Buick Encore vs Honda CR-V Hybrid
Overview | |
Years produced2013-2023 | Years produced2020-Present |
MSRP$24,600 | MSRP$35,630 |
Listings313 | Listings719 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryCompetition amongst small crossover SUVs is fierce. The 2026 Honda CR-V faces off against the Toyota RAV4, Subaru Forester, Hyundai Tucson, and roughly a dozen other strong-selling compact SUVs from nearly every automaker. And, on balance, the Honda CR-V has handled the competition well. With over 400,000 units sold in 2024–more than half of which were CR-V Hybrids–Honda has plenty to feel good about with the CR-V. But while the CR-V has been thriving, Honda has been finding success with another name, too: TrailSport. This year, the two success stories finally met. Verdict: The CR-V is one of the best compact crossovers on the market, and the hybrid powertrain only makes it better. If adventure and off-road driving are truly in the cards for you, however, the CR-V TrailSport may not be the right choice. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.4L 155 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 204 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower155 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower204 hp @ 6100 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.06 kWh |
MPG City24 | MPG City43 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway36 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.4L 155 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 204 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque177 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower155 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower204 hp @ 6100 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.06 kWh |
MPG City24 | MPG City43 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway36 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.8 cu ft | Cargo Space36.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3195 lbs | Curb Weight3752 lbs |
Height65.2 in | Height66.2 in |
Length168.4 in | Length184.8 in |
Width70.1 in | Width73.5 in |
Wheelbase100.6 in | Wheelbase106.3 in |
Maximum Payload1018 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2013-2023 | 2020-Present |
MSRP | $24,600 | $35,630 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Competition amongst small crossover SUVs is fierce. The 2026 Honda CR-V faces off against the Toyota RAV4, Subaru Forester, Hyundai Tucson, and roughly a dozen other strong-selling compact SUVs from nearly every automaker. And, on balance, the Honda CR-V has handled the competition well. With over 400,000 units sold in 2024–more than half of which were CR-V Hybrids–Honda has plenty to feel good about with the CR-V. But while the CR-V has been thriving, Honda has been finding success with another name, too: TrailSport. This year, the two success stories finally met. Verdict: The CR-V is one of the best compact crossovers on the market, and the hybrid powertrain only makes it better. If adventure and off-road driving are truly in the cards for you, however, the CR-V TrailSport may not be the right choice. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.4L 155 hp I4 | 2.0L 204 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 155 hp @ 5600 rpm | 204 hp @ 6100 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.06 kWh | |
MPG City | 24 | 43 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 36 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.4L 155 hp I4 | 2.0L 204 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 177 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 155 hp @ 5600 rpm | 204 hp @ 6100 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.06 kWh | |
MPG City | 24 | 43 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 36 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.8 cu ft | 36.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3195 lbs | 3752 lbs |
Height | 65.2 in | 66.2 in |
Length | 168.4 in | 184.8 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 73.5 in |
Wheelbase | 100.6 in | 106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1018 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | |
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