Hyundai Tucson vs Honda CR-V

TUCSON

Base trim: $26,900 

Pictured: N Line in Quartz White ($400). MSRP of 2022 model as as tested $34,070.

CR-V

Base trim: $28,410.

Pictured: Sport Touring AWD Hybrid in Canyon Blue Metallic.  Starting MSRP $39,100.

TUCSON

The Hyundai Tucson is a roomy and enjoyable two-row SUV with a nice ride and drive.  It offers a comfortable cabin,  great cargo space, terrific advanced driver safety technology and 2023 sees the expanded availability of some features.

Horsepower is OK given its size but we'd still love a more powerful gas-only engine option.  (The Tucson lineup does offer hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants with more power.)

The Tucson isn't geared for off-roading performance. But an N Line trim gives it a sporty vibe.

All in all, the 2023 Tucson is a great value for all the technology, safety, comfort and convenience features it offers.

CR-V

The 2023 Honda CR-V underwent an impressive redesign with a more rugged exterior, enhanced driving dynamics, a new hybrid powertrain and an upscale interior (particularly in the Sport Touring hybrid model. We loved its comfy seats!)  Technology however still lags a bit behind the competition.

During our test drive with the CR-V Sport Touring hybrid we were impressed by it's improved and more engaging driving dynamics. This compact SUV offers a comfortable interior with spacious seating and ample cargo capacity, making it a practical and fuel efficient choice.

A new driver coaching Apple CarPlay app also makes the CR-V a great choice for teens.

TUCSON

For 2023, the Tucson is largely a carryover model that sees the expanded availability of some features. Some grades swap cloth for H-Tex seating surfaces.

A 10.25” color touchscreen with onboard Navigation & Traffic flow expands availability as does Dynamic Voice Recognition.

2023 brings more standard safety features, too.  Smart Cruise Control with Stop/Go, Intelligent Speed Limit Assist, FCA with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction Turning  Detection (sensor fusion-type) are now standard across the lineup.

CR-V

The CR-V enters its 6th-generation with a new advanced hybrid powertrain, more capability and space. Honda says every 2023 CR-V benefits from extensive improvements to the body, chassis and powertrain, safety technology, and overall driving refinement.

CR-V Sport and Sport Touring feature a standard fourth-generation hybrid system. With 247 lb.-ft of torque they are the most powerful CR-Vs ever.   Updated available all-wheel drive is quieter.

Notable safety updates include new driver and passenger airbags first introduced on the new Civic. Rear Seatbelt Reminder and Rear Seat Reminder are also new standard additions to the CR-V. CR-V also now features a Driver Attention Monitor.

Additionally, the CR-V now includes a Hill Descent Control system, improving its off-road capability.   

TUCSON

• Has the edge when it comes to multimedia technology
• Slightly roomier  
• Offers more towing capability
• Better warranty

CR-V

• Slightly more powerful
• More fuel efficient
• Refined yet engaging ride and drive

TUCSON

• Not as powerful  
• Not as fuel efficient   

CR-V

• Multimedia technology isn't as great
• Can't tow as much 

TUCSON

CR-V

28 (FWD)/25 (AWD) - Gas only

30 (FWD)/29 (AWD) - Gas only

25 (FWD)/ 23 (AWD) - Gas Only

28 (2WD)/27 (AWD) - Gas only

 32 (FWD)/28 (AWD)

34 (2WD)/32 (AWD)- Gas Only

TUCSON

CR-V

• 4.2” Multi-Information Display or 10.25” Digital instrument cluster
• 8” color touchscreen Display Audio w/ 6-speakers (SE)
• 8” color touchscreen Display Audio: Adds SiriusXM, VR & Bluelink (SEL)
• Android AutoTM & Apple CarPlay (Wireless with 8” Display Audio)
• 10.25” color touchscreen with onboard Navigation & Traffic flow including incident data via HD Radio  (XRT, N Line, Limited)
• 6-speaker or 8-speaker BOSE Premium Audio System (N Line, Limited)
• Rearview camera with dynamic parking guidelines, standard
• Remote Smart Parking Assist (Limited)

• 9" multimedia touchscreen is standard on EX-L and Sport Touring Hybrid  with non-wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, HD Radio, Sirius XM and Bluetooth.  
  
• 7-inch TFT Meter Display
• Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
• Sport Touring Hybrid features 12-speaker Bose Sound. (Other trims are equipped with 4-, in 6-, or 8-speakers systems.)
• Honda Satellite-linked Navigation System with Voice Recognition and Honda HD Digital Traffic and Honda Link Subscription Service (Only on the Sport Touring Hybrid.)

• Front dual USB ports (Standard)
• Second row Dual USB ports (XRT, N Line, Limited)
• 2 12-volts (front/cargo)

• Wireless charging on EX-L and Sport Touring Hybrid trims.
• 1 USB-A and Three USB-C charging ports on EX-L and Sport Touring.
• WiFi Hotspot capability on Sport Touring Hybrid only.
• 2 12-volt power outlets (front and cargo area)

TUCSON

CR-V

Standard ADAS:

• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction Turning Detection (sensor fusion-type) 
• Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist
• Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
• Lane Keeping Assist 
• Lane Following Assist
• Driver Attention Warning 
• Intelligent Speed Limit Assist
• Safe Exit Warning
• Rear Occupant Alert Or Ultrasonic Rear Occupant Alert

Limited Trim:

• Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist – Reverse  (Limited)
• Parking Distance Warning – Front & Rear (Limited)
• Surround View Monitor (Limited)
• Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control with Curve Control (Limited)
• Blind-Spot View Monitor (Limited)
• Highway Driving Assist (Limited)

• Honda Sensing Safety suite of driver assistance tech that includes Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™), Road Departure Mitigation System* (RDM), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow, Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Traffic Jam Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR)
• Rear Seat Reminder (RSR) 
• Available Blind Spot Information System and Rear Cross Traffic (standard on Sport Touring Hybrid)
• Low-Speed Braking Control (standard on EX-L and Sport Touring Hybrid)
• Available Front and Rear Parking Sensors (on Sport Touring Hybrid only)
  
  

• 3-point/ELR Outboard seatbelts/inboard seatbelt (rear)
• Adjustable front-seats shoulder belt anchors
• Front seatbelt pretensioners and load limiters
• AirBags (advanced)- Driver (1)-Front passenger (1) -Occupant Classification System (OCS) Seat weight sensor and seat track sensor- Driver and front passenger side-impact FR (Thorax) (2)- Side air curtains (front and rear passengers) with rollover sensors (2)
• LATCH Lower Anchors and Upper Tether Anchors
• Power window lock-out button
• Child safety locks (rear)
• Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with 4-wheel disc brakes
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control (TCS) and Brake Assist.
• Vehicle Stability Management

• 3-Point Seat Belts at all Seating Positions
• Front and Outboard Rear 3-Point Seat Belts with Automatic Tensioning System
• Seat-Belt Reminder for all Seating Positions
• Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row All), Tether Anchors (2nd-Row All)
• Child-Proof Rear Door Locks
• Driver's and Front Passenger's Advanced Front Airbags (SRS)
• Driver's and Front Passenger's Knee and Side Airbags (SRS)
• Rear Outboard Passengers' Side Airbags
• Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control
• Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor
• Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
• Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist
  
• Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) -(Standard on EX-L and Sport Touring Hybrid)
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TUCSON

CR-V

182.3"

184.8"

73.4"

73.5"

65.6 (FWD), 66.3 (AWD) w/roof rails

66.5" w/AWD

204-horsepower (hybrid), 190-horsepower gas-only

  247 pound-feet

14

3,664 (N Line AWD)

 3,926 (Sport Touring AWD Hybrid) 

2,000 with trailer brakes

1,000