 
Standard Features on both cars:
Dimensions are similar:
- Rear vision camera
- Bluetooth phone connectivity
- Steering wheel audio controls
- Power windows, locks, mirrors
- 3 year, 36,000 mile comprehensive warranty; 5/60 powertrain
- 1,500 pound towing capacity
- Vehicle stability control to avoid skids;
- Brake override system;
- Anti-lock brakes with brake assist;
- Learn all about how these safety features work.
Dimensions are similar:
- CR-V is two inches wider.
- Forester is one inches longer.
- Forester is two inches taller.
| Differences | CR-V EX AWD (with Honda Sensing) | Forester Premium with Eyesight |
All Wheel Drive System Forester was built from the ground up with all wheel drive; Honda started with a front driver and bolted some extra hardware later. More sophisticated Subaru system responds more quickly to a loss of traction. |  All wheel drive optional. |  |
Ground clearance Subaru engineers keep mass low for good handling, but clearance high for better performance in the snow and off road. |  8.2 inches |  8.7 inches |
Cargo Space CR-V has a little more volume. However, Forester is about two inches taller so it's better for big pets. Dog costs extra. Meet Blue, our Greeter. |  39 cubic feet (seats up) |  76 cubic feet (seats down) 35 cubic feet (seats up) |
Passenger Volume Both are surprisingly roomy for people. |  |  |
Standard Engine Turbo mill in the Honda performs well for a small engine but generates a lot of noise working so hard to move the Honda's weight around. |  1.5 liter turbocharged in-line four cylinder with 190 horsepower |  2.5 liter four cylinder Boxer engine with 182 horsepower |
Fuel Economy | Continuously variable auto transmission AWD: 27 city, 33 hwy | Lineartronic continuously variable auto transmission AWD: 26 city, 33 hwy |
Outward Visibility Forester boasts wider, taller rear windows. Forester's extra front partition window expands front visibility, especially for shorter drivers. Forester was ranked first among all cars in outward visibility. |   |   |
Power Moonroof Forester has larger panoramic moonroof that is shaped like a square, where CR-V has a narrower roof shaped like a rectangle. |  |  |
Purchase and Ownership Experience You can buy a new Subaru at Planet, but not a new Honda. |  |  |
Price Forester is a little less expensive, and includes standard luxury features such as a panoramic moonroof. | $28,995 | $28,405 Forester models and prices |
| Optional Driver-Assistive Technologies Both offer their own versions of pre-collision warning and braking, adaptive cruise control, and lane departure warning. The safety suites also include additional features. |  Honda Sensing |  |
Safety Tests CR-V has six airbags, Forester, seven. Click links for test results. |  CR-V test results |  Forester test results |
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