Oct 24, 2019
Red 2019 Honda CR-V at Sunset and Blue 2019 Honda HR-V on a City Street

What Are the Differences Between the Honda CR-V and Honda HR-V?

Are you considering a Honda crossover as your next family vehicle? With the popular 2019 Honda CR-V compact crossover and the athletic 2019 Honda HR-V subcompact crossover in stock at Earnhardt Honda, many car shoppers want to know – what are the differences between the Honda CR-V and Honda HR-V? Use this quick overview to help you find the right fit at Earnhardt Honda!


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Honda CR-V vs Honda HR-V: Design Specs and Cargo Space

Honda crossovers are tailor-made for the family on the go. No matter which Honda-brand crossover you choose in this debate, you will have room for five passengers. The 2019 Honda CR-V is available in four trim levels – LX, EX, EX-L and Touring – that will make room for 39.2 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats. With the 60/40 split-folding rear seats laid flat, the Honda CR-V will make room for 75.8 cubic feet of cargo. When you opt for the smaller 2019 Honda HR-V, you will have a choice of five grades – LX, Sport, EX, EX-L and Touring – that provide 24.3 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats in front-wheel drive variants.

2019 Honda CR-V Rear Cargo Space and 2019 Honda HR-V Rear Cargo Space

Honda CR-V vs Honda HR-V: Power and Performance Specs

To deliver reliable performance in the Phoenix area, the entry-level Honda CR-V LX trim employs a standard 184-horsepower 2.4-liter cylinder four-cylinder engine paired with a Continuously Variable Transmission. Honda CR-V EX, EX-L and Touring trim levels employ a 190-horsepower 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder power core that is married to a Continuously Variable Transmission. Real Time AWD with an Intelligent Control System™ is available for all trim levels. The Honda HR-V features a 141-horsepower 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine and a Continuously Variable Transmission in all models.

2019 Honda CR-V Front Interior and Dashboard and 2019 Honda HR-V Front Interior and Dashboard

Honda CR-V vs Honda HR-V: Technology and Features

Safety and entertainment are priorities for many families on the go and the Honda CR-V and Honda HR-V will check all the boxes at Earnhardt Honda. When you choose the Honda CR-V, Honda Sensing® safety systems are standard in EX, EX-L and Touring trim levels to upgrade safety. To keep families entertained, the Honda CR-V LX trim will feature a 5-inch LCD infotainment system with Bluetooth that is replaced by a 7-inch Display Audio touchscreen infotainment system that adds access to Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ in the rest of the Honda CR-V lineup.

Honda Sensing® technology is standard in Honda HR-V EX, EX-L and Touring trim levels to help keep families safe. Entertainment in the Honda HR-V starts with a 5-inch LCD system with Bluetooth in the Honda HR-V LX base trim. A 7-inch Display Audio touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ smartphone integration takes entertainment and connectivity to the next level when you opt for Honda HR-V Sport, EX, EX-L and Touring trim levels.


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What are the differences between the Honda CR-V and Honda HR-V? If you are on the hunt for a family-friendly crossover, this Honda CR-V vs Honda HR-V comparison may help you find the right fit. Check out the Earnhardt Honda inventory today to find a Honda-brand car or crossover to fit your lifestyle and budget!