Ford Explorer vs Honda CR-V Hybrid
Overview | |
MSRP$38,465 | MSRP$35,630 |
Listings3735 | Listings3547 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryCompetition among small crossover SUVs is fierce. The 2026 Honda CR-V faces off against the Toyota RAV4, the Subaru Forester, the Hyundai Tucson, and at least one compact SUV from nearly every other automaker. On balance, the Honda CR-V has handled the competition well. But while it has thrived, Honda has found success with another name, too: TrailSport. This year, the two success stories finally met. Verdict: The CR-V is one of the best compact crossovers on the market, and the hybrid powertrain only makes it better. If serious adventure and off-road driving are your things, though, the CR-V TrailSport may not be the right choice. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 204 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower300 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower204 hp @ 6100 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.06 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City43 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway36 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 204 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque310 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower300 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower204 hp @ 6100 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.06 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City43 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway36 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.3 cu ft | Cargo Space36.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight4303 lbs | Curb Weight3752 lbs |
Height69.6 in | Height66.2 in |
Length198.7 in | Length184.8 in |
Width89.3 in | Width73.5 in |
Wheelbase119.1 in | Wheelbase106.3 in |
Maximum Payload1467 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $38,465 | $35,630 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Competition among small crossover SUVs is fierce. The 2026 Honda CR-V faces off against the Toyota RAV4, the Subaru Forester, the Hyundai Tucson, and at least one compact SUV from nearly every other automaker. On balance, the Honda CR-V has handled the competition well. But while it has thrived, Honda has found success with another name, too: TrailSport. This year, the two success stories finally met. Verdict: The CR-V is one of the best compact crossovers on the market, and the hybrid powertrain only makes it better. If serious adventure and off-road driving are your things, though, the CR-V TrailSport may not be the right choice. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.0L 204 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 300 hp @ 5500 rpm | 204 hp @ 6100 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.06 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 43 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 36 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.0L 204 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 310 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | |
Horsepower | 300 hp @ 5500 rpm | 204 hp @ 6100 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.06 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 43 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 36 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.3 cu ft | 36.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4303 lbs | 3752 lbs |
Height | 69.6 in | 66.2 in |
Length | 198.7 in | 184.8 in |
Width | 89.3 in | 73.5 in |
Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1467 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | 1000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | |
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