Verdict
At RM178,200 against RM190,788, the Honda CR-V costs RM12,588 less yet brings a 589-litre boot, rear air vents and a hybrid powertrain rated at 7 L/100 km. Its 2.0-litre engine makes 146 hp and 190 Nm, backed by two motors rated at 181 hp and 335 Nm, while the Crosstrek’s petrol boxer makes 154 hp and 196 Nm and drives all four wheels. The Subaru counters with a sunroof and 360-degree camera, but its 315-litre boot is a major compromise for family use.
Pick the Honda CR-V if you need the 589-litre boot, hybrid economy and rear air vents for regular family duty.
Pick the Subaru Crosstrek if all-wheel drive, a 360-degree camera and a front sunroof matter more than luggage space.
Key differences
- Boot space: Honda CR-V 589 litres; Subaru Crosstrek 315 litres.
- Driveline: Honda CR-V front-wheel drive; Subaru Crosstrek all-wheel drive.
- Engine output: Honda CR-V 146 hp and 190 Nm; Subaru Crosstrek 154 hp and 196 Nm.
- Length: Honda CR-V 4,691 mm; Subaru Crosstrek 4,480 mm.
- Wheelbase: Honda CR-V 2,701 mm; Subaru Crosstrek 2,670 mm.
- Fuel tank: Honda CR-V 57 litres; Subaru Crosstrek 63 litres.
CR-V
- 589-litre boot
- Hybrid rated at 7 L/100 km
- Rear air vents and hands-free power boot
- Front-wheel drive versus the Crosstrek’s all-wheel drive
- No sunroof
- No 360-degree camera
Crosstrek
- All-wheel drive
- Front tilt-and-slide sunroof
- 360-degree View Monitor and rear foglamp
- 315-litre boot versus the CR-V’s 589 litres
- No rear air vents
- No rated fuel-economy figure
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM178,200✓ | RM190,788 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM437✓ | RM438 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Atkinson Cycle Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 16-Valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with direct injection and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,993 cc | 1,995 cc |
| Horsepower | 146 hp at 6,100 rpm | 154 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 190 Nm at 4,500 rpm | 196 Nm at 4,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Boxer 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 81 mm × 96.7 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 13.9 | — |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 181 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 335 Nm | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Lineartronic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 7 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,691 mm | 4,480 mm |
| Width | 1,866 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,681 mm | 1,575 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,701 mm | 2,670 mm |
| Weight | 1,616 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | 63 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 589 litres✓ | 315 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Falken Ziex ZE001A A/S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtains, Front Knee Airbags) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Passenger Seat Cushion) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Driver's Memory, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline and Sliding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Sunroof | — | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay | 11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button with Remote Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Power Boot with Hands-Free Function | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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CR-V vs Crosstrek FAQ
Is the Honda CR-V or Subaru Crosstrek better?
The Honda CR-V is the better family-focused choice with 589 litres of boot space, rear vents and a hybrid rated at 7 L/100 km. Choose the Subaru Crosstrek for all-wheel drive, a sunroof and a 360-degree camera.
What is the price difference?
The Subaru Crosstrek costs RM12,588 more than the Honda CR-V.
Which has the bigger boot, Honda CR-V or Subaru Crosstrek?
The Honda CR-V has the much bigger boot at 589 litres, compared with 315 litres in the Subaru Crosstrek. That is a 274-litre advantage for the Honda.
