2018 Subaru Forester vs 2018 Honda CR-V

Whether you're looking for a personal vehicle or one fit for the whole family, a crossover is an excellent choice. These marvels of engineering offer a perfect balance of performance, drivability and cargo space for you to enjoy. The only problem is deciding which one is best for you. With such a competitive market, the choice can be challenging.

If you're looking for quality, the 2018 Subaru Forester is a great option, but the 2018 Honda CR-V has become quite popular as well, but you deserve only the best. Find out which one is superior overall in our comprehensive Subaru Forester vs Honda CR-V comparison.

Performance

Before you commit to any crossover, you need to be sure it can get you where you need to go. When comparing base trim levels, both of these crossovers have similar horsepower, but the Forester is more efficient. The CR-V earns an EPA-estimated 31 mpg highway and 25 mpg city, but the Forester manages to get 32 mpg highway and 26 mpg city.

Both of these vehicles can have their engines upgraded, but that only furthers the difference between them. With the CR-V's enhanced 1.5-liter 4-cylinder turbo engine, you can enjoy 190 horsepower with 179 lb-ft of torque. While impressive, it doesn't even come close to what the Forester's 2-liter 4-cylinder turbo engine can do. With that bad boy under the hood, you have 250 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.

Versatility

The CR-V was designed to stay on the asphalt. Meanwhile, the Forester can serve you well in a variety of different road conditions. With its 8.7 inches of ground clearance and X-MODE with Hill Descent Control, the Forester can take you where you need to go even if the road isn't too inviting.

If you want to maximize your traction, all-wheel drive is always the first step. The CR-V has AWD available but not as a standard feature unlike the Forester. With the Forester, you get Subaru's famous AWD system standard on all trim levels from the very beginning.

Safety

Honda has been one of the pioneers of automotive safety for years now, but Subaru is full of surprises when it comes to the Forester. With their STARLINK system, you'll have automatic accident response systems rather than just standard driver assistance systems.

Both of these crossovers have driver assistance technology to prevent accidents, but should one occur, the Subaru STARLINK will automatically connect you with a care advisor. You'll be able to hear them through the Forester's speakers, and they can hear you without you having to move. Even if you can't talk, they can use your vehicle's GPS to send help your way. The CR-V can't offer the same.

Subaru Forester vs Honda CR-V

Our Subaru Forester vs Honda CR-V comparison got close there for a while, but the Forester is superior overall with its enhanced performance and technology. You can see what makes this crossover so impressive for yourself at Paul Miller Subaru, your local Parsippany, Wayne and Morristown Subaru dealer. Our friendly team stands ready to offer all the help and knowledge you need. Visit us to schedule your test drive today!