Subaru Forester e-Boxer vs Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD 8.0 s Runner-up: 8.6 s
Power winner Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD 204 hp Runner-up: 196 hp
Cargo winner Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD 587 L Runner-up: 508 L
Price winner Subaru Forester e-Boxer $33,995 Runner-up: $38,600

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer against the 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 8.0 seconds, compared with 8.6 seconds for 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer. 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD has the higher listed output at 204 hp; 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer is rated at 196 hp, a difference of 8 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD at 335 Nm and 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer at 252 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD has the lower recorded consumption at 6.7 L/100km; 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer is listed at 7.0 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 587 litres versus 508 litres, a difference of 79 litres. 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer carries the higher towing rating at 1,500 kg, while 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD is listed at 750 kg. 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD is 48 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer has the lower listed starting price at $33,995, compared with $38,600 for 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD. 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Subaru Forester e-Boxer2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD2025
Performance
0-100 km/h8.6 s8.0 s
Top Speed188 km/h185 km/h
Power196 hp204 hp
Torque252 Nm335 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank63 L53 L
Efficiency7 L/100km6.7 L/100km
CO2 Emissions159 g/km153 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,655 mm4,703 mm
Ground Clearance220 mm198 mm
Cargo508 L587 L
Curb Weight1,660 kg1,780 kg
Towing1,500 kg750 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.8 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$33,995$38,600

Subaru Forester e-Boxer vs Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD?

2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 8.0 seconds, versus 8.6 seconds for 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD?

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer has the higher listed top speed at 188 km/h (117 mph), compared with 185 km/h (115 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD?

2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD has more power at 204 hp, a 8 hp advantage over 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD?

2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD has more listed cargo space at 587 litres (20.7 cu ft), versus 508 litres (17.9 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD?

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,500 kg (3,307 lb), compared with 750 kg (1,653 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD?

2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD is heavier at 1,780 kg (3,924 lb), while 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer is listed at 1,660 kg (3,660 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD?

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $33,995 USD, compared with $38,600 USD for 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer or the 2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD?

2025 Honda CR-V Sport-L Hybrid AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.