Head-to-head
2027 Honda CR-V vs 2027 Subaru Outback
The Honda CR-V wins clearly, 100 to 86.2, on fuel & range.
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2027 Honda CR-V
The 2027 Honda CR-V is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas compact SUV with 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the CR-V FWD, is EPA-rated …
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A*2027 Subaru Outback
The 2027 Subaru Outback is sold in the U.S. as a gas compact SUV with 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Outback AWD, is EPA-rated at 2…
Verdict · default weights
2027 Honda CR-V
Clear winThe Honda CR-V wins clearly, 100 to 86.2, on fuel & range.
Fuel & range 2027 Honda CR-V leads by 32.2
| Category · weight | 2027 Subaru Outbackoverall 86.2 | 2027 Honda CR-Voverall 100 | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 67.8 | 100 | |||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 100 | 100 | |||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||
| Space & cargonot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Performancenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Overall | 86.2 | 100 | |||||||||
Safety-only comparison · 2 of 7 categories compared · specs not available for Subaru Outback
Subaru Outback: safety only (EPA and NHTSA record; specs not available) · Honda CR-V: base trim LX FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2027 Honda CR-V wins
- It is rated 40 combined against 27 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $800 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,700 against $2,500).
What they share
- A Safety Signal of 100.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
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Specifications side by side
45 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Subaru Outback | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | — | 4 |
| Engine displacement | — | 1,498 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | — | In-Line 4-Cylinder with Turbocharger |
| Fuel injection system | — | gdi mpi |
| Valve configuration | — | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | — | 190 hp |
| Torque | — | 179 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 28 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | — | 30 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 33 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | — | 5.640 |
| Transmission type | — | cvt |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 7.8 in |
| Overall height | — | 66.2 in |
| Overall length | — | 185 in |
| Overall width | — | 73.5 in |
| Wheelbase | — | 106 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | — | 39.3 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | — | 39.3 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | — | 106 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | — | 40 in |
| Second-row headroom | — | 38.2 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | — | 41.3 in |
| Second-row legroom | — | 41 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | — | 3,472 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | — | 3,472 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | — | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension type | — | Multi-Link |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | — | Dual Pinion Assist Electric Power Steering (EPS) |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | — | 37.3 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | — | 312 mm |
| Front brake type | — | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | — | Electronic |
| Rear brake diameter | — | 310 mm |
| Rear brake type | — | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | — | 17 in |
| Wheel material | — | steel |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | — | 235/65R17 104H |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | — | 14 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | HondaLink |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | — | 57.9 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | — | 55.9 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
123 features · differences first, then sharedSafety25 differ · 25 listed
| Feature | Subaru Outback | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Warning (FCW) | — | std |
| Driver & Passenger i-SRS Airbag System | — | std |
| Front i-side Airbag System | — | std |
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | — | std |
| Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) | — | std |
| Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines | — | std |
| Side Curtain Airbag System | — | std |
| Hill Descent Control | — | std |
| Rear i-side Airbag System | — | std |
| Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow | — | std |
| Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure | — | std |
| Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | — | std |
| Auto High Beam Headlights | — | std |
| Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) | — | std |
| Driver & Passenger Knee Airbag System | — | std |
| Hill Start Assist | — | std |
| Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row Outboard), Tether Anchors (2nd-Row All) | — | std |
| Post Collision Braking System | — | std |
| Rear Seat Reminder (RSR) | — | std |
| Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM) | — | std |
| Seat Belt Reminder for all Seating Positions | — | std |
| Traffic Jam Assist (Traffic Jam Driving Support Function) | — | std |
| Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) | — | std |
| Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®) with Brake-Traction Control System | — | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | — | std |
Infotainment9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Subaru Outback | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 160-Watt Audio System with 4 Speakers | — | std |
| 7-Inch TFT Meter Display | — | std |
| 9-inch Color Touchscreen | — | std |
| Bluetooth® Streaming Audio | — | std |
| Hondalink | — | std |
| USB-C 3.0A Smartphone / Audio Interface (x1) - Front Seats | — | std |
| Wireless Android Auto™ Compatibility | — | std |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® Compatibility | — | std |
| Wireless Charging Pad (Qi) | — | std |
Convenience8 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Subaru Outback | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Push Button Start | — | std |
| 12-Volt Power Outlet (Cargo) | — | std |
| 12-Volt Power Outlet (Front) | — | std |
| Cruise Control | — | std |
| Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Automatic Brake Hold | — | std |
| Honda Maintenance Program 1yr / 12k miles | — | std |
| One-Touch Turn Indicators | — | std |
| Power Windows with Auto Up/Down Driver | — | std |
Climate2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Subaru Outback | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning with Air-Filtration System | — | std |
| Humidity Sensor | — | std |
Seating4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Subaru Outback | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 5-Person Seating Capacity | — | std |
| 60/40 Split Fold-Down Rear Seatback | — | std |
| Driver's Seat with Manual Height Adjustment | — | std |
| Passenger Seat with Manual Height Adjustment | — | std |
Interior10 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Subaru Outback | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation™ (ANC) | — | std |
| EPA Passenger Volume (cu ft.) | — | std |
| Headroom (in.) (first row / second row) | — | std |
| Hiproom (in.) (first row / second row) | — | std |
| LED Front & Rear Map Lights | — | std |
| Legroom (in.) (first row / second row) | — | std |
| Shoulder Room (in.) (first row / second row) | — | std |
| Sunglass Holder | — | std |
| Sunvisor Vanity (Driver & Passenger) | — | std |
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column | — | std |
Exterior28 differ · 28 listed
| Feature | Subaru Outback | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| All-Season Tires | — | std |
| Approach / Departure Angles (deg.) (2WD) | — | std |
| Approach / Departure Angles (deg.) (AWD) | — | std |
| Auto-On/Off Headlight Operation | — | std |
| Capless Fuel Filler | — | std |
| Curb Weight (lbs.) [2WD] | — | std |
| Curb Weight (lbs.) [AWD] | — | std |
| Ground Clearance (in.) (unladen) [2WD/AWD] | — | std |
| Halogen Rear Turn Indicators | — | std |
| Height (in.) (2WD) | — | std |
| Height (in.) (AWD) | — | std |
| LED Daytime Running Light (DRL) | — | std |
| LED Front Turn Indicators | — | std |
| LED Headlights & Taillights | — | std |
| LED Side Mirror Turn Indicator | — | std |
| Length (in.) | — | std |
| Power Side Mirrors | — | std |
| Privacy Glass | — | std |
| Push-to-Release Fuel Filler Door | — | std |
| Smart Clear Windshield Wipers | — | std |
| Track (in.) (front/rear) [2WD] | — | std |
| Track (in.) (front/rear) [AWD] | — | std |
| Weight Distribution (%) (front/rear) [2WD] | — | std |
| Weight Distribution (%) (front/rear) [AWD] | — | std |
| Wheelbase (in.) | — | std |
| Wheels | — | std |
| Width (in.) | — | std |
| Compact Spare Tire | — | std |
Powertrain23 differ · 23 listed
| Feature | Subaru Outback | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Real-Time AWD with Intelligent Control System™ | — | opt |
| Front-Wheel Drive | — | std |
| Bore and Stroke (mm) | — | std |
| CARB Emissions Rating | — | std |
| Compression Ratio | — | std |
| Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | — | std |
| Direct Fuel Injection | — | std |
| Displacement (cc) | — | std |
| Dynamic Drive Modes | — | std |
| Engine Type - In-Line 4-Cylinder with Turbocharger / Atkinson In-Line 4-cylinder | — | std |
| EPA Fuel Economy Ratings* (City/Hwy/Combined) (2WD) | — | std |
| EPA Fuel Economy Ratings* (City/Hwy/Combined) (AWD) | — | std |
| Final Drive | — | std |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (U.S. gal) | — | std |
| Horsepower (SAE net @ rpm) | — | std |
| Idle-Stop | — | std |
| Ratio Range | — | std |
| Recommended Fuel | — | std |
| Redline (rpm) | — | std |
| Reverse | — | std |
| Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm) - Engine | — | std |
| Tune-up Interval | — | std |
| Valvetrain | — | std |
Chassis11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Subaru Outback | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Agile Handling Assist | — | std |
| Dual Pinion Assist Electric Power Steering (EPS) | — | std |
| MacPherson Strut Front Suspension | — | std |
| Multi-Link Rear Suspension | — | std |
| Stabilizer Bar (mm) (front/rear) (2WD) | — | std |
| Stabilizer Bar (mm) (front/rear) (AWD) | — | std |
| Steering Ratio (2WD) | — | std |
| Steering Ratio (AWD) | — | std |
| Steering Wheel Turns, Lock-to-Lock | — | std |
| Turning Diameter, Curb to Curb (ft.) | — | std |
| Ventilated Front Disc/Solid Rear Disc Brakes (in.) | — | std |
Cargo3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Subaru Outback | Honda CR-VLX FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo Volume (cu ft.) - Behind First Row, Standard/Max | — | std |
| Cargo Volume (cu ft.) - Behind Second Row | — | std |
| Towing Capacity (lbs.) | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
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Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPSubaru Outback
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints —
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Honda CR-V
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints —
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Subaru Outback | Honda CR-VLX FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | — (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — | — 12 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Outback AWD | CR-V FWD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 27 | 40 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2,500 | $1,700 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2027 Subaru Outback or the 2027 Honda CR-V?
The Honda CR-V wins clearly, 100 to 86.2, on fuel & range. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2027 Honda CR-V scores 100 and the 2027 Subaru Outback 86.2. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2027 Subaru Outback or the 2027 Honda CR-V?
2027 Subaru Outback: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. 2027 Honda CR-V: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2027 Subaru Outback and the 2027 Honda CR-V?
Where the 2027 Honda CR-V wins: it is rated 40 combined against 27 (EPA mpg or MPGe) and costs $800 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,700 against $2,500). What they share: a Safety Signal of 100.