2026 Honda CR-V vs Competitors | SUV Reviews and Comparison

Features	2026 Honda CR-V	2026 Toyota RAV4
Two-Motor Hybrid System	Available	Not Available
Google built-in	Available	Not Available
Available Premium Audio System	Bose® with 12 Speakers	JBL® with 9 Speakers
Maximum Cargo Volume	76.5 cu ft	70.4 cu ft
Maximum Passenger Volume	106.0 cu ft	98.9 cu ft
Wireless Phone Charger	Standard	Available
Horsepower (Gas)	190	Hybrid Only

Two-Motor Hybrid System

Available

Not Available

Google built-in

Available

Not Available

Available Premium Audio System

Bose® with 12 Speakers

JBL® with 9 Speakers

Maximum Cargo Volume

76.5 cu ft

70.4 cu ft

Maximum Passenger Volume

106.0 cu ft

98.9 cu ft

Wireless Phone Charger

Standard

Available

Horsepower (Gas)

190

Hybrid Only

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Features	2026 Honda CR-V	2026 Kia Sportage
Two-Motor Hybrid System	Available	Not Available
Google built-in	Available	Not Available
Available Premium Audio System	Bose® with 12 Speakers	Harman Kardon® with 8 Speakers
Maximum Cargo Volume	76.5 cu ft	74.1 cu ft
Maximum Passenger Volume	106.0 cu ft	105.4 cu ft
Wireless Phone Charger	Standard	Available
Horsepower (Gas)	190	187

Features	2026 Honda CR-V	2026 Subaru Forester
Two-Motor Hybrid System	Available	Not Available
Google built-in	Available	Not Available
Available Premium Audio System	Bose® with 12 Speakers	Harman Kardon® with 11 Speakers
Maximum Cargo Volume	76.5 cu ft	74.4 cu ft
Maximum Passenger Volume	106.0 cu ft	110.8 cu ft
Wireless Phone Charger	Standard	Available
Horsepower (Gas)	190	180

Features	2026 Honda CR-V	2026 Chevrolet Equinox
Two-Motor Hybrid System	Available	Not Available
Google built-in	Available	Standard
Available Premium Audio System	Bose® with 12 Speakers	6-speaker standard audio
Maximum Cargo Volume	76.5 cu ft	63.5 cu ft
Maximum Passenger Volume	106.0 cu ft	104.3 cu ft
Wireless Phone Charger	Standard	Available
Horsepower (Gas)	190	175

Features	2026 Honda CR-V	2026 Hyundai Tucson
Two-Motor Hybrid System	Available	Not Available
Google built-in	Available	Not Available
Available Premium Audio System	Bose® with 12 Speakers	Bose® with 8 Speakers
Maximum Cargo Volume	76.5 cu ft	80.3 cu ft
Maximum Passenger Volume	106.0 cu ft	108.2 cu ft
Wireless Phone Charger	Standard	Available
Horsepower (Gas)	190	187

TrailSport Hybrid shown in Canyon River Blue Metallic with Honda Genuine Accessories. 

Hybrid performance meets rugged, all-terrain capability.

With 8.2 inches of ground clearance, all-terrain tires, rugged styling, and 204-horsepower,* the Honda CR-V TrailSport Hybrid handles adventures with confidence. Car and Driver praises the CR-V Hybrid as a smart, efficient, and versatile compact SUV. Competitors like the Hyundai Tucson XRT and Chevrolet Equinox don’t offer adventure-focused hybrid trims.

TrailSport Hybrid shown in Canyon River Blue Metallic with Honda Genuine Accessories. 
Sport Touring Hybrid shown in Meteorite Gray Metallic with Gray Leather.

Flexible space for your next adventure.

The Honda CR-V Sport Touring provides more max cargo space than the RAV4, Tucson, and Sportage.* According to Car and Driver experts, the CR-V Sport Touring also holds the most suitcases (9” x 14” x 22”) with the rear seats down based on their testing.* From camping gear to groceries, packing is simple and convenient for your active lifestyle.

Sport Touring Hybrid shown in Meteorite Gray Metallic with Gray Leather.
Sport Touring Hybrid shown with Black Leather.

Everyone enjoys first-class seating.

The roomy interior of the 2026 CR-V offers expansive passenger volume, providing more space than the Toyota RAV4, Kia Sportage, and Chevrolet Equinox. The CR-V Sport Touring earned a top score of 5 out of 5 for Rear Seat Comfort in Car and Driver testing,* outperforming competitors with a back seat that accommodates passengers with ease.

Sport Touring Hybrid shown with Black Leather.
TrailSport Hybrid shown in Radiant Red Metallic.*

Starting and stopping power.

In Car and Driver testing,* the CR-V Sport Touring achieved the quickest 30-50 mph acceleration time among competitors and recorded the shortest 70-0 mph braking distance, providing confident stopping power that helps keep you and your passengers secure. This combination of quick acceleration and responsive braking gives you the control to navigate any driving situation with ease.

TrailSport Hybrid shown in Radiant Red Metallic.*
Sport Touring Hybrid shown with Black Leather.

Premium details create a refined cabin experience.

From bold exterior LED lights to the available one-touch power moonroof, the design of the CR-V is both modern and functional. Inside, premium interior finishes such as available leather trim and a heated steering wheel give the cabin a polished feel that enhances every drive. Car and Driver calls the CR-V a standout for style and sophistication in the hybrid compact SUV segment.

Sport Touring Hybrid shown with Black Leather.
Sport Touring Hybrid shown with Black Leather.

Enjoy advanced connectivity and immersive audio.

With available Google built-in,* you can enjoy voice assistance with Google Assistant or Google Gemini and seamless navigation with Google Maps. Competitors like the RAV4, Sportage and Tuscon don’t offer Google built-in connectivity.

Sport Touring Hybrid shown with Black Leather.

"There’s a reason Car and Driver has awarded the CR-V multiple 10Best trophies and comparison-test wins; it’s a fantastic all-around choice."

- Car and Driver

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"There’s a reason Car and Driver has awarded the CR-V multiple 10Best trophies and comparison-test wins; it’s a fantastic all-around choice."

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