Drivers looking for an engaging small crossover are looking for competitive fuel economy, interior and exterior style, and practicality. This can be a hard combination to find, but we think that the two models in this 2019 Honda HR-V vs 2019 Toyota C-HR comparison do a good job offering busy commuters and individuals all the right features. But which is better? That may depend on the needs of an individual driver.
While both models have seating for five passengers, the 2019 Honda HR-V offers significantly larger dimensions when it comes to cargo space. Two-wheel drive models offer up to 58.8 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seat folded down, while the 2019 Toyota C-HR tops out at just 36.4 cubic feet of cargo space. The Honda also has a 60/40 split second-row Magic Seat® which can fold in multiple directions to fit different luggage and cargo needs.
2019 Honda HR-V LX |
vs |
2019 Toyota C-HR LE |
$20,520* | Starting MSRP | $20,945 |
Available | All-Wheel Drive | N/A |
28/34 mpg** | City/Highway Mileage (4x2 Drive) | 27/31 mpg |
58.8 cubic feet | Max. Cargo Space | 36.4 cubic feet |
Even though the Honda crossover offers the most interior space in this 2019 Honda HR-V vs 2019 Toyota C-HR comparison, it also delivers competitive pricing and mileage. While the base 2019 Honda HR-V and 2019 Toyota C-HR LE models have very comparable price points, the Honda offers more space and slightly better fuel economy for both city and highway driving.
The 2019 Honda HR-V comes with a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine rated for 141 horsepower and 127 pound-feet of torque. This is slightly less engine output than drivers can get on the standard 2.0-liter four-cylinder of the 2019 Toyota C-HR LE (which offers 144 horsepower and 139 pound-feet of torque) but for many drivers the savings they receive when it comes to fuel economy may compensate for the light decrease in power and torque. The Honda HR-V is also the only model in this comparison that offers all-wheel drive. That feature is, moreover, available even on the base LX trim level.
Would you like to learn more about the 2019 Honda HR-V in the Oklahoma City OK area? Contact a representative at Battison Honda today to test drive this model, or get more information about its practical value.
*MSRP excluding tax, license, registration, $995.00 destination charge and options. Dealers set own prices.
**Based on 2019 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.