Subaru Crosstrek vs Honda HR-V

Subaru Crosstrek: The Crosstrek comes standard with a 2.0L SUBARU BOXER® engine producing 152 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque, paired with a smooth CVT. Opt for the available 2.5L engine for a bump to 182 horsepower. Every Crosstrek includes Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, giving you confident handling in Birmingham’s unpredictable weather or when venturing off the pavement.

Honda HR-V: Powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine delivering 158 horsepower and 138 lb-ft of torque, the HR-V also uses a CVT for smooth power delivery. AWD is available but not standard. While the HR-V feels refined, it lacks the extra ground clearance and standard AWD capability of the Crosstrek.

Subaru Crosstrek: Inside, the Crosstrek features an available 11.6-inch STARLINK® Multimedia touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, and available heated front seats—perfect for cool Birmingham mornings. The Crosstrek’s cabin is versatile and practical, with enough space for passengers and weekend gear.

Honda HR-V: The HR-V’s interior is modern and minimalistic with a 7-inch standard touchscreen or available 9-inch display. Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are standard, though wireless versions are limited to higher trims. The HR-V is comfortable but offers less tech flexibility on its base model compared to the Crosstrek.

Subaru Crosstrek: Provides 19.9 cubic feet of cargo room behind the rear seats and up to 55.3 cubic feet with the seats folded flat. The wide rear hatch makes loading bikes, coolers, and camping gear a breeze.

Honda HR-V: Offers 24.4 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row and 55.1 cubic feet with the seats folded down. While slightly roomier behind the seats, the HR-V doesn’t offer the same ground clearance or off-road capability as the Crosstrek.

Subaru Crosstrek:

• City: Up to 27 mpg
• Highway: Up to 34 mpg
• All-wheel drive is standard on all trims

Honda HR-V:

• City: 26 mpg (FWD)
• Highway: 32 mpg (FWD)
• AWD trims slightly reduce fuel efficiency

Subaru Crosstrek: Standard EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology includes Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist, and Pre-Collision Braking. Available features include Blind-Spot Detection and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert—ideal for busy Birmingham parking lots.

Honda HR-V: Equipped with the Honda Sensing® suite featuring Collision Mitigation Braking, Road Departure Mitigation, and Lane Keeping Assist. Blind-spot monitoring is standard only on higher trims.