2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid vs. 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross Review

Picture of the 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid

2026 Honda
CR-V Hybrid

MSRP*: $35,630 to $42,250
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Picture of the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross

2025 Toyota
Corolla Cross

MSRP*: $24,135 to $29,660
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MPG - City 38 - 43 MPG 29 - 31 MPG
MPG - Hwy 33 - 36 MPG 31 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 71.8 - 76.5 ft3 44.0 - 46.9 ft3
Engine
  • 204-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 169-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 204 hp 169 hp
Towing Capacity 1,000 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 184.8 in 176.1 in
Exterior Width 73.5 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 41.0 in
Front 42.9 in
Rear 32.0 in
Head Room Front 38.2 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 38.6 in
Rear 39.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda CR-V Hybrid than in the Toyota Corolla Cross. The Toyota Corolla Cross will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Honda CR-V Hybrid.

Convenience
The Honda CR-V Hybrid requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Toyota Corolla Cross, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Honda CR-V Hybrid will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Toyota Corolla Cross, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Honda CR-V Hybrid is much wider than the Toyota Corolla Cross, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Honda CR-V Hybrid, which is slightly longer than the Toyota Corolla Cross.

Handling
The Honda CR-V Hybrid has a larger turning radius than the Toyota Corolla Cross, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota Corolla Cross is clearly the choice over the Honda CR-V Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. The Honda CR-V Hybrid has a little more horsepower than the Toyota Corolla Cross.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Honda CR-V Hybrid doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Toyota Corolla Cross.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Honda CR-V Hybrid and the Toyota Corolla Cross. With the Honda CR-V Hybrid, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Toyota Corolla Cross.