable interiors with supportive seats and plenty of room for passengers. Whether you’re looking for more streamlined relaxation or high-end amenities, you’ll find both with either model. Let’s step inside.
Both SUVs seat 5 passengers, so you can bring the whole crew along for the ride. There’s more space in the Honda CR-V with 3,002 litres (106 cubic feet) of passenger space compared to 2,794.2 litres (98.7 cubic feet) in the HR-V. You’ll have more room to stretch out in the HR-V, however, thanks to an extra 15 millimetres of front legroom.
If you’re packing up for a road trip or bringing home your haul from the latest shopping spree, there’s plenty of cargo space to fill up in either model. The HR-V boasts 1,556 litres (54.9 cubic feet) with the rear seats lowered, while the CR-V provides 2,166 litres (76.5 cubic feet) of cargo space.
Both SUVs come standard with heated front seats, so it will be easy to cozy up on a crisp morning. Leather-trimmed seating is also available with both models to add a touch of sophistication to every ride.
Do you want to let in some more light and feel the wind through your hair? Open the one-touch power moonroof available with either model.
Your commute, yearly road trip, and every adventure in between are important. That’s why you need an SUV that’s fun to drive. Luckily, both the CR-V and the HR-V bring lively engines and efficient fuel economy to the table.
Under the hood of the CR-V, you’ll find a 1.5L 4-cylinder engine. It generates 190 horsepower and 179 lb-ft of torque. The HR-V, on the other hand, offers a 2.0L i-VTEC® 4-cylinder engine that produces 158 horsepower and 138 lb-ft of torque.
When nasty weather rolls in and the roads get slick, you’ll have Real Time AWD™ with Intelligent Control System™ by your side. It’s available with both models. It monitors for wheel slip and intuitively sends power to the wheels that need it most, so you can stay confidently in control in any scenario.
There goes another gas station—you’ll pass a lot in one of these Honda SUVs. They prioritize fuel efficiency so you can keep the fun going. The CR-V offers a fuel economy of 8.4 city/7.1 highway L/100 km, while the HR-V boasts an impressive 9.1 city/7.4 highway L/100 km on their 2WD configurations.*
Peace of mind is paramount in any SUV. Luckily, both Honda models prioritize safety. You’ll also find intuitive connective features at your fingertips so you can keep up with your favourite tunes, make hands-free calls, and even get directions to your next stop.
A 9-inch touchscreen display is the command centre in both SUVs. This available feature gives you access to the connective power of Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, so you can listen to your most popular playlists and utilize your smartphone apps easily on the move. The CR-V will let you hear every note with its available BOSE® Premium Sound System.
Staying safe is second nature for the CR-V and the HR-V. Honda Sensing® comes standard with both models. This suite of intuitive safety systems includes:
The Next-Generation Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure is also used in the construction of both Honda SUVs. It’s specially designed with front crumple zones that capture and redirect collision force away from the cabin to provide superior protection.
The Honda CR-V and the HR-V are both excellent SUVs that offer a balance of practicality, comfort, and performance. The one you choose will really come down to your specific needs in Thornhill, Richmond Hill, or North York, ON. The CR-V is the larger of the two models and perfect for growing families, while the HR-V is more agile and compact—perfect for the adventurous city commuter.
When you’re ready to see them up close and experience them firsthand, schedule a test drive—or two—at Honda of Thornhill today.
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