2025 Acura ADX vs 2026 Honda CR-V

$35,000 · Crossover

$30,920 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Torn between stretching your budget for a little luxury or prioritizing pure practicality? That's the main puzzle facing shoppers considering the 2025 Acura ADX versus the 2026 Honda CR-V. Acura positions the ADX with an MSRP of $35,000, while the CR-V starts significantly lower at $30,920, representing a $4,080 saving right out of the gate. Interestingly, both vehicles share identical power figures: 190 hp and 179 lb-ft of torque, though the CR-V wins on fuel economy, achieving 30 combined MPG versus the ADX's 28 combined MPG, and it recommends cheaper regular unleaded fuel. Where the CR-V pulls ahead dramatically is space; it offers 39.3 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the ADX's 24.4 cu ft. The ADX is slightly shorter in length at 185.8 inches versus the CR-V's 184.8 inches, but the CR-V is notably taller at 66.2 inches, likely aiding that superior storage.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Honda CR-V

The CR-V's better 30 combined MPG and recommendation for regular unleaded fuel make daily running costs lower.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Honda CR-V

With 39.3 cu ft of cargo capacity versus only 24.4 cu ft, the CR-V simply offers substantially more room for gear.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Acura ADX

While performance specs are identical, Acura often implies a slightly more refined handling experience over its Honda counterpart.

💰 Best Value

2026 Honda CR-V

Saving $4,080 while offering superior fuel economy and much greater cargo space defines strong overall value.

Choose the Acura ADX if...

Brand cachet and interior luxury are high priorities, justifying the $35,000 starting price.
You prefer the specific ride tuning or feature set associated with Acura engineering.
Highway cruising (31 MPG) is more frequent than city driving (26 MPG for the ADX).

Choose the Honda CR-V if...

Maximizing usable cargo space is critical, as it boasts 39.3 cu ft.
You want to save $4,080 on the initial purchase price.
Avoiding premium fuel is important, as the CR-V runs on regular unleaded.

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	28/33 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	28 MPG	30 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	364.0/434.0 mi.	392.0/462.0 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	9.0 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

Power Feature

Feature	Acura	Honda
One-Touch Power Windows	1	1
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.	1 yr./ 12000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Acura ADX and 2026 Honda CR-V.

How much more space does the CR-V offer over the ADX?

The 2026 Honda CR-V provides significantly more storage, offering 39.3 cu ft of cargo capacity. This is substantially more than the 2025 Acura ADX's 24.4 cu ft capacity.

Do I have to use premium gas in the Acura ADX?

Yes, the 2025 Acura ADX recommends premium unleaded fuel. In contrast, the 2026 Honda CR-V operates happily on less expensive regular unleaded.

Is the performance gap between these two crossovers noticeable?

Based purely on the published specs, no, the performance gap is negligible. Both vehicles produce an identical 190 hp and 179 lb-ft of torque.

How do the exterior dimensions compare?

The CR-V is slightly shorter in length (184.8 inches vs 185.8 inches) but noticeably taller (66.2 inches vs 63.8 inches) and slightly wider than the ADX.