2023 Honda CR-V
vs 2023 Subaru Forester

Key Comparisons

2023 Honda CR-V

2023 Subaru Forester

Horsepower/Total System Horsepower

190 @ 6000 rpm
(1.5T, SAE net)
204 (2.0H, ISO net)¹

182 @ 5800 rpm

No Hybrid Available

EPA Fuel-Economy Ratings^{2
(city/hwy/comb)}

27/32/29 (1.5T AWD)
40/34/37 (2.0H AWD)

26/33/29
25/28/26 (Wilderness)

Maximum
Cargo Capacity

76.5 cu ft

69.1 cu ft³

Wheels

17" steel standard
on LX

17" steel standard
on base

Automatic
Climate Control

Dual-Zone
on EX and above

Single-zone on base,
Premium, Sport

Traffic Sign Recognition
System (TSR)⁴

Standard
on all trims

Not Available
on any trim

Rear Seat Reminder
(RSR)

Standard
on all trims

Not Available
on any trim

Wireless Phone Charger

Standard
on EX-L, Sport Touring Hybrid

Not Available
on any trim

The Verdict: More power, higher fuel-economy ratings, greater cargo-hauling capability and more standard features make this a no-contest win for the Honda CR-V!

¹ Total system horsepower (ISO net) as measured by the peak, concurrent output of the two electric motors and gasoline engine.
² Based on 2023 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.
³ Premium, Sport, Wilderness, Limited, Touring
⁴ TSR cannot detect all traffic signs and may misidentify certain signs and does not include any braking or speed control functions. Accuracy will vary based on weather and other factors. System operation affected by extreme interior heat. Driver remains responsible for complying with all traffic regulations.