The Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 are two of the most popular SUVs on sale today. With their spacious cabins, large cargo holds, and the elevated ride height SUV shoppers love, each makes a strong case for itself as a family-friendly people mover with room for five on board. But if their prices seem out of reach, know that Honda and Toyota offer smaller, less expensive alternatives: the Honda HR-V and the Toyota Corolla Cross.
These two subcompact SUVs are affordable, feature standard smartphone connectivity, and have available all-wheel drive. Their smaller size means they’re easy to maneuver, while their fuel-sipping engines make them gentle on a fuel budget. The 2023 HR-V is completely redesigned and boasts more cabin space, cargo volume, and added horsepower than before. Toyota’s Corolla Cross is entering its second year of production for 2023 and boasts a long roster of standard safety features, along with a newly standard 8-inch touchscreen. Which one is the better buy? Edmunds’ car experts compare them to find out.
