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

2025 Subaru
Forester Hybrid

MSRP*: $36,595 to $43,295
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MPG - City 40 - 43 MPG 35 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 36 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 76.5 ft3 69.1 ft3
Engine
  • 204-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 194-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 204 hp 194 hp
Towing Capacity 1,000 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 184.8 in 183.3 in
Exterior Width 73.5 in 72.0 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 in
Rear 37.7 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 Hybrid. The Subaru Forester Hybrid 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
The Subaru Forester Hybrid requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Honda CR-V Hybrid, making it more convenient to drive.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Honda CR-V Hybrid will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Subaru Forester Hybrid.

Dimensions
Since the Honda CR-V Hybrid is much wider than the Subaru Forester Hybrid, 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 Hybrid.

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

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Subaru Forester Hybrid 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 Hybrid.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Honda CR-V Hybrid doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Subaru Forester Hybrid.

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 Hybrid. The Honda CR-V Hybrid has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Subaru Forester Hybrid.