2021 Honda CR-V vs 2021 BMW X5
Overview | |
MSRP$59,400 | MSRP$25,350 |
Average price$55,172 | Average price$30,714 |
Listings104 | Listings393 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
2021 BMW X5 Reviews SummaryThe BMW X5 was fully redesigned for the 2019 model year. In 2020, high-performance models were added to the mix and for 2021, the SUV’s second-generation plug-in hybrid variant joins the family. All feature similar body design and utility, including a large cargo area. | |
2021 Honda CR-V Reviews SummaryEven in a grim year, Honda is selling a staggering number of CR-Vs. The CR-V is the best-selling Honda in Canada, edging out the home-built Honda Civic. The CR-V is also the second best-selling compact SUV, just behind the Toyota RAV4. And it was the sixth best-selling vehicle in Canada in 2021. So, it’s hard to argue against the CR-V formula. Honda’s been at this almost as long as crossovers have been a thing, launching the CR-V in 1997—a year after the RAV4 debuted. The funny thing is, aside from sales volume, there’s only one thing the CR-V particularly excels at. Aesthetics are subjective, but it would be hard to argue the CR-V is the best-looking vehicle in its class. It’s not the cheapest. It’s not the best equipped, especially at the middle to lower trim levels. It’s not the fastest, nor is it the quietest, or the most fuel efficient. It’s not even the most reliable, showing up nowhere in J.D. Power's Most Reliable list. So, what makes it so appealing to Canadian consumers? Let’s see if we can figure that out. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 335 hp I6 | Engine1.5L 190 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower190 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 335 hp I6 | Engine Name1.5L 190 hp I4 |
Torque330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque179 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower190 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space33.9 cu ft | Cargo Space39.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight4828 lbs | Curb Weight3337 lbs |
Height68.7 in | Height66.1 in |
Length194.3 in | Length182.1 in |
Width87.3 in | Width73.0 in |
Wheelbase117.1 in | Wheelbase104.8 in |
Maximum Payload974 lbs | Maximum Payload1358 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7209 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $59,400 | $25,350 |
Average price | $55,172 | $30,714 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | The BMW X5 was fully redesigned for the 2019 model year. In 2020, high-performance models were added to the mix and for 2021, the SUV’s second-generation plug-in hybrid variant joins the family. All feature similar body design and utility, including a large cargo area. | Even in a grim year, Honda is selling a staggering number of CR-Vs. The CR-V is the best-selling Honda in Canada, edging out the home-built Honda Civic. The CR-V is also the second best-selling compact SUV, just behind the Toyota RAV4. And it was the sixth best-selling vehicle in Canada in 2021. So, it’s hard to argue against the CR-V formula. Honda’s been at this almost as long as crossovers have been a thing, launching the CR-V in 1997—a year after the RAV4 debuted. The funny thing is, aside from sales volume, there’s only one thing the CR-V particularly excels at. Aesthetics are subjective, but it would be hard to argue the CR-V is the best-looking vehicle in its class. It’s not the cheapest. It’s not the best equipped, especially at the middle to lower trim levels. It’s not the fastest, nor is it the quietest, or the most fuel efficient. It’s not even the most reliable, showing up nowhere in J.D. Power's Most Reliable list. So, what makes it so appealing to Canadian consumers? Let’s see if we can figure that out. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 335 hp I6 | 1.5L 190 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm | 190 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City | 21 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 335 hp I6 | 1.5L 190 hp I4 |
Torque | 330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | 179 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm | 190 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 33.9 cu ft | 39.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4828 lbs | 3337 lbs |
Height | 68.7 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 194.3 in | 182.1 in |
Width | 87.3 in | 73.0 in |
Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 104.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 974 lbs | 1358 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7209 lbs | 1500 lbs |
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