2024 Subaru Crosstrek VS Toyota Corolla Cross VS Honda HR-V Comparison Review

[@cesargarza1393]

Last year I bought a Corolla Cross hybrid. It rides very smoothly, easy to turn corners, and it has wireless android auto in all trims. I average 46 mpg, instead of the advertised 42 mpg. Overall it's a great utilitarian SUV. If you want to take long road trips with the family, cargo space may not be enough but other than that, I have no complains. EDIT: Today I computed my REAL mpg, by using the actual miles traveled and gallons at the station, and my mpg is actually 48 mpg, very impressive.

[@Steve_in_NJ]

My ONLY concern with CC hybrid is the lack of a spare tire! Luckily for me, I don't do road trips anymore, so probably won't be an issue as my current Hyundai has a spare and I've never needed it (knock on wood).

[@Pghyinzer]

@Steve_in_NJ Me too. Toyota dropped the ball by placing the high voltage cables in the wheel well where the spare tire should go. I actually bought a spare tire for my Corolla Cross Hybrid. Lost some room in the trunk, but I gained piece of mind.​ also the back seat has no leg room if th3 front seats are push all the way back. Other than that the Corolla Cross Hybrid is excellent!

[@mikej238]

Yes mpg is under rated. No surprise with Toyota. My 23 Rav 4 hybrid is at 45 mpg or 5.2l /100kms and I do drive mostly freeway/ highway. Plus tge RV4 h came with an alloy rim spare.

[@flyminion]

​@@Pghyinzer Where did you get your spare tire for the Corolla Cross Hybrid? I've asked a couple of salespeople about it when car shopping, and they just changed the subject and tried to convince me to shop for a RAV4 instead 🙄

[@Pghyinzer]

@@flyminion Ebay

[@iamGermaican]

I went with the Crosstrek because I already own a Subaru. I bought the first Subaru because the people I know that own a Subaru, love it. I was looking at both of these. Ironically, Subaru’s rates are lower than Toyota, despite Subaru in Canada being financed through Toyota? Also, there are some things that reviewers have mentioned or I’ve seen in the comments that I can’t seem to notice when driving my Crosstrek. The Wilderness is a little bit louder than the other models from what I’ve heard. I’ve never had a problem with a lagging screen. In fact, the first thing I said to the dealer during delivery is “what are people talking about, the screen is fine.” I had a Mazda 3 prior to my ‘24 Crosstrek and got used to the screen pretty quick. You can still manually lower and raise temps with the manual buttons on either side of the screen. I’m very happy with my Crosstrek.

[@carmencajayon937]

Our take is: If one liked to drive in the Off-Road and know that the Price of Gasolines = High at the Pump is temporarily then CrossTrek will give one better "High Clearance" 8.7" or 9.3" for Wilderness Version. It is 2025 Model coming of all Small Cross-Over, we only need a Good Vehicle that can drive 10 years Free or Low Cost Maintenance = the Subaru is the one. I have own a Subaru Legacy 1992 Model L and since 1992 until 2006 cost me one set of Tires and Oil Changes = which I did them myself. And Toyoda and or Honda can't be compared with a Subaru with Snow and Terrain Driving. (Or Snow -- We worked in the Oil Patch and Subaru Matched the Quality of RAV4 and Better, and ways cheaper... Only that our Subaru 1992 Model was stolen in May 2023 last year, otherwise the Car was everything Original including Brake-pads... Only Timing Belt and CV-Axels as Boxer Engines tend to worn out CV Axels/ Boots faster than other Brands. The Channel YT by Ryan tested both CrossTrek 2024 and RAV4; and the Winner on Snow Path was Subaru. Cheers,

[@robertmartin3632]

I'm thinking Corolla Cross

[@bjchicoine]

I'm not sure what people are referring to when talking noise, screen lag, or the on and off feature, (which I disengage). We just bought a Crosstrek Wilderness based on recommendations and videos. WE LOVE IT!!!

[@Nomad-376]

@@bjchicoine Just bought a Crosstrek yesterday . Seems really cool and fun..Went with the sport model

[@michaelbrohl1625]

I drove all three when looking for a new vehicle. I ended up with a Corolla Cross hybrid ( i know, the one you tested is not hybrid ). It's not the fanciest of the three, but it's plenty nice for me, and the mileage is way better than the other two.

[@miked8121]

I traded in my 2013 Crosstrek Premium for a 2024 CCH. Not only does it get much better mileage, it is way faster.

[@Debbie-j4p]

I bought my 2024 hrv ex-l Navi in urban gray pearl 2 months ago!! Love the ride, comfortable, lots of safety features, love the leather interior and look, love the look of the exterior nice and classy with the curves, it’s not boxy looking like all of the other suv’s that all look alike, Honda is a reliable and well made vehicle, LOVE MY HONDA!!❤

[@Offensively-normal]

This is like a automotive public service announcement. Paid for with 👍🏻 instead of taxe'$. I found this channel in 22 when shopping. I got one of the recommended. Glad i did. Thanks

[@tchauish]

Hrv or corolla cross for me. Since I want save gas, corolla cross hybrid is my choice. Thank for this review!

[@tomjiunta1580]

I bought a 2023 Toyota corolla cross hybrid after years of subarus and won't go back. This car should last longer than my subarus with no oil burning, and super gas mileage. (Better than the 42 mpg rated.) The car is good quality, solid, quiet, and the sound system (JBL) in the top model is great.

[@conradbo1]

Great comparison video. Thanks a lot.

[@OrdinaryG33K-SF]

I’m not even in the market for a car right now, and I watched this whole video anyway! Great job, man!

[@dtremethick8769]

We recently purchased a 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross L. We love it. It's comfortable, great safety and tech features, and speedy enough for us. LOVE IT!

[@Lee-yn8vx]

Ordered my Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid...can't wait to drive it

[@robwhite6057]

I live in New Zealand and have a H-RV Hybrid. Pity it didn't get to North America. Absolutely brilliant car averaging 4.3l/100ks or 53m/gal. Sport mode does take that up slightly but the fun factor is worth it. The hybrid system is different to the Toyota in that it is built in to the transmission rather than added on and is virtually indestructible

[@segura455]

I purchased a new HRV for 27,000 USD. I was satisfied with the price as it was below 30,000 USD. I decided to buy the car. I have had numerous issues with my previous cars, including a BMW 2013, Mazda 2015, Subaru 2018, and Jeep 2021. In contrast, I have never experienced problems with Honda or Toyota vehicles. While the HRV is not the fastest car and may not be worth over 30,000 USD, it gets me where I need to go and fulfills its purpose.

[@petrbutkarev4548]

I bought a Corolla Cross Hybrid and love it! It’s the best choice in terms of style, comfort, reliability, quality of engine and efficiency and economy of fuel.

[@rapid13]

I've played with the screen in the Subaru. Zero lag. It just works. It is a pain because I am definitely a button and knob person, but there's nothing laggy about the screen at all.

[@Vic-ik1ri]

You can't go wrong with any of them, 3 great vehicles! This video is packed with details and good info. If I had to chose from these vehicles my pick would be the HR-V since I'm neither offroading nor towing. But I still think that the RAV-4 is a better deal, costs a little more but it's worthy.

[@rexonpadre864]

Get the base trim 2025 HR-V

[@danschueller1470]

I really wanted a rav4, for years, but when I went to buy one recently, after saving up for years to pay cash, I found out their recent models beefed up the front end to look like a truck, so I couldn't buy it, and went with a Crosstrek. So frustrating, why would they do this?

[@Laura-ek3im]

​@@rexonpadre864i have the base model HRV LX AWD .... quite happy ... enough features for me

[@rexonpadre864]

@@Laura-ek3im good choice! Just do oil changes more often say 4,000 miles. Engine will last for years.

[@journeymancellist9247]

I’m watching this video as a recent Crosstrek buyer. Just watching for fun. Really enjoy it. My Crosstrek is great. The infotainment screen is ok, the car is quiet, comfortable, and very roomy, the 2.5 four is plenty powerful, gas mileage is great, I cruise at 70-90 on the major highway( but so is everyone else, so that’s ok). The trunk light is stupidly placed. It comes on and immediately blinds you. Anyplace else would have been better. The wireless phone charger is so slow I’m using a charging cord. The glove box is very small, almost totally filled by the owners manual, which is written in Sanskrit, for all the clarity it offers. Should have rear AC Vents. One of the rear seatbelts is very awkwardly placed. This is a great car, and I’m content with my choice

[@davidbarnum]

Press the button on the charger three times rapidly and I think it switches to fast wireless charging. Let me know how that works out for you plz!

[@btzemat210]

The AWD subaru crosstrek 👍. Once you go AWD (all wheel drive). I can't go back to two wheel drive. Very safe in wet weather.

[@bjchicoine]

Interesting. First, he failed to mention that the Crosstrek's start-stop feature can very easily be disengaged, (like with many new vehicles). Also, I did some comparison shopping and the Subaru Crosstrek was the best in snow and bad weather, mostly because of the full-time symmetrical all-wheel drive, and partly because of the trail-rated stock tires. I specifically watched a video that compared the Crosstrek to the Corolla Cross in the snow, and the Crosstrek was much better because Subaru has full-time AWD, not FWD to AWD if conditions. I watched another video with Crosstrek vs. H-RV, and again the Crosstrek won. It really is what the buyer is looking for. We were looking for good in snow, safe, and reliable. After many recommendations from owners and mechanics, (and of course videos), we picked the Crosstrek. Do your research before buying anything, especially hybrid vehicles. I know that EV's and Hybrids make us feel responsible, but talk to owners and mechanics, and of course watch videos, especially if you live in a cold weather area, as I do. *Full Disclosure in case it wasn't obvious, but we are proud owners of a 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness.

[@allanpontiere6177]

Absolutely the best reviews!! Saw all three at the car show. Without driving one the Honda HRV was my absolute favorite. The interior is much more classy, upscale and much roomier than all 3. The Toyota has a very cramped and closed in feeling. It also seemed a little cheap inside. The Subaru interior to me was the worst. That huge screen is God awful ugly!! The Honda HRV sport I think is the sweet spot. I have been told that the EXL leather seats are not very comfortable especially on longer trips. It also looks beefier with the 18” wheels. The EXL wheels look like low budget rental car. If Honda would just get rid of the CVT and replace it with a 6 speed auto, it would last 300,000 miles or more!! Time to test drive but good luck finding a Toyota!! Once again great reviews !

[@luckyguy600]

My 'lady friend' has an HRV and it is built really well. I checked it from front to back and all under it for issues that might crop up for her. Built like a small bulldog. Fit finish perfect on hers. No issues at all. If I hadn't wanted my Toyota Cross with the M20A engine in it, I would have bought an HRV

[@johnkonde1975]

HRV is too slow. According to TheTopher, HRV does zero to 60 in almost 13 seconds. That’s as slow as a Mirage!

[@allanpontiere6177]

WOW. 13 seconds😲. Maybe I won’t test drive one. I have been Hearing anywhere from 8.5 to pushing 10 seconds averaging the 9.5. 13 is downright dangerous !!

[@KatarinaP-u6r]

@@johnkonde1975 That is nonsense you are all over every single HRV review that I am watching ripping this vehicle with false statements. It is 8.9-9.3 for 0-60. I own a 2024 HRV sport it is more than adequate and I am a bigger man.

[@KatarinaP-u6r]

@@allanpontiere6177 HES FOS it is absolutely more than adequate for power and speed and has the highest rated safety rating Honda has.

[@kimbuck6680]

Love my 2023 hrv

[@spol1622]

@level7041 and the slowest of the 3...

[@Laura-ek3im]

​@spol1622 and yet I have a 2024 Honda HRV LX AWD drive major highways, in seconds speeding along. 0-60.probably similar to 2009 Honda Civic I had so I used to merging. and passing.

[@christinawynkoop4027]

I bought the HR-V sport.

[@jeremyas1973]

@level7041 Why in the world would Honda remove the blind spot monitoring on the 2024 Sport Model??? Makes ZER0 sense.

[@angelaclarke2291]

I am so happy that I fairly recently chose the Toyota Corolla Hybrid as my new car leased through the Motability scheme. It is really comfortable to use and it averages about 60 miles per gallon efficiency. The hybrid self recharging battery is really efficient as it is almost three times as efficient as my previous smaller cars which only averaged about 20 to 23 miles per gallon as most of the time I drove them in towns or cities with plenty of traffic lights and pedestrian crossings. Whoever designed the hybrid battery deserves an award for economic and environmental benefits and efficiency.

[@elsiemorris567]

I own a 2024 Honda HR-V Sport. I love it!

[@islanddon865]

I hope Honda comes out with a Hybrid HR-V. Best of all worlds in my book. My pick...Patience.

[@AD-zy4qw]

My Subaru Forester is over 20 years old. They are good cars but expensive to maintain after 75K. If you want reliability and low cost ownership, buy Toyota or the Honda HRV.

[@toyota420xp]

Hrv is very bad mpg and slowest here

[@AD-zy4qw]

@@toyota420xp Thank you for your response. Although the HRV, which I now own (a 2025 model), is slower to respond and accelerate than my traded-in Subaru Forester, I actually recorded and photographed with my iphone 41 MPGs1! My average MPG has been around 34MPG mixed driving so far using Economy mode. If I had to do it all over again, I will pony up for a Toyota 4Runner or Tacoma since I love the outdoors and enjoy exploring nature. A Jeep or Crosstrek is also a good choice.

[@nguyendl4477]

Nice, valuable recommendations in this SUV section. Thanks Shari! I enjoy your videos on TOP 10 cars.

[@carhelpcorner]

Thank you!

[@wholeNwon]

Yup, if you REALLY NEED a new vehicle of that type. Personally, I'll keep my old car until the wheels fall off.

[@luckyguy600]

Well, I bought a 23 Cross/ still drive my 07 Dodge Caravan, and the wheels are passed due to fall off at 300,000 km on the old gal. Ya got to have a backup good vehicle. Just in case.

[@tuan056585]

My 07 Odyssey is still running good today, wheel is not felt of yet even though with +280K miles on its odometer.

[@oleglishchenko4922]

There is no need, there is only want. 😂

[@wholeNwon]

@@oleglishchenko4922 I'm not much of a "consumerist" either. Happiness isn't to be found in more stuff.

[@decorelone51]

​@@tuan056585I have a 2010 honda civic with 280,000 miles and still runs good

[@s47industries]

Good vid. I think the wildcard is the AWD. From what I’ve seen, the Subaru system still leaves the others in the dust. For the others, their AWD system is just to check a box. And yes, while odds are most people really won’t use the systems to the point of overheating, it’s good to know the Subaru system typically won’t overheat in situations where the other systems will. Here’s how I see them: Corolla Cross = the safest/economical option Honda HRV = the refined and sensible option Crosstrek = the less refined but most capable option

[@henryh144]

I'm realy thinking of getting a Subaru. I used to live in Cali, and most people drive compact vehicles, but here in Texas and the rest of the states weather conditions are not as perfect as back home. If you are looking for a small SUV with AWD the Crossstreak is a no brainer.

[@lisamunoz9727]

Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid for me any day

[@zappyeillen1206]

Subaru Legacy limited edition 2010 owner here, It has 198k miles on it, needs to start doing research for my next car 😊

[@sirdan357]

I'm heavily thinking about the Crosstrek now. I thought about the Corolla Cross Hybrid due to the gas mileage, but they cost about 4K more by me which cancels out the gas savings for the first 5 years. The gas tank is much smaller too on the Cross so actual distance is about the same. The HRV isn't even a consideration without the hybrid engine.

[@AllGreenize]

Hrv exl 2024-2023 for the win, thank you as i am car hunting and these are all my options too.

[@scotth5132]

In the past & present I have owned 3 Corollas (and a Camry), but I won't buy a car that doesn't have a spare tire.

[@Rockthatjewerly]

Bought 2024 hrv and right now not happy with it. Car is only 3 weeks old and since day 3 driving car . Car has vibration issues while driving 40 to 70 mph. Now going to 4th dealership svc dept so they can figure out what's going on. Lemon Law is now involved. Not good honda. How honda doesn't take care of their loyal customers. Been buying cars since 2000

[@minlou4639]

Sounds dangerous.

[@stevecolley5990]

I’ve read in multiple spots that Subarus need unique mechanical support that ties you to the dealer for most maintenance. Have others experienced this?

[@chrismayer3919]

I’ve always had good luck with Honda vehicles; HR-V for me

[@Mahdisabamehr]

I wish you had added Mazda CX30 to this list as well

[@damizza82]

I agree, where was the Mazda CX-30 or 5!!! @carhelpcorner, I love your videos and channel!

[@Laura-ek3im]

All nice subcompact suv's. I got the 2024 Honda HRV LX AWD about 5 months ago and happy. Trading in beloved 2009 Honda Civic Ex ... the 0-60 similar so guess i use to merging and passing ... HRV peppy, in seconds moving along, do.lots hwy driving. spacious, nice interior. Get lots of compliments both color and look, color nordic forest pearl w grey interior. I like Honda reliability in.past.

[@jeannes.buesser6739]

Question.on your opinion which ones is better on a used version older models

[@danschueller1470]

I recently test drove all three and chose the Crosstrek. I only don't like that it doesn't have a CD player and (like you said) the screen is challenging to master.

[@demongs7481]

You left out the Mazda CX-30

[@marcelm5681]

Does anyone know the status of the rear window problem with the HRV? Volunteer recall in effect?

[@tinybubbles3724]

There is a tsb now for it. They will inspect for sealant touching where the defrost wires are. You can use your defrost without worry now.

[@nousheenmerchant2444]

Thank you for this video, but I watched this video after buying my Very First 2025 Honda HRV EXL. I took a test drive in Toyota Crossover also but thats the interiors I gave up on. I didnt like the material. The feel was not exciting. I drove Rav4, HRV and CRV and ended up with Honda.

[@fanguy247b9]

As someone who owns a 2023 Honda HRV sport I really don’t understand why people are complaining so much about the zero to sixty performance. Once the vehicle is moving it becomes quite peppy and capable and never feels unsafe or underpowered. It is my daily driver. When merging onto the interstate here in Georgia I simply punch it and use the on ramp to get up to speed like your supposed to do. The biggest issue I see with people is they are afraid to just floor it on the on ramp and want to gently merge onto the freeway which is absurd to do. By the time the on ramp ends you should be running the same speed as traffic not just meandering onto it. If you know how to actually drive then this vehicle is more than adequate for every day driving.

[@luckyguy600]

Corolla Cross M20A engine gravelly and a bit noisy when you're pushing it hard? Well. You have never driven a 2007 rusty Dodge Caravan ( I actually love it) with 300,000 km on it. Compared with my 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross engine it is definitely a 'little more gravelly and noisy! So it is all relative to what you're used to I guess. The Hybrid Cross only comes with the 4-wheel drive train, as a combo of an extra 1,000 lbs of weight to the whole vehicle. Plus the eventual cost of owning a vehicle with 2 motors and BIG BUCK repairs down the road. Mine is the plain old M20A FWD LE naturally aspirated version. Yawn ... Fine with me. At 73 I am not going to be doing burnouts anymore in the mall parking lot. :)

[@bradyakubovich1531]

I've ordered the exact same Cross as yours, glad you like it. Still driving a 24 year old Corolla! I ordered the base model FWD, all we need.

[@MosesUtembe]

You know 2024 Subar crosstrek has autopilot mode that works well.

[@shunjai2007]

Would you buy the Honda HRV if it only came with 4 seats? In Australia, the back centre seat belt does not comply with our regulations and Honda didn’t want to change the design that complies hence marketed as a 4 seater only

[@tcj226]

Gotta strongly disagree on the handling - I can't speak for the Corolla Cross but I have a 2024 Crosstrek and have driven a couple of new HR-Vs and the Crosstrek is noticeably better handling. And, as a Crosstrek owner, I think the complaints about the screen are exaggerated. The climate control has physical buttons for the the most used and most needed function - changing the temperature. Being a climate control system most of the time all you need to do is adjust the temperature and let the system do all the work to maintain that temperature. I rarely touch any of the on-screen controls.

[@nicotang5583]

Here in Europe it's called ZR-V instead of HR-V. The new HR-V here looks different.

[@jazzbayer8404]

I like the Cross Hybrid

[@jondrew55]

The Corolla Cross hybrid is the one we like. We're about to pull the trigger on one. The only nagging doubt is the rear seats. They seem very small and lack legroom for taller people. For us, that's never been an issue, but still. I don't understand why Honda does not do the hybrid in the HRV (yet).

[@HULK515]

Just Bought 2025 HRV Wonderful SUV we also have a 2023 Honda Pilot EXL AWD FANTASTIC ❤️😊HONDA ALL THE WAY❤️😊

[@vinaygera3006]

Would love to see your review on Hyundai Santa Fe 2024. Is it worth buying ?

[@Hbd2002]

It’s not only how quiet the engine is it’s how quiet the cabin is. Can you hear road, tire noise?

[@horse__power7891]

I am appalled that these small vehicles get such low mpg. Might as well get a compact with the same mpg.

[@mikej238]

HP....and size. These vehicles aren't compact. BTW good luck finding any " compact car"

[@michaelbyers955]

Looking for 1 of these for my daughter whos in college and going to get her MBA. Needs reliability and fuel efficiency. Sounds like HRV wins.

[@car24dude]

Subaru any day anytime

[@sabrinadjordjevic7374]

We went with the Crosstek.

[@periii86]

I have a health problem in my leg that pushing hard breaks cause pain in my leg and lower back. I am a 5'2'' female around 130lbs. Cannot decide between HRV and cross. If HRV has a hybrid option, I would definitely go for it. But I've heard that hybrid cars are easier on breaks compare to non-hybrid ones. Does anyone has an experience with this?

[@reynaldomillado3793]

What can you say about the Kia Niro?

[@lorenschwiderski]

HR-V multi-port fuel injection for the win. Simple. No carbon build up. Toyota is more complex, but once again, no carbon build up. HR-V is just simple. The hard seats, I do not like. Dealership side stickers -- no thanks Honda, just no.

[@wangchukl]

From the price details given, I couldn't understand why the Honda HRV is costlier in Canada compared to the US. (Corolla Cross - USD 35,565 and CAD 38,880 for the highest trim and HRV - USD 30,590 and CAD 39,910 for the highest trim). Americans should buy the HRV since it's the cheapest of the three. However, Canadians should buy the Corolla Cross since it's the cheapest of the three. Sadly, no takers for Crosstrek unless you want to use it for towing or offroad.

[@Steve_in_NJ]

I'm torn between the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid XSE and the Hyundai Kona Limited AWD or EV. Sad that Kona wasn't included on this list but the interior design reminds me of the Millenium Falcon (🙂) and IIHS gave Kona the Top Safety + Rating, over all the other small crossovers. That being said, I just don't need a Crosstrek with all-time AWD, as both the Kona AWD and the Corolla Cross Hybrid AWD is On-Demand. Where I live in NJ, I don't need AWD 24/7 and as a previous Subaru owner, found their AWD does worse with gas mileage.

[@rays658]

Go with the Toyota, as the Hyundai and Kia's have bad reputation's, catch on fire, and have poor dealer service!

[@Steve_in_NJ]

@@rays658 Never had an issue with my past 2 Konas. Only the 2.0 liter engine has a history of catching fire, never the 1.6 turbo. As I have 3 months to go on a decision, I'll test drive all 3 by June so that I can take delivery end of September.

[@tomjiunta1580]

I went from a Kona turbo to the cross hybrid and love the ride of the Toyota much better. The Kona was quicker and fun to drive until the transmission started making funny noises and slipping. The dual clutch transmission in the hybrid is a problem. The toyota is bigger, more storage, quieter and better quality. The tradeoff is it's not as zippy as the Kona, but it is no slouch with 190+ HP.

[@Steve_in_NJ]

@@tomjiunta1580 Since my post, I've done some test drives and will be going with a KIA NIRO PHEV SX Touring trim!

[@omarhakimi4099]

Corolla cross hybrid pricing makes sense in the USA not in Canada

[@lorenschwiderski]

Costs much more than a Camry hybrid -- why?

[@martinlutherkingjr.5582]

How much can you tow with the front wheel drive hrv?

[@Laura-ek3im]

It comes AWD also

[@martinlutherkingjr.5582]

@ No shit sherlock

[@edsmith9855]

HRV desperately needs a stronger engine, at least in the higher trim levels. Of these 3, my choice would be either the Crosstrek or the Corolla Cross Hybrid. The CX-30 and Seltos/Kona are also very strong options.

[@coreylucas5997]

I saw at a dealer Chevy TRAX base sticker ( no mark up ) 21,998.00$ kid you not, all these ones shown start at 24 grand and up

[@flex5966]

I went with Cross XLE AWD Normally aspirated. The Crosstrek uses a boxer engine and the HRv will need Valve lash adjustments over time. The Cross is more DYI-friendly for service and maintenance. Buying a Hybrid adds weight and you get no spare, just to save a bit on fuel, every time you flip the car over to change the batteries could be cumbersome 😉

[@Andrew-sv6zq]

Honda eliminated the valve lash adjustment a long time ago.

[@flex5966]

@@Andrew-sv6zq I beg to differ, some models still require the service like the J35 and K24 engines🙂

[@kenfrank2730]

Although a very good car, I rejected the Crosstrak due to the poor fuel economy in city driving (most owners report 2-222mpg, not the 27mpg that Subaru says). So now I'm looking at the Corolla Cross hybrid. It has no spare tire, and doesn't have the features that the Rav4 hybrid has. For me it will be either the CCH or Rav4 Hybrid. Much to think about.

[@sugarmagnolia1475]

Subaru safety rating adjusted, corolla a 4 not a five

[@tonyl9404]

Thank you so much for your reviews! I searched your reviews and didn't see one for the 2024 Chevy Trailblazer. Can you do a review of the Trailblazer?

[@carhelpcorner]

I will try 👍. I do have a recent video on the Chevy Trax which is mechanically very similar.

[@tonyl9404]

@@carhelpcornerGreat, thanks! I'll take a look.

[@lorimcquinn3966]

I just looked at a new HRV LX AWD for less than $28K. While I'm hesitant due to reports of poor seats, my biggest drawback compared to the other two is the fact it's built south of the border while the other two are built in the USA and Japan. I've own Subarus before and they come with their own drawbacks and each new year they get more hideous looking with the Mr. Potato head look due to their attached cladding. The Hybrid Cross is a non factor as they're not available within 200 miles of me.

[@josh0765]

Crosstrek all the way

[@tcj226]

Agreed. This review is definitely in the minority with the Crosstrek at the back of the pack. While I like the HR-V a lot, I find the Crosstrek to be much more refined in driving and power to the HR-V. The Crosstrek interior is more utilitarian looking than the more upscale looking HR-V interior. The Corolla Cross is a distant third in all respects, IMO.

[@rexonpadre864]

Thanks!

[@thomaslaird2309]

Cx-30 isn’t a contender?? Over Subaru?

[@Laura-ek3im]

Handles well but not good back seat space if that a consideration

[@mrdirector61]

Don’t know if it’s in the works, but if the H-RV gets a hybrid motor, coupled with your accolades, it would definitely be atop my list. Thank you. Also, I understand why you didn’t include it, but the CX 30 I believe would have bested all of these in most categories, had it more interior space.

[@rexonpadre864]

Hrv is better than cx30

[@sammyt3514]

The HR-V is out of the question for me regardless of how refined it is; it's simply too slow, almost dangerously so. Some tests have clocked its 0-60 acceleration time in the 11+ seconds range, and that's with only the driver on board so I can imagine how much slower it would be with a full load of passengers and luggage on a family road trip, for example. My ancient Corolla is much faster than that, and I consider it borderline safe on the highway! Of the remaining two, I'd pick the Corolla Cross, whether gas or hybrid (but the latter is preferred, obviously); the CrossTrek may have good reliability scores but Subaru's engines/transmissions don't have nearly the longevity of Toyota's engines/transmissions and I'm someone who keeps my cars for 15 years on average, so that's important to me. Also, maintenance cost is markedly higher on Subarus (a friend of mine was just hit with a $1600 bill for 'regular maintenance' on his 2019 CrossTrek!), which is a good reason by itself to steer clear from Subarus regardless of any other consideration imo.

[@fanguy247b9]

I own a 2023 Honda HRV sport and honestly it’s not that slow. During interstate merge I just get up to speed like your supposed to do on the on ramp and never have had any problems with it. Once it’s moving it gets pretty peppy and never feels unsafe or under powered.

[@HULK515]

Honda HRV all the way

[@iluvutube4886]

Do any of these have CVT transmissions??

[@kruthikaraju2505]

all of them

[@mrgarrison3516]

1:03 2:49 4:39 ... it's ok, my mother is very slow & has comprehension disorder 👍

[@ErnestoPogi]

Any of these 3 are great choice, just not any chinese or korean brand, based on experience, 😅

[@luckyguy600]

It all falls back to power trains. Most vehicles look great today/ inside and out. They really do look great. It is the mechanical / computer stuff that will bite you in the butt over the long term. Most dealerships I have been to looking, NEVER open the hood to the people. All the gee wiss stuff inside, but not a thought as to what engine tranny they have. People just want the glitz. The first thing I do is check the engine. I couldn't care less with all the computerized stuff inside. All have the same stuff anyway.

[@thestrawberryaniahomegarde7228]

Thank you for all the informative videos :) Would you say that Kia Seltos is a decent pick or is it risky?

[@rays658]

Very Risky!

[@bobbylee9727]

Of the three here which of them does NOT have that insane 'stop/start' feature? In 2024, 2025, 2026???

[@azliam]

you can always turn that off

[@HillOrStream]

Can one tow at all with the Honda at all?

[@USARealityCheck]

I want the fewest features, most low-key, most basic vehicle I can find. Less to go wrong, more money in your pocket, and less to worry about. But I was young and dumb once. 😉

[@flyminion]

How do they compare in terms of blind spots? I test drove a Corolla Cross and didn't feel confident changing lanes with an over-the-shoulder glance. Does the Crosstrek have better visibility, or are all of these small SUVs about the same in that regard?

[@rexonpadre864]

HR V has the best view

[@kijijiuser4173]

@@rexonpadre864lol, you havent driven the crosstrek i guess. Thats what subaru is known for. You have a huge window that will give you a great view on the road.

[@rexonpadre864]

@@kijijiuser4173 I only drive Toyota or Honda bro. May last 2 vehicles were corolla and Rav 4.

[@Laura-ek3im]

HRV good view rear view and side mirrors for changing lanes

[@luckyguy600]

Interesting choice of music playing on the Forrester don't you think? No Country Western in this car folks! YEHAW!

[@razvanvancea2795]

+1 for corolla cross

[@ryanrodriguez1234]

I want the HRV but unfortunately I’m too poor 🙃

[@powerguymark]

5:33 Be honest: unless you plan on continually driving on a daily basis in a winter environment, steer away from the Subaru. EXCELLENT all-wheel drive, but because it is a mechanical all-wheel drive there is more maintenance on that system and Subaru all-wheel drives are notorious for accelerated tire replacement which must be done 4 tires at a time. Subaru = Tire Grinder

[@luckyguy600]

Funny. Had FWD vehicles for 50 years now, then all of a sudden climate change/ warmer temperatures & we all 'just have to have 4-wheel drive' in any form. I don't get it? Back in the mid/late 70's, I could have used it. But now? Just upselling with an added bunch of parts that will wear out/ and weigh another 245 lbs on an already slow vehicle. But I like the M20A engine. Kind of cool, so far no issues that I have heard about. Each to their own. Not my money they are spending.

[@carmencajayon937]

FYI : The Cost of a CrossTrek with same Trim is lower than any of Toyoda and Honda; the Cost of Tires is minimal vs the Cost one will pay for others... The AWD when balanced itself well will make CVT better distribution of Torques to 4 wheel therefore, cost less in Wheel balancing and Alignments... Subaru was an Aircraft Aeronautical Planes Manufacturer since before WW II = Their Horizontal Boxer Engines are used in Modern Aircraft/Planes Engines. In Canada Subaru will cost less; but if one lives in USA and California and so on then a Cross Corolla will Save you money the most as = you can buy a Hybrids = especially if you live in San Francisco City where Gasoline is very high for USA Prices at the Pumps... So Buyer will buy any Vehicle that fit their Geography Locations and it is 2025 Models Coming; so buyer only need to keep the Vehicle for 10 years; as we don't know what future holds in term of Fuels = like Gasolines or Hydrogen or Bio-fuels.?!! 20235 will have so much change in Technologies that we can't foresee...

[@danielfair4675]

Hmmmmm, I didn't know that tire replacement was notorious, lol. You do realize that tire brand choice & quality are a HUGE factor in tire wear. I own a '21 Crosstrek Limited. Just for the record, I have a c6 Corvette also that needed new tires after just 13,000 miles on the Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar runflats. And I'm not talking the rear tires, the fronts were worn to the threads that quickly. Front's = $580 a tire & the rear's = $670 each. I went to Michelin Pilot Sports, the Goodyear tires are garbage.

[@ericripley9739]

Sorry but you don’t have a sweet clue. I’m on my 3rd Subaru. My winter tires are about to be swapped for the all seasons. This was their 4th winter and still have maybe enough tread for next winter. Have never had any problems with the AWD system. Have over 200,000 km on the Outback.

[@Thankyou_3]

Nice review, personally I would pick the Toyota Cross any day. Toyotas ages much more gracefully than any other brands.

[@Laura-ek3im]

In my past experience my Honda aged better than my Torota's

[@Hallowsaw]

I own 2 subarus currently and i came from driving these cars. A 02 Buick century(piece of crap) a 00 land cruiser, 01 mustang gt, 05 expedition, 99 suburban and a 01 Fronteir. All were either my parents, or me and my 3 siblings shared when we started learning. My 2 subarus have been dramatically more reliable. The buick was my official first car that i meticulously followed maintainence schedules for and the thing needed an entire cooling system overhaul because the thermostat died twice, the radiator was failing and all the piping was cracking. Also there was a pretty servere oil leak. And garbage fuel economy. Averaged only 23mpg for a small displacement fwd v6

[@olegmufel]

HR-V but in EU version with hybrid option:)

[@zydrunasnormaliai6997]

Toyota Corrola Cross No 1

[@Steve_in_NJ]

Actually, only the Hybrid version. For $3000 U.S. more, the hybrid is worth the extra mpg and HP.

[@luckyguy600]

With a CAVeat. See below: Interior-wise, other than the EX ( which I have never seen as of yet due to the lack of availability of most Toyota Cross vehicles & colours) any vehicle has a better interior. Probably a YUGO, but I am not really sure you can still buy one of those comrade. Get the cheapest Lexus ( same as a Cross) nice interior/ great plastic for the most part, for only another $8.000 bucks. Soundproofing too. Toyota = cheap. Buy a second-hand EX down the road, or buy a Honda HR-V now. And wait two years like I almost did buying my Cross, sight unseen. They didn't even have 1 on the lot!!!!! I think the HR-V actually looks nicer. What is with Toyota and their ugly front ends for years now. STOP IT. I want normal. But. I am old. lol

[@iainthavenit]

Everyone seems to want more power with a turbo engine but nobody talks about how expensive it will be to repair them. Smh.

[@lawsonjames1639]

Corolla Cross Hybrid is 196 🐴power, not 194.

[@juanosorio3278]

Honda should bring the hybrid HRV asap to North America

[@kzd8988]

Corolla cross hybrid.. 🎯👏

[@mikej238]

Honda really needs to stick the Civic hybrid powertrain in that vehicle. Missing the boat.