Honda ZR-V Vs Honda CR-V Comparison

Honda ZR-V
Honda ZR-V
VS

Honda CR-V
Honda CR-V

This is the new Honda ZR-V Vs Honda CR-V comparison for 2023. It’s the last of the current generation of the Honda CR-V so we though it would be a good thing to compare the out going model with the all new ZR-V. So is the ZR-V the real replacement for the aged CR-V or is it really a separate model but mostly is it better than the Old CR-V?

Honda CR-V Vs Honda ZR-V exterior comparison: Which one you like better is definitely a personal choice but we think the old CR-V is better looking. It may have an older design but you can tell it was the more upmarket during in its day in the sun. In comparison, even as an all new model the ZR-V design for us is just a little too conservative.

Honda CR-V Vs Honda ZR-V interior comparison: The CR-V interior is a nice place to be in with plenty of space and flexibility. Sure the materials and displays look pre-2020 but it is still not too bad. The ZR-V interior is pretty good too but it just looks and feels built to a price than built to impress.

Honda CR-V Vs Honda ZR-V engine and technology comparison: The old CR-V doesn’t have much to offer in terms of technology or engines. Safety systems where always an extra cost and the difficult to update stereo system under performing for the price. The ZR-V only offers a hybrid engine option as the main selling point as quite a few features are offered by subscription only. Sure these options are largely pointless, the simply fact that you are paying them to store and possibly marketing your personal details is not the best idea in 2023. Our phones can already do that – to which limiting the functionality of your phone when connected to the HR-V is a rip off.

The conclusion and winner of the Honda CR-V Vs Honda ZR-V comparison is the ZR-V. The ZR-V wins by offering a similar size and Hybrid engine option in an arguably more modern package compared to the out going CR-V. That said the  ZR-V is unfortunately not what we expected it to be  and will be interesting to see how it compares to other models in our next set of focused comparisons.

Honda ZR-V Honda CR-V
Engines
4 Cylinder – Petrol – Hybrid
1.5 Litre (1498cc)
DOHC VVT EFI Turbo
Claimed 131Kw @ 6000 RPM
Claimed 240Nm @  4500RPM
IL4 Cylinder – Petrol
DOHC DI IC Turbo
1.5 Litre (1498cc)
Claimed 140Kw @ 5600RPM
Claimed 240Nm @ 2000RPM
4 Cylinder – Petrol – Hybrid
2.0 Litre (1999cc)
DOHC VVT EFI
Claimed 135Kw @ 6000 RPM (Combined)
Claimed 315Nm @ 4500 RPM (Max)
4 Cylinder – Petrol
2 Litre (1997cc)
SOHC VVT EFI
Claimed 113Kw @ 6500RPM
Claimed 189Nm @ 4300RPM
Weight
Kerb weight FROM 1470 Kg
Towing capacity up to 1500kg
Kerb weight FROM 1536-1610Kg
Towing capacity up to 1000-1500Kg
Fuel capacity & consumption
Up to 57 litres
IL4 1.5 Petrol Turbo 6.1 litres per 100km
IL4 2.0 Petrol Hybrid 5 litres per 100km
Up to 57 litres
1.5 Turbo Petrol: 7.3 litres per 100km
2.0 Petrol 7.6 litres per 100km
Other specifications
CVT Auto
Overall height/width 1620/1840
Overall length/wheelbase 4568/2655
4WD system: FWD
ANCAP Safety: 5/5
CVT Auto
Overall height/width 1679/1855
Overall length/wheelbase 4596-4635/2660
Drive system: FWD or On Demand AWD
Capability
Angle of: (degrees)
Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx
Ground clearance (unloaded) 178mm
Water Fording depth xx mm Max
Angle of: (degrees)
Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx
Ground clearance (unloaded) 198mm
Water Fording depth xx mm Max
Performance
Pricing
2023 $40,200 – 54,900 AUD 2022 $35,600 – 53,600 AUD
2021 $35,300 – $53,200 AUD
2019 $30,990 – $44,290 AUD
2017 $30,690 – $44,290 AUD
*Specs change due to model grade and configuration. Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing, specifications, on-road costs, accessories and specials etc.. everything as usual is subject to change!