Honda CR-V vs. Suzuki Grand Vitara
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Honda CR-V and Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
When we compare the Honda CR-V's and the Suzuki Grand Vitara's specifications and ratings, the Honda CR-V has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The Suzuki Grand Vitara has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Honda CR-V's and the Suzuki Grand Vitara's specifications and ratings, the Honda CR-V is a better car than the Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Pricing: A used 2013 Honda CR-V ranges from $7,989 to $16,998 while a used 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara is priced between $3,824 to $9,997.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Honda CR-V’s base engine makes 185 horsepower, and the Suzuki Grand Vitara base engine makes 166 horsepower. The CR-V is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 474 miles. The Grand Vitara is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 452 miles. This gives the Honda CR-V the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Suzuki Grand Vitara has the advantage in the area of front head room. The Honda CR-V and Suzuki Grand Vitara are comparable in regards to front 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:
22795
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
22849
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
19000 - 27030
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
19949
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
12518
Price Range:
7989 - 16998
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
10570
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
7387 - 26274
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
629
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
137983
# Good or Great Deals:
123
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
7147
Price Range:
3824 - 9997
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
2
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
98370
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Honda CR-V Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara
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:
4.793560819255129
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
3.0
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
0.9 - 16.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.8228267222721528
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Honda CR-V Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 66Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 66Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 10Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
3 out of / 19Ranking
3 out of / 18Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 54Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 66Ranking
6 out of / 66Ranking
9 out of / 66Ranking
9 out of / 66Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
11 out of / 19Ranking
11 out of / 19Ranking
11 out of / 19Ranking
14 out of / 66Ranking
16 out of / 18Ranking
18 out of / 66Ranking
28 out of / 66Ranking
29 out of / 54Ranking
35 out of / 66Ranking
40 out of / 66Ranking
41 out of / 66Ranking
43 out of / 66Suzuki Grand Vitara 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
Suzuki Grand Vitara Trim Levels
Base, Limited, Premium
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:
7 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 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
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 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:
166 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
300 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:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
331 / 452 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
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
Captain's seat:
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:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
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
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:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.9 inches
Cargo Space:
12.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
70.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.1 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:
3468 lbs
Width:
71.3 inches
Height:
66.3 inches
Length:
169.3 inches
Wheelbase:
103.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.4 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 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/70R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Crystal Black Pearl
Blue
Mountain Air Metallic / Twilight Blue Metallic
Brown
Kona Coffee Metallic
Gray
Polished Metal Metallic / Urban Titanium Metallic
Red
Basque Red Pearl II
Silver
Alabaster Silver Metallic
White
White Diamond Pearl
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Pearl
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Silky Silver Metallic
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Gray
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Not available
Beige
Beige
