2022 Subaru Crosstrek vs. 2022 Honda HR-V
When shopping for a subcompact SUV on the market, you have various options. These include the 2022 Honda HR-V and the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek, both of which are excellent choices in this category. Let’s look at their benefits and downsides to choose the perfect car for your needs.
Design & Style
The interior of the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek is roomy, with adequate headroom in the front and rear and a load capacity that extends from 20.8 to 55.3 cubic feet with the rear seat folded. The seats are comfortable, and vision is superb all around. The inside materials are of great quality, and the dashboard is basic and uncomplicated. Water-repellent upholstery is standard on the Sport model.
Despite its size, the Honda HR-V is fairly spacious, thanks in part to Honda’s decision to position the gasoline tank behind the front seats. There’s plenty of room in the rear for two people, as well as good cargo space. However, it does not have as much front legroom as the Crosstrek (41.2 vs. 43.1 inches), which can be a drawback for taller individuals.
Technology & Safety
The Subaru Crosstrek comes standard with a 6.5-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as automatic temperature control. A blind-spot monitor, a more advanced all-wheel-drive system, a sunroof, power driver’s seat, an 8-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, as well as leather upholstery are standard on higher trim levels. The Crosstrek has good driving characteristics, with a smooth and controlled ride. Its standard all-wheel drive makes it suitable for all weather conditions, and its 8.7 inches of ground clearance makes it suitable for snow and muddy roads.
One area where the HR-V falls short is in the standard equipment inside the base LX trim. This would include power windows, air conditioning, a 5-inch touchscreen, as well as Bluetooth.
Performance
The base 2.0-liter flat-4 engine that powers the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek offers the best possible mix of performance and efficiency. It has a higher 152 horsepower and gets up to 29 miles per gallon, holding a stronger and more powerful engine than the Honda HR-V’s 1.8-liter I4 engine, which only gets 141 horsepower. If you want, the Crosstrek is available with an optional upgrade engine as well as a plug-in hybrid type, increasing its adaptability.
The Bottom Line
If you see yourself going off-road on a regular basis, the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek makes perfect sense. Its base engine is more powerful than the Honda HR- V’s, plus the 2.5-liter upgraded engine in addition to the plug-in hybrid gives it much-needed pep. If you want a high performance vehicle, the Crosstrek is the one for you.
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At Competition Subaru, we offer a wide variety of Subaru models for you to choose from, including the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek and we are more than happy to arrange for a test drive so that you can experience the stellar features of this vehicle. Call us today to make an appointment or simply pay us a visit at our showroom today!