2025 Acura ADX vs 2025 Honda CR-V

$35,000 · Crossover

$30,100 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Choosing between the 2025 Acura ADX and the 2025 Honda CR-V often comes down to balancing brand cachet against cold, hard cash and usable space. That $4,900 starting price difference is the biggest elephant in the room, as both crossovers share identical power figures—190 hp and 179 lb-ft of torque. However, the CR-V pulls ahead immediately on running costs; it recommends regular unleaded fuel while the ADX suggests premium, and the CR-V earns a better fuel economy rating of 30 combined MPG versus the ADX’s 28 combined MPG. Physically, the CR-V is slightly taller at 66.2 inches compared to the ADX’s 63.8 inches, translating directly into storage, where the CR-V boasts a massive 39.3 cu ft of cargo capacity, dwarfing the ADX’s 24.4 cu ft. While the ADX has a sleek length of 185.8 inches, the CR-V offers significantly more utility for thousands less.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

Choose the Acura ADX if...

Brand prestige and a slightly more premium aesthetic are priorities over saving money.
You prefer a slightly lower overall height (63.8 inches) for garage fit or easier roof access.
You value the higher-trim feel that Acura typically imparts, despite the smaller cargo area.

Choose the Honda CR-V if...

Keeping the purchase price low—saving $4,900 is critical to your budget.
Maximum hauling capacity is essential; 39.3 cu ft of space easily beats the ADX.
You want to avoid the expense of premium unleaded fuel and maximize MPG (34 highway).

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Acura ADX	Honda CR-V
Length	185.8"	184.8"
Width	72.5"	73.5"
Height	63.8"	66.2"
Wheelbase	104.5"	106.3"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Acura	Honda
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	—
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	—
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓

Engine

Feature	Acura	Honda
Base Engine Displacement	1.5 L	1.5 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	190 hp @ 6000 rpm	190 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	179 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm	179 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Acura	Honda
Transmission Type	continuously variable-speed automatic	continuously variable-speed automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Acura	Honda
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	26/31 MPG	28/34 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	28 MPG	30 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	364.0/434.0 mi.	392.0/476.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.0 gal.	14.0 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Acura	Honda
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	—	✓
Single Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Acura	Honda
Infotainment Display	9.0 in	7.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	8	4
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	✓
Stereo Power	—	160W
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Acura	Honda
One-Touch Power Windows	1	2
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	—
Keyless Entry	✓	—
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Remote Keyless Entry	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Acura	Honda
Front Head Room	38.4 in.	40.0 in.
Front Leg Room	41.9 in.	41.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	56.6 in.	57.9 in.
Front Hip Room	54.0 in.	55.6 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Acura	Honda
Rear Head Room	38.0 in.	38.2 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.7 in.	41.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.2 in.	55.9 in.
Rear Hip Room	47.4 in.	52.6 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Acura	Honda
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	18 x 7.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	225/55R H	235/65R
Wheel Material	—	Steel
Wheel Cover Type	—	✓
Wheel Diameter	—	17 in
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Acura	Honda
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Acura	Honda
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ 12000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Acura ADX and 2025 Honda CR-V.

Since both cars have 190 horsepower, will the driving feel be identical?

While the horsepower and torque figures are identical (190 hp, 179 lb-ft), the Acura ADX might feel slightly different due to tuning, weight distribution, and suspension calibration, despite the identical CVT automatic transmissions.

How much more cargo space does the Honda CR-V really offer?

The 2025 Honda CR-V provides 39.3 cu ft of cargo space, which is significantly more than the 2025 Acura ADX's 24.4 cu ft—a difference of nearly 15 cubic feet for hauling gear.

Is the recommended premium fuel for the Acura worth the $4,900 premium over the Honda?

If you choose the ADX, you are paying $4,900 more initially AND potentially paying more per gallon at the pump, as the CR-V only requires regular unleaded fuel.