2019 Honda HR-V in Bend, OR vs. 2019 Subaru Crosstrek: Which Compact SUV Makes it to the Top?

2019 Honda CR-V Bend OR vs 2019 Subaru Crosstrek

The 2019 Honda HR-V in Bend, OR continues the great tradition of the brand's compact crossover SUVs. Overall, this compact SUV is worthy of all the praise. Upon further scrutiny, however, the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek outclasses it in terms of safety performance, passenger comfort, and engine performance.

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The 2019 Honda Civic in Bend, OR is all set for winter car shoppers with turbo engines, a good safety record, and features like keyless ignition and a power driver's seat, but are these enough to survive the serious winter challenges ahead? The 2019 Honda Civic goes against cold-weather veteran 2019 Subaru Impreza in this feature overview.

2019 Honda Civic Bend OR vs 2019 Subaru Impreza

Engine Comparison

Engines across the Honda Civic line-up are all great performers, but if you want the turbocharged option, you can only get CVT. For better handling and more power, you can opt for the 306hp Type-R, but it's limited to a manual transmission.

The 2019 Subaru Impreza offers a 152 horsepower 2L engine, which you can pair with a CVT or manual transmission. The stiff chassis enhances sound deadening further, and the steering-wheel paddles reflect the feel of a 7-speed automatic.

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Is the 2019 Honda CR-V in Bend, OR More Winter Ready Than the 2019 Subaru Outback?

When looking for a good compact SUV this winter, the 2019 Honda CR-V in Bend, ORis a sensible choice. It has the performance and amenities necessary for the season, but if you want the best vehicle for performance, comfort, and reliability, the 2019 Subaru Outback should be your top choice.

Safety Comparison

Honda and Subaru each have a great tradition of safety, and it is reflected in their respective vehicles. In fact, the 2019 Honda CR-V and 2019 Subaru Outback's previous models were both cited by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) this year. As the current vehicle models are still being evaluated, the immediate previous iterations will be used for comparison.

The Honda CR-V was awarded the Top Safety Pick by the IIHS, excelling in both its crashworthiness and crash avoidance. It fell short when it came to its headlights and child seat latching, though, with  an "Acceptable" mark for both.

Meanwhile, the Subaru Outback got the Top Safety Pick+ rating, earning the highest marks in crashworthiness, crash avoidance, and child seat latching. In addition, the Outback's LED headlights garnered a "Good" rating, which is higher than that of the CR-V.  We all know, especially in winter, that safety should not be compromised. That being said, drivers are better off with the Outback's safety amenities.

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