Honda CR-V vs. Jeep Liberty
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Honda CR-V and Jeep Liberty contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Honda CR-V and the Jeep Liberty.
When comparing the Honda CR-V's and the Jeep Liberty's specifications and ratings, the Honda CR-V has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Jeep Liberty has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Honda CR-V's and the Jeep Liberty's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2012 Honda CR-V ranges from $7,450 to $15,994 while a used 2012 Jeep Liberty is priced between $3,999 to $11,930.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Honda CR-V’s base engine makes 185 horsepower, and the Jeep Liberty base engine makes 210 horsepower. The CR-V is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 474 miles. The Liberty is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 429 miles. This gives the Honda CR-V the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Jeep Liberty. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Honda CR-V has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, and cargo space. The Jeep Liberty has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: The Honda CR-V has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
22495
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
22664
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
18500 - 26115
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
23395
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
22664
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
18500 - 26115
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
11566
Price Range:
7450 - 15994
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
9420
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
7043 - 23632
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
424
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
140094
# Good or Great Deals:
166
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
7572
Price Range:
3999 - 11930
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
9420
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
7043 - 23632
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
155
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
127283
# Good or Great Deals:
50
Honda CR-V Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Jeep Liberty Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Honda CR-V
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Jeep Liberty
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5.715694137845141
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
3.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
1.6 - 20.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.1659952810260976
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
3.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
1.6 - 20.4
Honda CR-V Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
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1 out of / 3Ranking
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2 out of / 67Ranking
2 out of / 67Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
3 out of / 56Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
3 out of / 18Ranking
3 out of / 9Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 67Ranking
7 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 67Ranking
10 out of / 67Ranking
10 out of / 19Ranking
10 out of / 19Ranking
10 out of / 19Ranking
12 out of / 67Ranking
13 out of / 19Ranking
17 out of / 67Ranking
17 out of / 18Ranking
28 out of / 67Ranking
29 out of / 67Ranking
30 out of / 56Ranking
40 out of / 67Ranking
42 out of / 67Ranking
44 out of / 67Jeep Liberty Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Honda CR-V Trim Levels
EX, EX-L, EX-L w/DVD, EX-L w/Navi, LX
Jeep Liberty Trim Levels
Arctic, Jet Edition, Latitude, Limited, Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
2 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
185 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
163 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
235 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 474 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
312 / 429 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Cargo Space:
37.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
70.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
141.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Cargo Space:
26.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
62.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
126.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3305 lbs
Width:
71.6 inches
Height:
64.7 inches
Length:
178.3 inches
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4076 lbs
Width:
72.3 inches
Height:
70.2 inches
Length:
176.9 inches
Wheelbase:
106.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
215/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/75R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Crystal Black Pearl
Blue
Twilight Blue Metallic
Gray
Polished Metal Metallic / Urban Titanium Metallic
Green
Opal Sage Metallic
Red
Basque Red Pearl II
Silver
Alabaster Silver Metallic
White
Taffeta White
Brown
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Blue
True Blue Pearl Coat / Winter Chill Pearl Coat
Gray
Mineral Gray Metallic Clear Coat
Green
Black Forest Green Pearl Coat / Natural Green Pearl Coat / Rescue Green Metallic Clear Coat
Red
Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat
Brown
Canyon Brown Pearl Coat
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Gray
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Gray
Dark Slate Gray
Beige
Pastel Pebble Beige