2020 Honda CR-V vs. 2020 Subaru Outback

If you’re shopping for a capable compact SUV in the McComb area, you’ve most likely narrowed your search down to the 2020 Honda CR-V and 2020 Subaru Outback. Each offers sporty and efficient performance and comes packed with convenient features. But when you take a closer look, you’ll find there are some significant differences in engine power, fuel efficiency, cargo space, and pricing. Learn more in this CR-V vs. Outback comparison from Mike Whatley Honda.

Outback or CR-V: MSRP

The sticker price is often the first concern for Hammond-area SUV shoppers, and the fact that the Honda CR-V has a starting MSRP that is $1,495 less than the Outback could be a game-changer. Check out the price of the entry-level models of both SUVs below.

• Subaru Outback with CVT: Starts at an MSRP of $26,645
• Honda CR-V LX 2WD with CVT: Starts at an MSRP of $25,150*

Outback or CR-V: MPG & Performance

Prentiss drivers expect a compact SUV to not only provide plenty of get-up-and-go, but also deliver fuel efficiency to help them save at the pump. Compare the CR-V vs. Outback performance specs below.

• Engine: The Honda CR-V LX comes with a standard 2.4L four-cylinder engine that produces 190-hp with 179 lb-ft of torque. The Subaru Outback is equipped with a 2.5L four-cylinder that only makes 182-hp with 176 lb-ft of torque.
• Transmission: With either the Outback or CR-V, you’ll benefit from an responsive and smooth shifting Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT).
• Drivetrain: The Outback comes standard with all-wheel drive. The CR-V gives Brookhaven drivers a choice between 2WD or the available Honda Real-Time AWD™.
• MPG Ratings: The entry-level Outback with CVT has an EPA-estimated 26 mpg city/33 mpg highway, while the CR-V LX with CVT earns a more efficient 28 mpg city/34mpg highway** in EPA estimates.

Outback or CR-V: Interior Dimensions

Both the Honda CR-V and Subaru Outback offer seating for up to five passengers, and each vehicle also features 60/40-split folding rear seats, which allow you to configure the interior to maximize cargo space. The CR-V LX cargo capacity is 75.8 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down. The Outback only provides 75.7 cubic feet of cargo volume with the rear seats folded down. With all the seats in place, the new CR-V in the LX trim offers 39.2 cubic feet of cargo space, while the Subaru Outback provides a less generous 32.5 cubic feet.

Test Drive the Honda CR-V Today at Mike Whatley Honda

It’s clear that the CR-V is more versatile, efficient, and affordable than the Subaru Outback, but the best way to find out if this Honda SUV is right for you is to take it out for a test drive. At Mike Whatley Honda, our friendly and knowledgeable sales team is happy to fill you in on the differences between the CR-V trims, and our rotating new vehicle specials can make this already affordably priced SUV even more budget-friendly. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions. If you’d like to continue your research check out our 2021 CR-V vs. Nissan Rogue comparison.