2025 Honda CR-V vs 2025 Subaru Ascent

$30,100 · Crossover

$39,995 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Honda CR-V and the 2025 Subaru Ascent is the MSRP gap of $9,895, with the CR-V starting at $30,100 compared to the Ascent's $39,995. This price difference reflects substantial performance and drivetrain variations. The Ascent offers 260 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque, significantly overpowering the CR-V's 190 hp and 179 lb-ft. Conversely, the CR-V achieves a superior fuel economy rating of 30 combined MPG, whereas the AWD Ascent is rated at only 22 combined MPG. Size and utility also differ markedly; the Ascent is over 12 inches longer (196.8 vs 184.8 inches) and provides superior ground clearance (implied by height difference, though not explicitly stated), but the CR-V offers more than double the base cargo capacity at 39.3 cu ft versus the Ascent's 17.8 cu ft.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Honda CR-V

The 2025 Honda CR-V wins for commuters due to its superior 30 combined MPG efficiency compared to the Ascent's 22 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Subaru Ascent

The 2025 Subaru Ascent is likely better for families needing more passenger volume, indicated by its larger exterior dimensions (196.8 inches length vs 184.8 inches).

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Subaru Ascent

The 2025 Subaru Ascent is the clear performance choice, delivering 260 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque versus the CR-V's 190 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Honda CR-V

The 2025 Honda CR-V provides superior cost efficiency given its $9,895 lower starting price and 8 MPG higher fuel economy rating.

Choose the Honda CR-V if...

Primary use involves city driving where 28 MPG city efficiency is prioritized.
The budget necessitates the lower MSRP of $30,100.
Maximum primary cargo space of 39.3 cu ft is needed over outright power.

Choose the Subaru Ascent if...

Year-round traction is mandatory, as the Ascent includes standard All-Wheel Drive.
Maximum performance is desired, provided by 260 hp and 277 lb-ft of torque.
The buyer requires a larger physical footprint, as the Ascent is 196.8 inches long.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Honda CR-V	Subaru Ascent
Length	184.8"	196.8"
Width	73.5"	76.0"
Height	66.2"	71.6"
Wheelbase	106.3"	113.8"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Honda	Subaru
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
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	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Blind Spot Monitor	—	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Honda	Subaru
Base Engine Displacement	1.5 L	2.4 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	flat 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	190 hp @ 6000 rpm	260 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	179 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm	277 lb-ft @ 2000 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	Honda	Subaru
Transmission Type	continuously variable-speed automatic	continuously variable-speed automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Honda	Subaru
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	28/34 MPG	20/26 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	30 MPG	22 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	392.0/476.0 mi.	386.0/501.8 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.0 gal.	19.3 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Honda	Subaru
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Single Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Honda	Subaru
Infotainment Display	7.0 in	11.6 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	160W	—
Speaker System	4	6
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Length	—	4 months

Power Feature

Feature	Honda	Subaru
One-Touch Power Windows	2	2
Remote Keyless Entry	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Keyless Entry	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Honda	Subaru
Front Head Room	40.0 in.	41.2 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	42.2 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.9 in.	61.1 in.
Front Hip Room	55.6 in.	57.8 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	4-way
Driver Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	—	Multi-level

Rearseats

Feature	Honda	Subaru
Rear Head Room	38.2 in.	40.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	41.0 in.	38.6 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	60.3 in.
Rear Hip Room	52.6 in.	57.5 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Honda	Subaru
Wheel Material	Steel	Alloy
Wheel Cover Type	✓	—
Wheel Diameter	17 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	235/65R	245/60R
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Size	—	18 x 7.5 in

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Honda	Subaru
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Honda CR-V and 2025 Subaru Ascent.

How much better is the fuel economy of the CR-V compared to the Ascent?

The 2025 Honda CR-V achieves 30 combined MPG (28 city/34 highway), providing a significant 8 MPG advantage over the 2025 Subaru Ascent’s 22 combined MPG (20 city/26 highway).

Which vehicle offers significantly more power?

The 2025 Subaru Ascent offers substantially more power, boasting 260 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque. The Honda CR-V is rated at 190 horsepower and 179 lb-ft of torque.

Why is the Ascent so much more expensive than the CR-V?

The Ascent has an MSRP of $39,995, which is $9,895 more than the CR-V's $30,100 base price, largely due to its standard All-Wheel Drive system and higher output engine.

Does the CR-V or the Ascent offer better primary cargo capacity?

The 2025 Honda CR-V offers superior primary cargo volume at 39.3 cubic feet. The 2025 Subaru Ascent provides significantly less, measured at 17.8 cubic feet.